A Gothe Residency of the Arts Dark Arts Program

What is the Gothe Residency of the Arts Written Exchange Beacon (W.E.B) ?

In Short: A unique Penpal Program designed to foster tangible creative exchanges between dark-spirited artists.

In offering this platform The W.E.B aims to connect those wishing to explore the traditional art of the written letter.

Why Join the W.E.B ? 

  • Revitalize your Dark Creative Spirit:

    In the course of exchanging letters within the W.E.B , our aim is for participants to embark on a unique journey that transcends the digital realm. We firmly believe that—for many—the tactile and personal nature of written letters is an essential component for expressing and exploring one's dark creative spirit. 

  • Aesthetic Exploration and Tailored Creative Opportunities:

    Grounded in the belief that aesthetics play a crucial role in promoting creativity, Gothe Residency of the Arts recognizes the necessity of tailored creative spaces and opportunities in the world. The written letter is a dying art, and the W.E.B is our way of keeping the practice alive and tangible to dark-spirited artists.

  • Fostering Growth and Uniting Visions:

    Through the exchange of letters, participants will embark on a journey of self-discovery, cultivating a deeper understanding of their creative selves and finding inspiration in the diverse and unique perspectives of their Penpal. We believe that letter writing is an intimate form of communication that serves as a catalyst for personal and artistic growth, nurturing the seeds of creativity. True to our mission statement, The W.E.B aspires to contribute to the collective beauty and existential belonging of our community.

How it Works

  • 1. Sign Up -- Early Community Access

    We're excited to announce that the W.E.B early experience is now officially open to our Patrons! As a small team with limited resources, this careful choice allows us to focus on creating a robust and engaging experience, while receiving essential feedback directly from our dear patrons.

    To Sign Up : Become a Patreon Member to unlock access to the W.E.B sign up page!

  • 2. Profile Creation:

    Using our immersive application form, fill out a detailed profile sharing your preferred name, pronouns, interests, mailing address, and what you are seeking in a Penpal.  The information you provide will guide us into securing you a perfect match.

  • 3. Matchmaking:

    Our visionary team will review your profile and contact you as soon as a match is available! Please be advised it may take us up to a month to find you a perfect match, but we will contact you and your new Penpal via your provided email address as soon as we match you.

  • 4. Start Writing:

    Begin your unique journey of connecting with your new Penpal(s) by exchanging stories, experiences, ideas, gifts, and more! Your anonymity will be completely up to you and the way you fill out your application.