artistic colony

Artists' shared enclave

An artistic colony is a community where artists live and work together, often in a rural or scenic setting that provides inspiration and removes distractions of ordinary life.

Some are permanent settlements; others offer temporary residencies.

She spent a summer at an artistic colony in New Mexico finishing her novel.

Also called an artists' colony or art colony.

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primary purpose

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Settlement built around industry

company town · industrial park · industrial complex · manufacturing hub · corporate campus

cultural values

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Pre-designed residential project

bedroom community · gated community · tract housing · commuter town

collective vs. solitary creative practice

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Secluded religious dwelling

secluded retreat · ivory tower · private study

Family

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