As we enter the last few weeks of the first Enso Circle Residency, we are overwhelmed by the  insights, aesthetic growth, and  generosity of our first group of artists. They have forged a powerful creative community that has lifted us all over doubts and barriers and given us new energy. This innovative concept has proven to be a resounding success on so many levels, and we look forward to continuing the Enso Circle Residency for the foreseeable future, three twelve week terms terms a year.
PLEASE NOTE: We are now taking applications for the second three-month Residency beginning June 14th.  Artists are welcome to apply from now until June 1st.
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CREATED AND LED BY LYN BELISLE AND MICHELLE BELTO

"This is the kind of focused experience that we would want for ourselves."        ~Michelle and Lyn
The Enso Circle is an invitational art residency, a dedicated three-month time period in which you will join a community of creators for a specific self-chosen  goal that is unique to you.  The online residency provides the comprehensive artistic support that you need to focus and strengthen your work.

You will have access to workshop sessions, a private online library of resources, regular Zoom critiques and group discussions, and presentations with guest artists. During the three months there will be opportunities to share your work in process, troubleshoot stuck points, get positive and supportive feedback, and meet one on one with Lyn and/or Michelle.
 
The residency will culminate in a shared online exhibition and catalogue.
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WHAT CURRENT ARTIST RESIDENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT THEIR ONGOING ENSO CIRCLE EXPERIENCE:

It is unbelievably helpful to see other artists in action. To truly see the individual style, prep and steps along the way of each artist and their projects. To see successes and failures and the opportunities in the those too. There certainly is no one way as there is no one person...all are unique as is their art! Thank you for the privilege of being part of this amazing experience! ~ Katherine

I’m so honored to be part of this group of talented and generous artists! It feels like home - I feel nurtured and safe! I definitely want to continue in the Enso Circle for the next term! ~ Harleen

Everyone is supportive and encouraging. The Enso Circle is an experience every artist would find great benefit from - no matter where you are on the creative journey. I really appreciate Lyn and Michele’s experienced teaching and guidance. ~ Brita
 
I was looking for a supportive, accessible space to take a major step forward in my creative work. The Enso Circle cohort has freely and abundantly offered inspiration, affirmation, tools and techniques, accountability to my commitment, and sisters in celebrating our voices ~ Heather
 
The Enso circle symbolizes many things:
the beauty in imperfection, the art of letting go of expectations, the circle of life, and connection… the imperfections and contours are exactly what makes the Enso beautiful.
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