Residencies
We’re excited to announce that brother the charity is collaborating with The Creative
Hub France to offer a unique series of self-directed Creative Residencies.
The residencies offer an invitation into a space for self-reflection, exploration, and
creative development. Whether you’re nurturing an idea, stepping back from the
busyness of everyday life, or simply trying something new, this is a chance to slow
down and focus on your creative practice.
Self-Directed Creative Residency for Men
This is a peaceful, rural residency
Duration:
One Month
Location:
The Creative Hub village house, Les Cars, Limousin, France
Interested?
Apply below
What makes this residency different?
There are no expectations to produce an end product. We believe in the value of the process itself, in giving men the time and space to rediscover, recharge, and reimagine.
If you're looking for a gentle yet inspiring setting to reconnect with your creative self, this could be for you.
What’s included?
Independent village accommodation with Wi-Fi and bills covered- travel and food not included
A bike on site — perfect for countryside rides or trips to the local boulangerie or farm shop
Weekly lifts to the supermarket, arranged with The Creative Hub
A bespoke brother welcome pack waiting for you on arrival, to help you settle in
Get to know the area
The Creative Hub village house in Les Cars is the location of the accommodation. It’s a small house in a rural French village. There are 15th century chateau ruins next door to the house and the old chateau stable buildings opposite are currently being renovated. There is a boulangerie and a well-stocked mini-mart along the road which also serves coffee and ice creams in summer. There is a hair-dresser and a church, also a community outdoor pool which opens in July and August. The beautiful community lake is a great place to picnic and the deer reserve is only a few minutes from the house. There are beautiful walks from the door in open countryside or forests.
Giving back to the space
Whilst this time is for you, we ask that each resident commits to 10 hours per week help with garden and outdoor maintenance at The Creative Hub main site just 5km from the village house. This is a vital part of supporting the land and space that’s hosting your practice. These hours are a required part of the residency and contribute to shared community.
Introducing brother the charity
brother is a physical and virtual community that aims to offer creative ways to support men’s mental health. The charity focuses on facilitating outdoor workshops, residencies and events that encourages communication through creative and physical formats. ‘brother’ offers a space to be present, understood, seen and heard. brother wants to be part of the movement to dismantle the stigma around men's emotional freedom and vulnerability.
