“Patterns observable in nature and society allows us to not only make sense of what we see, but to use a pattern
from one context and scale, to design in another”
- Essence of Permaculture, David Holmgren
from one context and scale, to design in another”
- Essence of Permaculture, David Holmgren
The Woodland Farm Artist Residency
Situated on Canada's beautiful west coast Salt Spring Island,
we work and create on the unceded territoriesof the Hul'qumi'num and SENĆOŦEN speaking peoples.
Here you will find a sanctuary to breathe, dream, experiment, create and play.
To honour the fact that we are guests on this land, we donate 10% of the Artist Residency fees to
The Moose Hide Campaign
https://moosehidecampaign.ca/
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The Creation Barn and Woodland Farm
Artist Residency Fees
The Creation Barn
This PDF outlines all the services and research equipment available to Artists in Residency
Creative Barn Equipment List
The Private Accommodation*
1 bedroom private cottage with a full kitchen and BBQ
Note: Maximum of 2 people in the Cottage
*available only for month long residencies
Full access to the forest, gardens and lands
Total Fees: $2900/Month*
which includes all utilities, wifi, use of lighting, sound and projection equipment in the Creation Barn
+Farm Contribution
Every individual on Woodland Farm is invited to contribute 1 hour per day (Mon-Fri), to help take care of the farm,
in a capacity that is suitable to them. We know from experience that working in nature clears the mind and inspires creative thinking and most importantly, is a way to honour the original caretakers of the land.
*Emerging Artists within the first 3 years of a professional career (and/or post secondary training) may be offered a $500 Emerging Artist Bursary.
* If the artist is applying for Arts Council Funding, we are more than happy to write letters of support once you've been offered a residency.
Sitting "under the sea" in the Creation Barn
Things to know and consider about the Woodland Farm Artist Residency
Woodland Farm is our home and we would ask you to treat the spaces and the land with respect and consideration.
Due to the sensitive nature of our ecosystem and Woodland Farm community members, no animals can be brought onto the farm.
Why are all your residencies 1 month in length?
We know from experience that it takes at least a week to start sleeping and breathing. When we are all running so fast in our usual lives, it takes dedicated time to slow down- to allow the creative juices to start flowing again.
What kind of artists and projects would fit well at Woodland Farm Artist Residency?
Founders William Mackwood and Gwenyth Dobie are both extremely experienced in the development of new work through their
company Out of the Box Productions and having been on Faculty at York University's Theatre and Dance Departments.
William and Gwenyth have delved into the worlds of Dance, Theatre, Music, Interactive Stage, Immersive and Site Specific creation,
and we welcome applications from emerging and established artists of all artistic practices.
Will we get help and support when we are at the Woodland Farm Artist Residency?
William and Gwenyth are available as needed to be an outside eye, offer feedback, suggest lighting, video, interactive stage ideas.
This would be decided together.
Can we share a presentation of our developed work during our Residency?
That is completely up to you. Up to 14 people can be invited for a private sharing of your work.
We can help arrange this for at a time that works well with your process.
I see that I contribute to taking care of the farm for an hour a day?!
Yes! Everyone who comes to stay at Woodland Farm is asked to contribute their energy to take care of the land for at least 1 hour each day (Mon-Fri).
What you do depends on your skills and comfort level. You could be raking leaves, weeding, clearing the walking paths in the forest, planting in the garden or driving the tractor if you are keen!
In our experience, this time in nature clears the brain for innovative ideas. And it is a way to actively honour the original caretakers of this land.
Where is Salt Spring Island?
Salt Spring Island is truly a nature lovers’ paradise. With spectacular coastal and pastoral scenery and the moderate climate, a variety of activities can be comfortably pursued all months of the year. From leisurely walks along pristine beaches to challenging uphill hikes, the vistas, flora and fauna are always inspiring. Surrounded by miles and miles of the mainly sheltered waterways of the Pacific Ocean’s Salish Sea, this Gulf Island archipelago offers countless opportunities to explore the marine world.
To read more about Salt Spring Island visit https://www.saltspringtourism.com/salt-spring-news/
To get to Salt Spring Island, there are 3 Ferry Routes. Arrivals and Departures for Vancouver go via Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal to Long Harbour. The Ferry from Crofton (near Nanaimo on Vancouver Island) arrives at Vesuvius, and the Ferry from Swartz Bay near Victoria arrives via Fulford Harbour.
Woodland Farm is walking distance to the small town of Ganges and Churchill Beach. You can walk to excellent Restaurants, Kutatás Winery, Salt Spring Cider, Francis Breads, and Country Grocer.