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Artist Residency
Our Summer Residency offers artists a rare kind of time - quiet and entirely their own.
Residents spend 1–2 weeks living simply, cooking for themselves, and shaping their days around what their practice needs most.
Small-group gatherings create opportunity for conversation and connection, without pulling artists away from their work.
The result is a grounded experience that supports exploration and meaningful creative growth.
What the Residency Offers
Artists-in-residence are provided with private accommodations, shared studios or workspaces, and access to the quiet natural landscape that defines Hewnoaks. There is no pressure to produce, present, or perform.
Beyond the physical space, we offer a retreat from the noise of everyday life — a chance to reconnect with your creative process. Many artists find the environment profoundly grounding, opening new pathways in their work.
Meals, conversations, walks, and solitude all weave together to create a rhythm that supports both focus and rest.
Artists Who Would Benefit
The residency welcomes artists at any stage of their practice — emerging, mid-career, or established — and across disciplines including writing, visual arts, performance, music, and interdisciplinary work.
We look for thoughtful practitioners rather than specific portfolios or outputs. Artists come to Hewnoaks for many reasons — to start something new, finish something long-standing, or simply be in a place where they can listen to their ideas again.
We value diversity of perspective, background, and experience, and aim to cultivate a community that reflects this.
A Day In The Life
Days at Hewnoaks unfold without a fixed schedule. Some artists spend long stretches in their cabins; others move between writing, taking walks, and resting on the porch. Conversations emerge naturally among residents, while solitude is equally respected.
Evenings may bring shared meals, quiet time, or small informal gatherings. The lake, trails, and simple rhythms of the property shape the week in gentle ways.
The residency encourages you to follow what feels most needed in your practice. Structure is something you create, not something imposed.
Accessibility & Inclusion
We are committed to creating a residency experience that is welcoming to artists of all identities and abilities. While our historic property has some accessibility / mobility limitations, we work closely with residents to understand their needs and make accommodations whenever possible.
We strive to remove unnecessary barriers — in our application process, communications, and physical spaces — and to foster an environment where every artist feels respected and included.
Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we continually evolve our practices in response to feedback and learning.
How To Apply
Applications are submitted through our online portal (Submittable) and include a brief statement, work samples, and basic background information. Our selection process centers on clarity of intention rather than accomplishment or résumé.
We aim to make the application process straightforward and accessible so artists can spend as little time as possible navigating logistics and more time focusing on their work.
Dates, deadlines, and detailed instructions are shared each season. If a season application window is open, click the button below to apply.