Residencies
Slough Farm's Artist and Culinary Residencies invite creatives and food practitioners to slow down, sink in, and let the land lead. Rooted in the rhythms of the farm and the pull of the seasons, these residencies offer dedicated time and space to explore the connections between agriculture, ecology, and culture. Residents are encouraged to respond to what's here — the landscape, the harvests, the animals, the community — and to make work that couldn't have been made anywhere else.
artist in Residence at slough farm
Slough Farm's Artists-in-Residence and Chefs-in-Residence programs are built around one simple idea: give talented people the time, space, and inspiration to do their best work. Set against the rhythms of the farm and the richness of Martha's Vineyard, our residencies support visual and performance artists, writers, musicians, and chefs — offering a genuine opportunity to slow down, connect with the land, and develop work that could only come from this place.
Residency at Slough Farm isn't just about the work made in private — it's about the creative exchange that happens when artists engage with a living, breathing community. Residents are connected to the vibrant creative life of Martha's Vineyard through workshops, public events, and collaborative projects, and each resident is asked to create or lead a community engagement project as part of their stay. Before they leave, every resident contributes something to our residency display — a lasting mark of their time here and the work they brought to life on this farm.
Accommodation & Facilities
Residents are given a private bedroom and bathroom in our four bedroom modern farmhouse. The farmhouse is used as a gathering space for our regular programming, the kitchen and living spaces are shared with other residents and Slough Farm program attendees.
Slough Farm is equipped with multiple work and studio spaces. Whether it’s a quiet, cozy nook in our mezzanine loft to focus your thoughts, or a classroom filled with plenty of natural lighting to create large scale projects. In addition, we have a woodworking shop and ceramics studio located on the property. Our expansive chef’s kitchen is equipped with everything you need to create delicious farm fresh meals. The laundry room is available, for use by residents and Slough Farm staff.
Food from the farm
Residents have seasonal access to the meat and vegetables raised and grown right here on the farm. The pantry follows the land — expect summer squash, tomatoes, and fresh herbs giving way to cauliflower, fennel, and kale as the seasons turn. Pasture-raised beef, pork, lamb, chicken, and eggs are available year round. As one of our core missions is feeding those facing food insecurity on the island, food access is coordinated alongside our donation commitments — and residents are invited to cook and create with that spirit in mind.
Compensation
Residents receive a stipend of $1,000 per week, plus covered travel expenses to and from the farm at the start and end of their stay. We are committed to supporting the work that happens here — residents can submit for reimbursement of 50% of project-related art and culinary supply costs incurred during their residency, up to a maximum of $600.
Apply
Applicants are invited to submit a brief statement outlining their background, proposed project, and how their work aligns with the goals of the residency. Please include relevant experience and your availability for the residency period.