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Spring Pops – April in Tennessee is a flexible, artist‑run residency hosted by Camp Wonder Wander in the Western Highland Rim of middle Tennessee. The program invites artists of all disciplines and career stages to immerse themselves in a 17‑acre natural setting that includes a river, meadow, bamboo grove, and forest. Participants receive private or shared studio space, shared kitchen access, and a private bedroom in a shared housing facility. The residency runs from 7 days up to 2 months, with a rolling application process that allows artists to apply at any time. A certified Forest Therapy (Forest Bathing) walk is offered for those staying at least two weeks, and the program encourages daily engagement with the land through chores such as washing dishes, composting, and light farm work. The residency also offers a Farm Stay Scholarship of $150–$300, which can offset the program fee for those who commit to a few hours of guided land work each week. The program is family‑friendly, welcoming spouses, partners, and children, and it requires participants to agree to basic chores and a commitment to the nature‑centric ethos of the residency. The program fee starts at $450 for a one‑week stay, with additional costs based on room size and length of stay.

Studio access, private room, shared bath or ensuites, meals provided

Applicants with nature as their muse, inspiration, or collaborator will receive priority. Individuals must be able to let the normal world and lifestyle go during your stay and it is encouraged that you utilize the time and access to the benefits of being away from contemporary society.