The Residency Program is intended to give artists an opportunity to imagine and create in an inspirational, contemplative and remote setting.

Located near Kootenay Lake, the Retreat centre is nestled among cottonwood, cedar trees and ponderosa pines. Away from the distractions of daily life, a residency allows one the time to renew and focus on their creative practice and experience a sense of tranquility. People looking to escape must consider whether or not this is the right environment for them.

*Transport to and from the retreat is by motor boat.

One trip per week by boat can be made available if necessary, for groceries and re-supply.

 

Artist-in-Residence Program

 

WE ACCEPT APPLICATIONS ON A ROLLING BASIS - APPLY ANYTIME!

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The Artist is responsible for lodging, travel expenses, food, art materials, shipping, and other personal expenses. 

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* Most participants apply for grants to institutions, government agencies, foundations, universities, etc. in their country/province of origin to assist with funding during their stay.  We also have a scholarship program, please see below. 

 

*We do not provide daily cleaning of the studio or rooms, or daily meals.

* Resident artists are expected to maintain their studio space and rooms, shared common areas of the kitchen, bathroom and other common areas in a clean and tidy manner, with respect for the other residents using the space. 

* Please respect private property around the retreat and while we love pets, we do not allow them because there is a lot of wildlife in the area.

* We provide private or shared residencies (please specify on your application). In a shared residency, artists have access to shared residence (main living space), professional studio, and the yurt.  

* Shared residency: even though the retreat sleeps 4-6, we limit the maximum number of artists sharing for a residency to 3.  

* Check out time is 10am on the day of departure. 

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All prices are listed in Canadian dollars (CAD).  

 

Minimum week long stay required. 

Private Residency: *with subsidy

One week - Full price: $1200. *$700.

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Shared Residency Rate:  *with subsidy                                     
One week – Full price: $1000.  *$500.     

 

* A cleaning fee of $100 per person using the residency will be charged to residency fee. 

The Residency feee includes boat travel, wifi and utilities.     

 

TO APPLY, CLICK HERE! 

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Upon acceptance, we can provide a letter of invitation to help with visas and funding support. 

Should you accept the residency offer, a 50% deposit is required to secure your residency spot. The remainder is due 1 week prior. The deposit is fully refundable up until 2 months in advance, minus a $30. processing fee.

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Do you need financial assistance? The Narrows Artist Residency Program is excited to offer partial scholarships to participate in a residency. We hope this will give participants the opportunity to nurture their creativity, and lessen the financial burden. Scholarships cover one-half of the artist residency fee (*with subsidy). Successful recipients are responsible for paying the remainder of the fee, as well as the full cost of travel, and material fees. Meals are not included but there is a full kitchen to prepare your own. Awards are based on the benefit gained by participation in the residency program. Open to all.  Please make a note on your application form, you are applying for the subsidized/scholarship rate. 

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Group Retreat: 

 

The Art Retreat is also available to use for group retreats when artists-in-residence are not there. We can help plan your next event, meeting, or conference at any time of the year. A minimum of one week is required. Please enquire to book the space. Kitchen facilities available for making meals.

 

For information about Group Retreats, enquire here.

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