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Bloedel Reserve

Bainbridge Island, Washington, United States

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5.0(1 review)· 100% recommend
3 weeksAnnual1 artist at a timeNature-Immersive
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About

The Creative Residency at Bloedel Reserve offers a unique opportunity for artists and researchers to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Bainbridge Island, Washington. Established in 2015, the program hosts creative individuals from various disciplines, providing them with a serene and inspiring environment. Residents stay in a fully furnished home nestled within the 140-acre reserve, with access to its sculpted gardens, forests, and wildlife habitats. The program is designed to foster creative thinking inspired by nature and explore the connection between humans and the environment. Each resident receives a $1,000 stipend to support their work and is encouraged to engage with the public through presentations, workshops, or other community activities. The residency is open to professional and emerging artists, composers, writers, botanists, and other creative thinkers. Participants must be 21 years or older, and the residency can accommodate only one artist at a time. The program offers an enriching experience for those looking to deepen their connection with nature and their creative practice.

Disciplines

ArchitectureDrawingInstallationPaintingPhotographySculptureSound/MusicVideo/FilmDigitalLiteraturePerformanceInterdisciplinary

Facilities

Private HouseKitchen FacilitiesLaundry FacilitiesInternet AccessShared Vehicle Access

Professional Opportunities

Public Event

Rating Breakdown

Location
5.0
Studio
5.0
Professional
5.0
Support
5.0
Community
5.0

Reviews(1)

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Anonymous
Mar 2026
5

The program overall was great. Program manager is super supportive, and reserve staff are lovely (folks working in all aspects of caring for the gardens) Facilities: the house is stunning, but there is no proper making stuff studio but staff will connect you to resources on the island. Other support includes stipend and a designated car for the duration. It’s a pretty magical opportunity to have solo access to the reserve after hours and time with trees, sea lions, coyote, and moss garden to name a few of the other residents.

Location 5Studio 5Professional 5Support 5Community 5
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