Our Residency

A place for creative minds, where time softens and the boundaries between art and nature dissolve. The forest becomes your studio, the breeze your collaborator, and the sun your gentle muse. Here, creation is not a task, but a way of listening—of letting yourself be shaped as much as you shape. A quiet invitation to slow down, tune in, and let the world around you become part of what you make.

La Masia

Hidden in the forests of Girona, this 1806 traditional Catalan countryside home invites you to slow down and live in harmony with nature. The historic soul of the house lingers in every stone and beam, offering a timeless space to reconnect, create, and simply be.

Art Residency

A space for artistic exploration and personal inspiration, where time expands and creativity unfolds. Our residencies offer dedicated accommodation to deepen your individual artistic practice. Immersed in nature and to the essence of the forest, you step away from the noise of the city to reconnect with your creativity.

Gastronomy

Meals follow a farm-to-table philosophy. We grow our own organic vegetables and source additional fresh ingredients from local farmers. We offer half board from Monday to Friday: nourishing breakfast and dinners prepared with ingredients from our garden and local sources.

Can Silvestre Residency Guide

For more information about life at Can Silvestre, download our guide. Inside, you’ll find everything you need to know about the residency: what we offer, how the space works, and what to expect during your stay.

Now Accepting Applications.

We’re delighted to welcome applications from emerging and established artists across all disciplines and backgrounds. Our winter 2025/26 residency will take place during the months of November, December, January, and February. Click the button below to access the application form and full details about the process. The deadline for applications is October 15th, 2025.

What We Offer

ROOM & MEALS

  • A private bedroom and a shared bathroom with other residents. Each room includes clean towels, bed linen, and basic toiletries.

  • Half board from Monday to Friday: nourishing breakfast and dinners prepared with ingredients from our garden and local sources.

  • Access to a well-stocked kitchen and pantry with fresh bread, seasonal fruit and vegetables, and essentials to prepare your own midday meals.

CREATIVE SPACES

  • A private desk and chair with natural light in each room.

  • A shared Atelier designed for painting, writing, or quiet reflection.

  • Large outdoor tables scattered through the garden and under the trees, perfect for working or gathering inspiration from nature.

FARM-TO-TABLE MEALS

  • We grow our own organic vegetables and source additional fresh ingredients from trusted local farmers.

  • Meals prepared with care to nourish body and mind, reflecting the rhythms of the seasons and the land.

Pricing

1 Week

463 €

880 € (5% discount)

2 Weeks

1250 € (10% discount)

3 Weeks

1575 € (15% discount)

4 Weeks

Prices include half board from Monday to Friday, as well as access to a well-stocked kitchen and pantry for preparing your own midday meals. To confirm your reservation, a non-refundable deposit of 50% is required upfront. Please note that prices do not include VAT (21%), which will be added to the final invoice.

Meet Our Artists in Residence

  • Eli Apezteguia

    Photographer and visual artist, her work explores the body and its connection to self. Focused on self-portraiture, process, and the performative, she combines personal projects with commercial photography and intimate sessions centered on women, the body, and meditation. With training in audiovisual arts and yoga, she values the deep connection between art and spirituality.

  • Jacopo Ficulle

    Italian filmmaker exploring ways of creating videos that offer viewers a moment of clarity and presence. A way to rise above compulsive watching.
    He has won festivals with his short documentaries and has been working for over a decade for international organisations such as the United Nations.

  • Anna Andreu

    Catalan singer-songwriter known for her poetic, intimate sound. Since her solo debut in 2020 with Els Mals Costums, she has received wide recognition, including the Enderrock Award for Best Singer-Songwriter Album, the El Temps de les Arts Popular Music Award, and the Ramon Muntaner Prize from Terra i Cultura. Her upcoming album Vigília (2025) delves into the themes of night, stillness, and the subtle light that emerges from darkness.

  • Guillem Ramisa

    Singer-songwriter and poet from Roda de Ter, his work fuses music and poetry in a unique style that moves between folk, reggae, rock, and hip-hop. He has released several albums —including Aquest sol hi és per tots (2015), Bondat senzilla (2017), and Un somriure infinit (2024)— as well as multiple poetry collections. His creations stand out for their emotion, sensitivity, and an intimate gaze on life and nature.

  • Sònia Masuda

    Catalan-Japanese actress, playwright, and stage director. Her work spans theatre, film, television, and interdisciplinary projects. As a creator, she explores identity, memory, and anti-racism from a personal and political lens. She is currently developing her first short film and writing her debut feature, selected for the Catalan Film Academy’s Script Residency.

  • Lara Stoop

    A screenwriter, script analyst, and teacher. She has written films such as Club Silencio (Karlovy Vary, Cannes Market) and Imade (D’A, Goya candidate). She is currently co-writing Cara Sucia and developing her debut feature at the Catalan Film Academy’s Script Residency.

  • Muntsa Verdaguer i Mas

    A journalist and radio director from Roda de Ter. With a background in print and radio media, she currently leads Ràdio Roda and works in communication. Her debut book No vull que m’estimis is an intimate exploration of emotional longing, written during an autumn equinox.

  • Annabelle Sproat

    A British-Catalan photographer, whose work centers on intimacy, light, and the subtle beauty of everyday moments. Guided by a deep respect for her subjects, she captures honest, unscripted scenes with a soft, observant gaze. Her recent project, 'Glorious – Light in the Darkness', is a tribute to the unseen impact of others.

  • Marta Coll Autet

    A writer, performer, and forest therapy guide based in Osona. With a background in journalism, education, and environmental outreach, her work explores inner transformation and reconnection with nature. She is the author of the poetry collections Cruesa, Duresa, Nuesa (2021) and Terra Fèrtil (2023), and creator of the interview series Arrels i Ales and the poetic monologue Estranyes Entranyes.

  • Charlotte Magne

    Marseille-based independent photographer and Jivamukti yoga teacher. With a background in cultural communication and years of experience in the arts, she works mainly with analog photography, focusing on culture, performance, crafts, and well-being. Her work seeks to reveal the softness, wonder, and poetry present in everyday moments. She is the author of some of the images featured on this website.

  • Maite Guilera

    Maite Guilera is an actress and film director. She debuted with the short film La pell més suau (The Softest Skin), exploring female sexual pleasure and communication in intimate relationships. She also directs Ficcions de ciència (Science Fictions), a festival that examines the intersections of science and society through cinema. She is now developing her first feature, centered on toxic parent–child dynamics.

“We don't read and write poetry because it's cute. We read and write poetry because we are members of the human race. And the human race is filled with passion. And medicine, law, business, engineering, these are noble pursuits and necessary to sustain life. But poetry, beauty, romance, love, these are what we stay alive for.”

— Dead Poets Society

Ready To Start Your Art Residency?

Contact us at hello@cansilvestre.com