Freedom for creating & being The time, space, facilities, and, above all, the freedom to fully immerse yourself in your creative process and growth.				Multidisciplinary group setting Connect, share, collaborate with others - or just focus to do your own thing - in a relaxed, non-competitive, multidisciplinary group setting.
		Focus Internet yes - wifi no. To improve focus and concentration, the general wifi will be turned off. However, the internet will be available at all times in a designated space.				Organised & supportive open structure Each residency period is carefully planned, scheduled and organized to support the participants' residency experience. Participation to events is voluntary.
		Meditation Scheduled meditation sessions in the meditation hall each morning and evening. For beginners, there is an introduction to meditation. The sessions are voluntary.				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.
		Silent days & quiet mornings 2 silent days each week and quiet mornings. During these times, talking, making noise, or engaging with others should be avoided to help participants clear their minds and deepen their present-moment experience.				Connect with nature Concentrate in your work in a peaceful, natural environment in the middle of the Finnish countryside. Participants are introduced to the surrounding nature in the beginning of the program.

• studio spaces and facilities — See facilities
• creative tools & equipment — See list
• curated library collection — See book list
• curated multidisciplinary group setting of 13 creatives — See who's been here before
• scheduled daily meditation sessions in the meditation hall (voluntary)
• weekly group meetings and events (voluntary)
• promotion on our online network
• project pages in Arteles Catalogue
• staff on site to help with practicalities

• private bedrooms, incl. towels and bedlinen
  (Note: There are large working desks also in all bedrooms)
• fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities
• traditional Finnish wood-burning sauna
• meditation / yoga hall with matts, cushions & benches
• two residency cars (with automatic gears) for getting around the region
• internet access (limited in this program, see details above)
• pick-up service for arrivals and departures — See how to get here
  
• orientation & introduction to get you settled in

Who can apply

• Emerging and professional artists, writers, designers and creatives from all fields of creativity
• Researchers, scientists, philosophers and psychologists engaged in fields such as Mindfulness / Psychology / Philosophy / Antropology / Psychedelic Research / Philosophy / Cosmology / Neuroscience / Meditation / Mysticism / Spirituality / Metaphysics / Mathematics & Physics.

• 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.

• Minimum age is 24 (in 2026)
• A university degree (minimum BA), exceptions may be made for individuals with relevant experience
• Due to the program theme, there is no possibility to work with live music/sound - sound artists working with headphones are welcome to apply.
• Only individual applicants (Duos, please send two separate applications and mention the other in the "extra notes")
• Children are not permitted in the residency
• Overnight guests are not allowed in this program.
• Acknowledgment regarding health and well-being: Due to the nature of meditation, silent days and their potential to bring forth traumatic memories and sensations, it is important to note that this program may not be suitable for individuals who are coping with severe trauma or serious mental disorders. Similarly, Arteles residency programs are not suitable for individuals with current alcohol or drug addictions, and such individuals are advised not to apply, as these residencies are not designed for treatment or rehabilitation.