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The program structure is designed to be supportive yet open and flexible. Depending on your own preference and interests, you can focus intensively on your own topics of interest, aim at on-site collaborations, or combine both. In either case, the emphasis is on your own creative process and development, and there is no outcome expectations or pressure to produce finalized works.
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Freedom for creative process & being
The time, space, facilities, and, above all, the freedom to fully immerse yourself in your creative process.
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Organised & supportive open structure
Each residency period is carefully planned, scheduled and organized to support the participants' residency experience. Participation to events are voluntary.
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Observing the mind, improving focus
Scheduled meditation sessions in the meditation hall each morning and evening. The sessions are non-guided and voluntary. |
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Relax in sauna
Starting with introduction to Finnish sauna culture the residents can use the traditional, wood-burning residency sauna on site. Also a public sauna nearby to experience the authentic, non-touristy local sauna culture. |
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Multidisciplinary group setting
Connect, share, collaborate with others - or just focus to do your own thing - in a relaxed, non-competitive, multidisciplinary group setting. |
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Connecting with nature
Concentrate in your work in a peaceful, natural environment in the middle of the Finnish countryside. |
Included in your stay at Arteles Creative Center:
For creative practice, process & research:
- studio spaces and facilities — See facilities
- creative tools & equipment — See list
- curated library collection — See book list
- curated multidisciplinary group setting — See who's been here before
- daily meditation schedule in the meditation hall (voluntary)
- weekly group meetings and events (voluntary)
- promotion through our online network
- project pages in Arteles Catalogue
- staff on site to help with practicalities
For everyday & practicalities:
- private bedroom incl. towels and bedlinen
(Note: There are large working desks also in each bedroom)
- fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities
- wifi in all spaces
- traditional Finnish wood-burning sauna
- meditation / yoga matts, cushions & benches
- two residency cars (with automatic gears) for getting around the region
- rowing boat on the lake nearby
- bicycles
- pick-up service for arrivals and departures — See how to get here
- orientation & introduction to get you settled in
Program periods
April: 4.4.-2.5.2025
May: 5.5.-2.6.2025
(Please note: Late arrivals / early departures are allowed within the duration of a program period.)
Program fees
There is no application fee.
Applicants who otherwise would be unable to join the program can apply for financially supported fee. The number of supported residencies is limited.
Regular fee: 1950 € / person
Financially supported fee (limited availability): 1270 € / person
Contributor's fee (optional): 2610 € / person
All fees include the registration fee (120 € / person, non-refundable, to be paid only if/when becoming selected).
All the residents have accommodation in a private bedroom.
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Guidelines
Deadline for applications was: 21st of November 2024 (Timezone UTC-10 at 23:59)
Submit the online application form before the given deadline.
We do not require a predefined project proposal in the application, as we understand that in the creative field, your interests, methods, and focus tend to shift and evolve throughout the process.
A finalized outcome is not required by the end of the program — we understand that there are many phases and aspects of one's creative process, each playing an important role in contributing to the unfolding of outcomes.
In the selection process, the applicant's motivation, ideas, approach and alignment with the program's theme are emphasized.
Eligibility
Minimum age is 25 (in 2025)
A university degree (minimum BA), exceptions may be made for individuals with relevant experience
Only individual applicants (Duos, please send two separate applications and mention the other in the "extra notes")
Children are not permitted in the residency
Acknowledgment regarding health and well-being: Due to the nature of activities such as meditation and the absence of distractions, which may bring forth traumatic memories and sensations, it is important to note that this program may not be suitable for individuals coping with severe trauma or serious mental disorders.
Acknowledgment Regarding Psychedelic Research: While the program supports individuals working in and interested in this field, it is important to note that the use of psychedelics is still illegal in Finland and, therefore, cannot be part of this program.
If you need any help or more information, please contact: info@arteles.org
Residency Terms & Conditions
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See the list of our curated book collection here |
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