An Artist Residency is a physical place involving a temporary stay in a designated location where artists are invited to live and work outside of their typical environments. For the duration of their stay, artists are provided the resources and space to reflect, research, explore new avenues, and most importantly: create.

Overall, the right Artist Residency can be a transformative, inspirational experience that revitalizes the creative spirit. The size, duration, location, cost, and emphasis of an artist residency can vary significantly from one to another—and this is where Gothe Residency of the Arts distinguishes itself.

As a private artist residency programme to be hosted from someone’s home, trust and safety are paramount—thus, Vincent Gothe has designed GROTA to host artists engaged in our community in some way: whether through our ongoing programmes, Community Arts Discord, visionary projects, publications, exhibitions, or otherwise.

When renovations near completion (est. Late 2026/Early 2027*), applications will open first (and no less than six months in advance) to those on our Waitlist (longstanding Legacy Patrons, and then Postcard & Penpal Patrons).

Among those noted above, GROTA welcomes artists of all creative disciplines, backgrounds, and career stages who resonate with the residencies values to consider applying.

Applications will be open internationally to creators 18+ and of all genders, sexual orientations, and ethnic and spiritual backgrounds.

Alongside Vincent Gothe, our dedicated professional and founding visionary staff will be actively involved in the day-to-day logistics and management of the estate, ensuring a seamless experience for all residents.

“Gothe Residency of the Arts is not merely about providing artists with the time, space, and resources they need to work but about ensuring residents can be free from external stressors that impede their creative process through their stay. To be hosted with care and to exist in an environment of utmost intention and hospitality—this is what I believe will allow the residents of GROTA to immerse themselves fully in their creative process.” —Vincent Gothe, Envisions Magazine Page 42

Residents can expect the following Accommodations:

• Private Lodgings and shared creative spaces fully furnished and decorated to thoroughly immerse guests in the GROTA experience.

• 2-3 Staff prepared meals a day with weekly menus tailored to resident’s dietary needs.

• Shared and Private designated studio spaces equipped for various artistic disciplines.

• Access to our in-house Makerspace and Print Services, including a variety of maker equipment ranging from 3D printers, laser cutters, soldering irons and sewing machines.

• Various career benefiting opportunities to network and collaborate with other artists, sponsors, patrons, and community members, as well as valuable opportunities to learn new skills from fellow residents, visionary staff, and visiting/guest artists.

• Occasions to market and exhibit work, engaging new audiences through various events, exhibitions, and installations.

• A safe, uniquely curated creative environment designed specifically to ignite and inspire creative rejuvenation and artistic exploration. See GROTA’s Core values for more information.

While many residencies must charge participants to cover operational costs and ensure programme sustainability, Vincent Gothe hopes GROTA can follow a different path—one built on the collective support of GROTA’s community, private donors, patrons, and supporting art and culture institutions.

“I have struggled firsthand with the financial strains that so many early and mid-career artists face, and through this, I empathize deeply with those who feel excluded from the opportunities traditional artist residencies provide.[…]Regardless of private funding and Patreon’s success through the years, my commitment remains the same: to keep residency fees at the lowest possible operational cost for my guests.[…]

Once a physical location is established and renovations and furnishings are complete, GROTA is designed to sustain much of the manor’s anticipated monthly expenses through the utilization of its in-house studios, creative services, merchandise sales, and event fundraiser revenue. Though Vincent cannot ensure this would generate enough revenue to cover the complete expenses associated with hosting residents and sponsoring their projects, it would, at the very least, enable him host a few guests at a time.

Vincent understands some prospective residents like to prepare in advance, and thus provides the following general application requirements for consideration:

⬥General Demographics (name, pronouns, contact info)

⬥Portfolio (social media, website, or samples of work)

⬥A short description of the applicants past and or present involvements with GROTA/ Notable experiences through GROTA

⬥Vision Statement (project plans, artist statement, desired engagements)

⬥A series of written interview questions (see Selection Criteria below for more info)

⬥A list of supplies needed & studio requirements

⬥CV (or equivalent)

⬥Accommodations (accessibility needs, dietary restrictions, service animals, sensory concerns, roommate requests, etc.)

Selection Criteria:

Applications will be reviewed by Vincent Gothe, alongside coordinating visionaries and guest artist staff. Selections will be made in accordance with the criteria outlined above. Much like our W.E.B. Penpal Program pairing application, the Residency Application will include a series of thoughtful questions designed to help our team understand each applicant’s artistic nature, vision, and needs. This process allows us to curate a cohort of artists who are likely to inspire, challenge, and grow alongside one another—ensuring that each term remains aligned with GROTA’s core values.

Vincent Gothe plans to host multiple 2-, 4-, and 8-week residency terms throughout the year. Several terms will likely be open for application simultaneously, giving applicants the opportunity to apply for the consideration of multiple terms at once. Legacy patrons will also be considered for consecutive, extended terms.

Each term will accommodate a small cohort of 5–6 residents, ensuring a personalized and focused environment, allowing each artist the space needed for their creative pursuits.

No, not at all! If you later apply to our residency, we will assume you are interested in the unique experiences and aesthetics we promise to offer in alignment with our core values. Your exact artistic, aesthetic, and stylistic preferences will be inherently understood as unique to you. GROTA is not in place to define or limit what goth or any other dark-based subculture entails. ‘’Gothe’’ is simply the last name and sentiment of Gothe Residency of the Art’s founder, Vincent Gothe.

See Resident Journals below