Creatives in Residence

Five weeks. Six creatives. One chateau. Come learn a craft, slow down, and leave with something you made with your own hands.

Meet the Creatives

Laura Walker, Writing Resident at Root&Rise, smiling outdoors in a plaid shirt

Laura Walker (she/her)

Writing Resident

Read, reflect, and craft original written pieces inspired by life’s in-between moments.

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June 30 – July 5

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Larissa Sosa, Music Resident at Root&Rise, wearing a trucker hat by a lake

Larissa Sosa (she/her)

Music Resident

Learn to play the ukulele! Get excited for campfire jam sessions.

July 7 – July 12

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Kirsten Rees, Writing Resident at Root&Rise, in a floral top standing in front of a wall of open books

Kirsten Rees (she/her)

Writing Resident

Learn to take creative risks and reconnect with your authentic voice through guided writing prompts.

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July 21 – July 26

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Heather Hutt, Film & Video Resident at Root&Rise, wearing glasses and a blazer

Heather Hutt (she/her)

Film & Video Resident

Explore visual storytelling by planning, filming, and editing original videos. Including vlogging, script writing, and conducting meaningful interviews.

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August 25 – August 30

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Danielle Sachs, Baking & Journaling Resident at Root&Rise, leaning on a railing wearing an apron

Danielle Sachs (she/her)

Baking & Journaling Resident

Build and decorate your own small cakes, and learn the art of junk journaling! We’ll draw inspiration from the beauty of La Petite-Marche to respond to our environment and inner worlds as we create.

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August 25 – August 30

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Rosie Motene, Mindfulness Resident at Root&Rise, holding a djembe drum

Rosie Motene (she/her)

Mindfulness Resident

Rosie is a queer feminist writer, activist, speaker,  impact producer, certified life coach, registered counselor, and authentic divine healer from South Africa.
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September 1 – September 6

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Creative-in-Residence Program

The Root&Rise Creative-in-Residence program invites artists and creatives to lead workshops at Root&Rise, sharing their craft, skills, and expertise with our campers in exchange for complimentary camp. Grounded in the spirit of Root&Rise, the program is designed to amplify creatives of all kinds, offering a platform to share meaningful work while enriching the summer camp experience in a truly special way.

Interested in applying?
The Creative-In-Residence will teach 1–2 sessions per day during full days of camp (Wed-Sat). In exchange, Creative-in-Residence participants receive a complimentary week at camp, including accommodations and meals. Creatives are responsible for their own travel.


Application Window for 2026 is now closed.
Questions? Email gather@rootandrise.com

We are so appreciative of all the amazing applicants we received. Apply again in 2027!