Residency · Sumner, ME
Farm, Flock and Fiber Artist in Residence 2027
A Wrinkle in Thyme Farm
You should apply if you're an emerging fiber artist who wants six months of paid farm and studio work with a flock of sheep in Maine.
About
A Wrinkle in Thyme Farm in Sumner, Maine offers a six-month farm, flock and fiber art residency from May through October 2027. The resident works about 25 hours a week on farm projects such as garden tending, building and sheep care, and has about one day a week of dedicated solo studio time in a shared studio. One more day goes to learning and collaboration with local fiber artists and farmers in felting, dyeing, knitting and spinning, and the resident can teach classes and show work. A modest stipend is paid. Applications open in November and close December 31, with a selection made by January 31. The farm is not set up for families or pets.
Eligibility
Emerging fiber artists with enough skill to teach classes, plus curiosity about regenerative sheep farming. The farm is woman owned and aims to support emerging female fiber artists and farmers. Applicants must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Applications happen on A Wrinkle in Thyme Farm's website. Seeke reviews and indexes the listing but does not accept applications.