The Maine Muse Residency nurtures the creative spirit of women by providing an immersive retreat experience amidst our 83 acres in the Midcoast of Maine. We empower emerging storytellers, photographers, and artists to connect with nature, cultivate their craft, and share their unique perspectives with the world, enriching both their own artistic journeys and the vibrant creative community.

All of our residents are selected based on their ability to demonstrate a knack for sharing stories and creating unique content for digital storytelling. We welcome and encourage diverse applicants, and we are always excited to receive submissions that convey a unique relationship with, or perspective on, the natural world.

Apply today for a chance to experience the magic of a Petite Pause retreat and unlock your creative potential in 2025.

 

We are including the prompts/questions below as suggestions only. Upon checking out in the process, you will be prompted to answer similar questions below.  If you find you want to send us additional info - you can always send it to hello @ topslfarm.com

Feel free to share your work and specific approach to storytelling in anyway that you see fit. 

About You and Your Work:

Introduce yourself and your creative practice. 

1. What mediums do you work in, and what themes or subjects are you most drawn to exploring in your art?
2. Share a piece of your work that you are particularly proud of and explain why. 
3. How would you describe your connection to the natural world, and how does it influence your creativity?
4. What are your creative goals for the next year, and how do you envision this residency contributing to those goals? 

Why Maine?

1. What draws you to the Maine landscape as a source of inspiration? 
2. Why are you interested in a residency at Tops'l Farm specifically? 
3. What is your vision for the content you would create during your residency at Tops'l Farm? Be specific about the types of content (photos, videos, written reflections, social media posts, etc.) and what you hope to capture and share. 
4. How do you see your work connecting with or contributing to a larger conversation about nature, community, or creativity? 
5. What does "creative community" mean to you, and how would you engage with the community at Tops'l Farm? 

Optional/Additional Questions:

• Is there anything else you would like us to know about your application or your creative practice? 
• If you have a website or online portfolio, please share the link. 
• If you have any social media channels where you share your work, please provide the links.