Helping you get a little more creative~

 

Art retreats, residencies, creative use space, and a compound of artists. 

The place in Lexington, Kentucky to find the depth of your creative soul~

Studios & Creative Space

There’s this place…

It’s an old place, and it’s a city place

and it’s a magical, alive, spirited place.

People come to this place,

from far and near,

and are changed.

And change the place.

It grows lighter,
brighter,
as if the turret so high reaching, reaches even higher,
bold and brilliant.

This place comes alive;
and brings to life
Art
Community
Collaboration
Grace, all of it.

This place,
this old place, this city place,
this brilliant, bright, art, grace place,
is here.

Inside and out,

studios, rooms, gathering spaces
it is all here-
for you.
Come.
See what it takes to make your unique magic,
with your unique group,
shine too~

Studio Space Expression of Interest

I have a studio at the EncaustiCastle for multiple reasons, but mainly because of the discipline it affords my writing. I enjoy having a “place” where I can focus solely on my work. The EncaustiCastle is beautiful and the setting is inspiring. There is art all around, even in the architecture and windows. The backyard offers much as well, and one of my favorite things is to sit on the second story deck, writing away. 

Trish, the EncaustiCastle originator and host, is gifted in creating an environment that is welcoming, warm, and stimulating. It is impossible to be here and not be motivated to create!

Poet, Debra Glenn

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ALSO COMING: Studio space equipped for lease to teach or mentor your students! Form fill inquiry and comment on your needs so we can discuss possibilities.

Oasis of peace, color, freedom – that’s my studio at the EncaustiCastle. I love coming to work! Just by walking in the door, I feel better.

A designated workspace is imperative for any creative person. and the EncaustiCastle provides that need with spaces suitable for a variety of creative expressions. The community here is supportive and interested. 

The EncaustiCastle has space. Space to pursue ideas and visions. Space to learn and grow. Space for community, with an assortment of experiences and support. Space to walk the grounds, visit flowers and fruits, distract oneself or refocus. Space for creation or to just be.

Artist, Marta Dorton

Artist in Residence

AiR Application

Whether seasoned or brand new, come discover the creative expression latent in your soul through an in-depth exploration of artistic possibilities. A residency can be the most forward-moving way to deepen your practice and open your Self to your fullest creative potential.

*Looking for a Collective Experience?

If you love the idea of a Collaborative or Guided Residency but aren’t coming with your own group, join one of our pre-scheduled immersive experiences!

Our upcoming “For Love of a Bandsaw” Artist Residency is the perfect way to join a curated collective of solo artists. You’ll get the structured mentorship and the high-energy environment of our larger group tracks—plus shared meals and collaborative exercises—without having to organize the crowd yourself.

Click here to join the next Collective Residency: For Love of a Bandsaw →

Artist Residency Options at Encausticastle

Location: EncaustiCastle Compound, Lexington, KY

Host: Patricia Baldwin Seggebruch

Duration: Variable

Three design options: Independent exploration, Collaborative mentorship, Guided and Taught

Feature Independent Exploration Collaborative Mentorship Guided & Taught
Best For Self-directed artists seeking solo studio time. Peer and host  feedback and shared creative growth. Structured instruction and masterclass-style skill building.
Capacity 1–3 Artists (working together) 4–8 Artists 4–8 Artists
Structure Unstructured; full access to facilities. Shared creative dialogue and check-ins. Curated curriculum designed by artist & host.
Week 1 Fee $500 $500 $1,000
Week 2 Fee $800 (2 week total) $800 (2 week total) $1,600 (2 week total)
Addtl. Weeks +$200 / week +$200 / week +$200 / week

  • Self-Directed Tracks (Independent & Collaborative): These paths prioritize your autonomy. Your first week is $500, and your second week is discounted to $300 (totaling $800). Every week you stay beyond that is a flat $200.

  • Instructional Track (Guided & Taught): Because this track includes dedicated teaching hours and host-led curriculum, the first two weeks are $1,000 and $1,600 respectively. To encourage long-term mastery, any additional weeks drop to the standard $200 rate.

A Note on Customization

All Independent and Guided residencies are uniquely designed between the artist and the host. Once you apply, we will schedule a consultation to ensure the studio setup and/or curriculum aligns perfectly with your vision.

Being an Artist-in-Residence at the EncaustiCastle allowed me to go deeper with my art, and to come to a better understanding of what I put into it and why. 
I have a better toolbox to put to use in regard to how to tap into and sustain my own creativity because of the space Trish provides and the availability of her wisdom and experience from over 3 decades spelunking the creative way herself. 
Sara

Tools to take my work to the next level; Patricia at all her retreats and home venue delivers this on every level! Inspiration, motivation, encouragement and example; not to mention space, materials, meals and accommodations! It is the whole package, and everything I hoped for.
Hillary

Thanks to these lifetime partners in creativity~