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A place to stay, space to create.

CABUYA ART
RESIDENCY

Set in the natural beauty of Cabuya, Costa Rica, this intimate artist residency offers time and space to explore your creative practice, experiment with ideas and make art at your own pace.

EXPLORE THE RESIDENCYMAKE AN ENQUIRY
Botanical hero banner designed by Merve Sayar for Cabuya Art Residency

A place to stay,
space to create.

Step away from your everyday routine and reconnect with your creativity in the relaxed surroundings of Cabuya. With a welcoming place to stay and space for artistic exploration, the residency invites you to slow down, find inspiration and make time to create, whether you're developing your skills, exploring new ideas or simply enjoying a change of pace.

Decorative tropical leaf line illustration
Illustration of a tropical house surrounded by palm trees by Merve Sayar

STAY

A welcoming place to settle in, unwind and enjoy the slower rhythm of life in Cabuya.

Tropical botanical collage with shells and leaves by Merve Sayar

CREATE

Explore drawing, painting and creative workshops while discovering new ways to express yourself.

Tropical coastal illustration with a palm tree and ocean waves by Merve Sayar

EXPLORE

Discover the coast, tropical nature and local experiences that make the Nicoya Peninsula unique.

A GLIMPSE INTO THE RESIDENCY

A place to make, experiment and find inspiration in the everyday.

Explore the studio, discover the creative process and experience the natural surroundings that make Cabuya a special place to stay and create.

Creative moodboard showing visual references, materials and design inspiration

Into the Studio

A space to experiment, follow your curiosity and let ideas take shape.

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From drawing and painting to illustration and mixed-media exploration, the studio offers an opportunity to explore materials, develop your skills and enjoy the process of making art.

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Whether you arrive with a project in mind or simply want to see where your creativity takes you, you are invited to explore, experiment and create in your own way.

Image by Kiwihug

Your time, your practice.

There is no single way to experience a residency.

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You can join guided drawing and painting sessions, take part in creative workshops or spend time developing your own work. Sessions can be shaped around your interests, experience and the kind of creative practice you want to explore.

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Make space for focused studio time, discover new techniques or simply enjoy the freedom to experiment without pressure.

The rhythm is flexible, giving you room to balance creative work with rest, nature and life in Cabuya.

Nature-inspired sketchbook and art materials collage by Merve Sayar

LIFE AT RESIDENCY

A glimpse into everyday life in Cabuya from the comfort of your accommodation to the shared spaces where you can relax, reflect and find inspiration.

Enjoy a welcoming environment where you can settle in, feel at home and make room for your creative practice. Whether you spend your time creating, exploring the surroundings or taking a quiet moment for yourself, the residency offers space to find your own rhythm.

Image by Kiwihug

Let Nature Shape Your Perspective

Cabuya offers endless inspiration for curious eyes and creative minds. From tropical plants and coastal landscapes to the textures of rocks, the movement of the ocean and the details of everyday life, nature becomes an invitation to observe, slow down and see things differently.

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Take a walk along the coast, discover the surrounding landscape or bring what you notice back into your creative practice.

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Here, inspiration is not limited to the studio. It is all around you.

Tropical illustration collage for Cabuya Art Residency by Merve Sayar

Explore Beyond the Studio

Your residency can be more than a place to stay and create. Discover the natural beauty and local life of the Nicoya Peninsula through experiences that complement your time in the studio.

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From horseback riding and fishing trips to yoga sessions, nature walks and local excursions, there are many ways to make your stay your own.

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Airport transfers, local transport and additional accommodation arrangements may also be organised on request.

Decorative continuous botanical and ocean line art

Come to Cabuya. Make space for art.

Step away from the everyday, find inspiration in nature and give yourself time to create. Discover a quiet space for your creative practice in Cabuya, Costa Rica.

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