Short Description:

The Graves Mill Farm Residency is a fully funded retreat for writers and visual artists at all stages of their careers. It seeks to inspire participants through the power of the natural world, and to foster creativity through both solitude and community.

We seek artists who are dedicated to their craft, and are eager to engage with nature. Participants can expect to work privately through the day, while also interacting daily in our communal spaces and at evening meals. Everyone is invited — but not required — to share their work. Participants are encouraged explore the 2,000-acre farm property, and adjoining forests, for inspiration in their work.

3 Writers

Open to writers of fiction, non-fiction, and poets. 

Authors will be housed in individual cottages/apartment that includes a workspace and desk. 

3 Visual Artists

Our studios are best suited for artists working in paint, drawing, photography or other mediums that do not require heavy equipment. 

Artists will be housed in the nearby Farmhouse.

Eligibility:

This residency is open to emerging and established writers and visual artists.

We are not able to accommodate spouses or partners. 

*No pets allowed.

Artists-in-Residence must be at least 21 years old and be prepared to dedicate the week to creating work and inspiring others. Artists will work largely independently in a semi-remote setting in Madison County Virginia

Program Benefits or Awards:

Fully funded, no application fee

All meals provided: independent and communal dinners

Visual Artists housed in Farmhouse with individually keyed rooms, with access to a nearby single, private studio

Writers housed in private cottages or apartment which includes workspace with desk

Pick up available from Culpeper Amtrak or Charlottesville Airport

Communal spaces in Farmhouse

2,000 acres to explore

 Entry Fee:

NONE

Location:

United States

Deadline:

April 15, 2025

Website link: 

https://www.gravesmillfarm.com/artists-residency