In 2025, artists & creative researchers can apply for a self-directed residency retreat on the Hartley Hill commons in Westminster, VT. Between 2-6 artists will live and work on-site at a time; 2-3 if the visiting artists require or prefer private accommodations, and up to 6 residents are interested in having roommates or tent-camping. Local artists who live in the SE Vermont region are also encouraged to apply as a commuter— come work in the studio and be on the land with other resident artists, but go home to sleep in your own bed!
On-site facilities for collaborative retreats include: live-work space in two yurts, ample tenting and camping space in the meadows and woods, and access to both private and shared studio spaces in our 2000 square foot renovated art-barn. A guest kitchen is fully outfitted for self-catering, and there are both an indoor guest bathroom, and an outdoor shower.
Focus and work at your own pace, rest in the peaceful rural setting, and enjoy meeting new colleagues in your creative cohort with access to the beautiful land and wonderful local community.
-Up to 10 images AND caption list (urls for videos / links / files of your work also accepted)
– a statement of interest for the residency
-a professional bio / artist statement
-any websites or links to professional portfolios
-2 references (not letters, just names and contact)
-optional CV
There is no fee to apply.
Residency fees are on a sliding-scale, with 3 suggested rates (per person per day). We will always work with artists to make residencies accessible— it is our goal to invest in artists and resource artists!
Suggested fees are:
• $100+ daily for those who wish to invest in opportunities for other artists
• $50-$60 daily for those who can afford a reasonable rate
• $15-25 local artist / commuter rate, & subsidized for those in economic need
Our residency fees go towards our artist stipend and scholarship funds, mutual-aid investment in other art and ecology organizations, and to cover programming costs.
**Applications are decided upon based on merit, community and alignment with our mission, economic need does not “count against” an applicant.