ART RESIDENCY

A week far from urban noises and daily routines, where you can rest and focus on your creative projects. Artists from all genders, ages, disciplines and experiences are welcome. 

featured: Alexandra Bernier

EXCLUSIVE OFFER

Our main goal is to offer a space  — read an entire habitat for yourself — where you can rest and allow your creativity to bloom during your self-directed residency. That being said, you are free to build your week the way you want. If your energy is aligned for it, we encourage you to establish a relationship with our local community by offering a workshop or participating to a panel of discussion. We are here to help through collaboration!

Book a private portrait session with professional photographer Catherine Bernier at an exclusive price, which includes a feature on our platforms. *Only in Nova Scotia.

Stay for a week at 60% off the regular pricing.

SEAFORTH, NOVA SCOTIA

Pick one week from May to June and November to December for 850$/7 nights. This is an exclusive opportunity for a single artist, based on our intention of making creative retreats accessible. Additional guest + 350$.

LAC-BEAUPORT, QUEBEC

Pick one week from April to May and November to December for 850$/5 nights. This is an exclusive opportunity for a single artist, based on our intention of making creative retreats accessible. Additional guest + 350$.

To get this offer, please fill the application form below.

NOVA SCOTIA 2024

New availabilities!

Spring is fully booked
October 18 to 25
October 25 to Nov 1
November 1 to 8
November 8 to 15
November 15 to 22
November 22 to 29

QUEBEC 2024

New availabilities!

April 7 to 12
April 14 to 19

April 21 to 26
April 28 to May 3rd

November 3 to 8
November 10 to 15
November 17 to 22
November 24 to 29

“Every morning after breakfast, I would open the front door of the cabin to meet the waves and the birds singing. These were days of toes in the sand, contemplative eyes and moments of exploration in the most beautiful landscapes of the country. My evenings were dedicated to jazz music, writing and cooking. These moments gave me a lot of materials and inner space to continue on my creative journey.”

- Frederic Leblanc

PAST RESIDENCIES

 FAQs

  • Yes, the best you can get (Optic Fiber).

  • We are 35 minutes away from the city of Halifax, where you can find everything you need at DeSerres and at NSCAD Art Supply Shop, both located downtown near the harbor, which is worth a visit on the way!

    *We have a wooden easel, tarps and tupperwares on site if needed.

  • The cabin is located in the village of Seaforth. To get here, from Halifax, you will come across a few grocery stores along the way. The nearest grocery store is 10 minutes from the cabin. There is also a café-restaurant in our village, the brunches are excellent! You can even walk there from the cabin (about 18 minutes walk). A list of all the activities and places to visit in the area will be sent to you a few days prior to your arrival.

  • Get in touch with Catherine, photographer and cofounder of The Parcelles prior to your arrival to book a shoot during your week: portraits and “behind the artwork” photos on site, near the beach or at the cabin. Ask for your exclusive price.

  • Simply bring your belongings, art supply and food. Bedding, towels and cleaning products are provided. We have a wooden easel, tarps and tupperwares on site if needed.

  • The cabin is a parcel of an entire coastal ecosystem itself - 55 acres of beach and forest facing the Atlantic Ocean to explore. That being said, there is plenty of space to get lost in. Standing a few meters from the shore, secluded in the hollow of the little Chezzetcook inlet, the cabin is a nest to many birds, marine species and native plants. Birdwatchers, photographers and outdoors lovers will be served.

    Seaforth is a small but charming village to visit. Home of Hope For Wildlife, an organization dedicated to helping injured wild animals, that you can visit on weekends (walking distance from the cabin) and home of Rose & Rooster, a local gathering café-restaurant (walking distance from the cabin). Enter the Trans Atlantic Trail - Atlantic View Segment that is passing through the village by gravel bike or enjoy trail running. You are 15 minutes away from Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park. 30 minutes away from Martinique Beach Provincial Park. 25 minutes away from Dartmouth and 35 minutes from Halifax. There are two Stand Up Paddle boards available for renting on site. Ask us!

    A detailed list of recommendations for places to visit in the area and further afield will be sent a few days prior to your arrival.

  • Unfortunately, animals are not permitted at The Parcelles.

  • We have two stand up paddle + life jackets available for rental during your stay. We are not renting them by hour or by day, as the weather changes all the time in Nova Scotia. Instead, we’re offering a pretty good deal for the entire stay, regardless of its length, so you can use them whenever you want. You can easily add them to your reservation at check out. One SUP for 60$, two for 120$. Beginners and intermediates, we highly recommend doing SUP on the lake next to the cabin and not on the ocean. Wetsuits are recommended but not mandatory during summer.

  • You’ll get a full refund up to 30 days prior to arrival. 50% of the total amount (including taxes) will be charged to your credit card when you book. The balance will be charged to your credit card 15 days before your arrival date. Prices are subject to change without notice. Refunds will not be given for price changes.