Call for Applications: Caetani Centre Self-Directed Artist and Writer Residencies 2025
Caetani Centre, Vernon, BC. Photo: Tourism Vernon
Stay, create, and inspire: Immerse yourself in the artistic legacy of the Caetani Centre in Vernon, BC.
Application Deadline: Ongoing, based on availability
Nestled in the picturesque town of Vernon, British Columbia, the Caetani Centre offers a rare opportunity to live and create within the walls of a historic home once inhabited by visionary artist Sveva Caetani. Her story of resilience and artistic transformation offers an unparalleled source of inspiration for those ready to make their own mark. Whether you’re an emerging talent or an established artist, the Caetani Centre invites you to retreat to this serene yet vibrant environment—where art, history and community converge.
On a 1.3-acre property that blends seclusion with access to all the amenities you need, you’ll find yourself surrounded by natural beauty and creative energy. The Centre fosters a collaborative atmosphere, with other resident artists, visiting creatives, and studio artists to connect with and learn from.
For more information, availability and to apply, please visit caetani.org.
Who can apply?
Open to artists of all disciplines—from visual artists, writers, and musicians to curators, cultural researchers, and digital or performing artists—the Caetani Centre welcomes applications from both Canadian and international artists eager to explore, experiment, and grow.
The ideal candidate is an independent and self-directed artist, with a strong foundation in their craft and a passion for innovation. If you’re committed to artistic excellence and ready to push the boundaries of your medium, we want to hear from you.
Applications are ongoing, based on availability.
Artist-in-Residence in JĂĽĂĽl Studio, Caetani Centre, Vernon, BC. Photo: Caetani Cultural Centre Society
What’s available?
At the Caetani Centre, we provide flexible residency options tailored to your creative needs, ranging from 3-day intensive bursts to immersive 3-month experiences. Longer stays may be available by negotiation, space permitting.
Located on the second floor of the 130-year-old Caetani House, your residency suite offers a spacious, light-filled environment to bring your ideas to life. With three private bedrooms (single or double occupancy), a shared kitchen, common area, and bathroom, it’s the perfect space to focus on your work while being part of a dynamic creative community.
Beyond your suite, the Caetani Centre offers a wealth of resources: a museum, library-meeting space, an 800 sq. ft. gallery exhibition space, and stunning outdoor gardens, all set on the property’s expansive grounds.
For those requiring a quieter workspace, two dedicated studios are available, equipped with limited tools to meet your needs. Visual artists working with wet media will need to rent a studio. Workspace options for ceramics and printmaking are also available at the nearby Vernon Community Arts Centre.
Residencies are self-directed with tiered fees depending on the length of stay, which room is desired and if a studio space is required.
Visit here for details about room availability, fees, and to apply.
Opportunities
The Caetani Centre’s Self-Directed Artist Residency offers more than just time and space—it’s a launchpad for your creative evolution. We provide professional support, access to a creative community, and the opportunity to expand your practice through public programming, including workshops, exhibitions, readings, and receptions.
Whether you’re looking to refine your current project, explore new mediums, or take your practice to new heights, the Caetani Centre is the ideal place to advance your artistic journey.
Caetani Residency Room, Caetani Centre, Vernon, BC. Photo: Caetani Cultural Centre Society
Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility
Located on the traditional, ancestral, unceded territory of the syilx-Okanagan people, the Caetani Centre is open to all artists of all backgrounds ages 19-plus. We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and racialized individuals, and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members.
No children or pets are allowed. The residency is not an airbnb or hotel and there is no smoking of any kind allowed on the property. While the main floor of the house is wheelchair accessible, the upstairs artist-in-residence space is not.
Caetani Centre
3401 Pleasant Valley Road
Vernon, BC V1T 4L4
250-275-1525 | programs@caetani.org
www.caetani.org
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