the riónce ‘open studio’ residency
(irl & or online) | 16 weeks
a shared base for people already building.
this exists for founders and creatives who are earning from their work, but don’t want to build in isolation, burn out, or keep starting from scratch every few months.
it’s for people who want:
✓ a regular place to go, weekly
✓ structure without being managed
✓ other serious people around them
✓ and the freedom to work in their own way
some people use the space in london.
others work online, travel, or split their time.
this setup supports that reality.
(this residency is based across our studios in ladywell / peckham, se london, uk, and/ or online)
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what you get
[1] weekly open studio sessions (in person &/online)
[2] monthly group success circle call (online
[3] monthly 1 to 1 strategy & lifestyle call (online)
[4] optional accountability via whatsapp group (online)
[5] one guest talk night a month (in person + online)
[6] extra ‘48hr notice’ social event nights
[7] community access via wider whatsapp space
[8] feature in our end of residency archive
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you show up weekly, at set times.
if you’re irl, you use the studio as your base.
if you’re online, you join a locked-in 4 hour google meet.you work alongside others doing the same thing.
no forced collaboration. no pitching. no pressure.this is about consistency, not output.
on rare occasions, you can bring a trusted collaborator who isn’t part of the group.
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[1] weekly open studio sessions
❖ wednesdays + sundays (6pm to 10pm, in person)
calm, focused, resident-only studio time to work, plan, experiment, think, rest, or sit quietly/
❖ 4 hour locked-in google meet sessions at set times (online)
same as above - no pressure to perform, pitch, or socialise[2] monthly group success circle call
45 minutes (online)
led by a certified business coach / accountability partner
practical conversations around clarity, momentum, and sustainability[3] monthly 1 to 1 strategy & lifestyle call
25 minutes (online)
by founder you’ll get support with decision making, direction, and how your work fits into your life[4] optional accountability
small ‘success circle call’ whatsapp group (online)
no pressure to share or perform[5] one guest talk night a month
(tuesdays, in person + online)[6] extra nights
announced with 48 hours notice in whatsapp (in-person only)[7] community access
a wider whatsapp space to stay connected and ask questions[8] end of residency archive feature
(photos, a few quotes / creative record of what got made) -
✓ you’re already earning from what you do
✓ you intentionally don’t have a plan [b]
✓ you want freedom without chaos
✓ you’re tired of doing everything alone
✓ you want a base, not motivation
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we’re doing this because building a big life can feel lonely and overstimulating, especially when your routines don’t fully match who you’re becoming.
because studios and aligned online group spaces can be hard to access, shallow networking is boring and unproductive; and, because isolation is crippling / makes people go through things alone instead of connecting, which is one of the best natural aids we have.
this residency gives you a reliable, sacred place to return to while you build. a space that helps you slow down, stay present, and actually follow through on what matters.
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open studio residency (irl + online)
£360 upfront for the full 16 weeks
or £120 per calendar month.open studio residency (online only)
£240 upfront for the full 16 weeks
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our in-person open studio residency is based largely at our studio spaces in ladywell, with special events taking place at penda studios our studio in peckham, south east london, uk (with some sessions taking place online)
our online-only open studio residency is based online via google meet calls & whatsapp
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fill in the application form
if short-listed, we’ll have a quick hello call (5 to 8 mins).
if aligned, we’ll confirm next steps
/// if not short-listed, you’ll receive an email sharing we have moved forward with other applicants. ///
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fill in the application form.
we’re selective, not on status - just on vibe & alignment. we’re looking for realness, commitment to our why and to your own personal development.
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" it sounds really dramatic, but it’s changed my life.
I'VE BEEN TRYING TO FIGURE OUT HOW TO BALANCE CREATIVITY AND LIFE FOR A WHILE. I THINK I MADE MORE MONEY IN THOSE FEW MONTHS THAN I HAVE IN THE LAST YEAR, GENUINELY.
I FEEL REALLY PROUD OF MYSELF & I HAVEN'T SAID THAT IN A LONG TIME.”
~ @louishas.lensuk
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ready to apply?
faqs
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openness, experimentation, personal development, and real life experiences. respect for shared space is essential. no disrespect and no self-deprecation. no stoosh behaviour.
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we’ve found 16 weeks is the right balance. it’s long enough for people to settle in, build trust, and see change, but short enough to feel manageable. you can see the end from the start, which helps people commit fully.
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we create a quiet archive of the time. consisting of photographs, short articles, a few quotes, and a record of what was made or explored. about a month before the end, we check in with residents about how they’d like to be included and what next might look like.
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no. the minimum expectation is 2 sessions a month. some residents come weekly, some less often. consistency over time matters more than frequency.
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that’s completely fine. many residents feel that way at first. there’s no pressure to speak, share, or perform. you can talk a lot, a little, or sit quietly and focus on your own thing. all of that is welcome.
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no. people join for different reasons. some are making work, some are planning ideas, some are experimenting or learning, and some just need a regular place to think and be around others. creativity shows up in different ways here.
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occasionally, for specific sessions. guest access is intentional and limited to protect the feel of the residency.
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no. this is a residency experience with accountability built in. people often find it grounding and supportive, however it’s not therapy or a replacement for professional support.
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this residency is a 16 week commitment. we ask people to commit to the full period so the space stays consistent for everyone. all terms are shared clearly before you confirm your place.
with that in mind however, our residencies work best when they’re a mutual fit. so if at the 4 week mark you feel like the residency is not for you, you’re welcome to terminate your residency early at the end of month 2 (with 4 weeks + notice).
at this point all residency benefits will end and no more payments will be expected of you. (please note, your deposit will not be refunded).