Selkie Isle 2024 Application

Application for Muses of Selkie Isle 2024

Please try to answer the following questions as honestly as possible.

There is no right answer. This information will only be seen by us and will NOT be shared anywhere and can be permanently deleted if requested. We value your privacy. The Muses Atlas is open to all women and femme identifying people.We stand in strong solidarity with our LGBTQ community.

Full legal name

Date of Birth

Social Media

Website or applicable link

Have you attended a Muses Atlas or Muses Escape retreat before? If so, which one?

Place of Residence

Preferred Pronouns

What tier room are you interested in?

Are you a night owl or a morning songbird? What times?

Would you describe yourself as introverted or extroverted?

Have you ever traveled solo before?

Have you ever traveled in a large group before?

Does the idea of having no internet and phone service for a week make you anxious or excited? Both?

What are your biggest frustrations in dealing with other people?

What are your favorite traits in other people?

Any food restrictions or allergies? Health concerns or conditions?

The island is very rugged with dangerous cliffs, uneven paths, no roads or automobiles. The walk from the boat to the accomodations is an intense walk/hike up to the top of the plateau. Are you comfortable with this?

How do you unpack your suitcase? A. Operate directly out of the suitcase, but neatly B. Explode everywhere in beautiful technicolor C. Fold nicely in drawers

How important is political correctness to you?

Do you need specific personal time for private or religious activities?

Do you believe in the supernatural or superstitions?

Would you consider yourself salt of the earth or more head in clouds?

Do you thrive more in solitude or do groups stimulate you?

What are you obsessed with?

What do you irrationally hate?

These are historically listed properties, some with steep stairs, and eccentric quirks. ALL of the bathrooms are shared and some can be a bit of a journey to get to. Are you ok with this?

Do you agree to keep the shared spaces and restrooms clean and free of personal items at all times?

The island can be a chilly, windy, rainy wonderland. They have updated facilities, heat, and working fireplaces but could have drafts and at night the heat can be intermittent. Are you ok with this?

There is NO WI-FI or cell service in ANY of the properties -- which we believe is an even greater help in focusing creativity-- so we recommend bringing any books for research as opposed to counting on the internet. For emergencies the church has limited wifi. Are you ok with this?

What about textiles inspire you?

Why do you feel this experience is right for you?

Would you like to share anything else about yourself with us?

Please upload 3-6 images of your recent work or artistic process.

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Thanks for applying! Please don't feel disheartened if you do not hear back as we receive many applications for each retreat.