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The Enso Circle is a unique, 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 Enso Circle was created by Lyn Belisle and Michelle Belto after five years of planning.
Engaging and acclaimed from its very frist term, The Enso Circle is now opening its sixth term for twelve new Residents.

"This is the kind of focused experience that we would want for ourselves."       
~Michelle and Lyn

Applications are now closed for the Spring 2023 term of the Enso Circle. The next opportunity will be in early September of 2023.

Scroll down to see what Enso Circle Residents say


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Lyn and Michelle invite you . . .

Have you ever wanted to find a supportive space in which to both expand and focus your present art practice while being a part of a small community of twelve authentic, like-minded creatives working in every medium?


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.

Applications for Spring 2023 are now open.

The Residency Concept
  • A residency is a dedicated time period in which you join a community of creators for a specific goal that is unique to you.  The residency provides support that you need to do your work. Knowing that there are other resident artists adds accountability. Since the residency is time based, it has a beginning and end with a concrete visible outcome, usually an artwork or body of work.
  • The Enso Circle is a virtual residency that has many of the same components of a more traditional residency. You will be asked to be committed to a three-month period of time during which you will work on a specific goal for your art that you will share with the Enso community. 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 or Michelle.
  • The residency culminates in a shared exhibition catalogue.
Applications are now open for the new term which begins in March of 2023.
Click here to see if The Enso Circle is what you've been looking for

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WHAT ARTIST RESIDENTS SAY ABOUT THEIR  ENSO CIRCLE EXPERIENCE:

This experience has been more than I expected or could have asked for.  When I came to Enso I was very, VERY, timid and insecure about my work … still wondering if it really is called “art” or “craft”.  I found my art voice in this experience.  Through the process I learned to stay true to myself with confidence … and that is where my best work comes from.  Thank you to my resident co-hearts … your perspectives, honesty, humor and craft are cherished.  Lyn & Michelle …. what hasn’t been already said to which I say AMEN!  The plethora of resources, lesson and individual words of encouragement have made me a better, more confident artist. 
Sandi

"Enso lets me truly see the individual style, prep and steps along the way with each artist and their projects and 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 Michelle’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


 

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  • Home
  • WHO WE ARE
    • OUR STORY
    • WHY THE ENSO?
    • THE ENSO EXHIBITION CATALOGS
    • OUR STUDIOS
  • ABOUT THE CIRCLE
    • OVERVIEW
    • REQUIREMENTS AND COST
    • THINKING ABOUT APPLYING?
    • APPLICATION
  • MEMBERS PAGES
    • THE ENSO LESSON GUIDE
    • RESOURCE LIBRARY
    • ENSO CALENDAR
    • RESIDENCY FEE
  • Contact