Artist Residency

We offer a week long Art Residency Program at Coorong.Life for any type of creatives
Anyone can apply — no gatekeeping, just good timing and a little luck.

Curious?, tell me more:

Our Art Residency program includes free accommodation in a 2-bedroom apartment tucked beneath the main house, with private access to the Coorong shoreline. You'll share a communal kitchen and lounge with our KipPod guests — think spontaneous chats, unexpected friendships, and creative cross-pollination.

Video c/o Tess Bartholomew

How it works

Hand holding a sketchbook with a landscape drawing outdoors by a water body. At CoorongLife Artist in Residency image

How to enter

1. Sign up on the form above

2. Follow us on Instagram

3. We'll post dates when they become available

4. If you can make it for that slot, like and share the post

5. That's it, you're entered.

Who can apply?

Anyone with a spark. Artists, writers, scientists, herbalists, designers, poets, performers, earth lovers, activists, dreamers — whatever your medium or message, we welcome you. Creativity doesn’t discriminate, and neither do we.

Choosing the winner

If you're selected, you'll get a DM (and then a follow-up email) with everything you need to get here and settle in comfortably.

What to bring

This is a self-directed, self-sufficient residency - you'll need your own transport, art supplies, food, and linen (1x queen, 1x single). Don’t forget towels, toiletries, a camera, swimmers, a paddle board or kayak, bug spray... you get the idea. Think comfy, creative, capable.

As Billy Connolly says: “There’s no such thing as bad weather, just the wrong clothing.” Pack accordingly — and be ready to live a little.

What's the catch?

There isn’t one. Just bring your creative spirit, your care for the land, and your curiosity. If you feel inspired to share your stay, tag us. If you'd like to leave a mark, we’ve got a 9 x 5 wall (yes, a nod to the Impression Exhibition) ready for your words, sketches, or offerings.

Two beds in a room with a tiled floor and a brick wall. Inside the Art Residency Apt at Coorong Life

Bedroom

Communal Dining

Communal Bathroom

Two rustic wooden cabins at sunrise with a colorful sky. Taken at coorong life on the left is the Art Studio with arch glass doors and the right is the small studio Shop onsite for guest pantry needs, tea coffee etc

Studio & Supplies

Communal Kitchen

Coorong life Main building and KipPod  by a body of water with a sunset sky and KipPod II

Your surrounds

Past Artist Residents:

Gosh, It’s a privilege to welcome each artist and glimpse their world. I am grateful for the creativity, connection, and inspiration they leave behind in the Coorong — discover more from each artist via the Q&A and Instagram links below.

Can't wait? Book a pod now.

Feeling inspired? You don’t have to be an artist to enjoy the magic of the Coorong. Our KipPods are your own little creative sanctuary. Perfect for slowing down, soaking in the views, and letting your mind wander. Permission to rest

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