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Anonymous5
I had a great great experience there!
Location 4Studio 5Professional 3Support 5
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Haihatus
Joutsa, Finland
4.5(2 reviews)· 100% recommend
1-3 monthsAnnuallyRural
About
Haihatus Artist Residency, located in the serene Finnish countryside of Joutsa, invites professional artists and art students from all disciplines and nationalities to apply for its international residency program. Offering periods ranging from one to three months, the residency provides both workspace and accommodation, welcoming individual artists and workgroups alike. Haihatus is celebrated for its inspiring and relaxed atmosphere, fostering over a decade of global artistic exchange. The residency boasts a variety of common and private workspaces suitable for a wide range of artistic endeavors, from visual to performing arts. Situated in three historic buildings amidst beautiful Finnish lakeland, Haihatus offers a unique blend of artistic freedom and community engagement, with facilities including studios, a performing arts studio, a gallery, and event houses. The residency encourages artists to immerse themselves in the local culture and natural beauty, offering a peaceful retreat for creative exploration and development.
Disciplines
ArchitectureCuratorialDrawingInstallationPaintingPhotographySound/MusicVideo/FilmCeramicDigitalGraphicLiteraturePerformanceTextileSculptureMultidisciplinaryTransdisciplinary
Facilities
Private StudioShared StudioTechnical EquipmentPrivate RoomShared RoomShared BathroomKitchen FacilitiesCommon SpaceGardenGallery SpacePerformance SpaceInternet AccessArt SuppliesLaundry Facilities
Professional Opportunities
Group ExhibitionArtist TalkWorkshopOpen Studio
Rating Breakdown
Location
4.5
Studio
4.5
Professional
3.0
Support
4.5
Community
4.0
Reviews(2)
Mar 2026
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Anonymous4
The location was awesome for me personally: inspiring old buildings, nature and village centre nearby. I also had a great chance to work with my light art in a basement and got access to selection of tools and materials. The staff and other artists were amazing. Maybe too much because at some point we realized we had been doing things together and with community so much we forgot to focus on our personal projects 😁 But this was easy to fix and take time for ourselves too. I was there in april which was perfect time to see the season changing, spring arriving. The spaces are very flexible and diverse. Not the best for cat/dog allergies or wheelchair. Definitely worth the payment and time to visit Haihatus. Warm memories!
Location 5Studio 4Professional 3Support 4Community 4
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