Design focused holidays to help you level up your career
Creative Residencies
Daily activities
Space to work
Large dose of nature
Swim/snorkle/hike
Instructors
Self driven
We are offering a handful of Creative Residencies this year on a tropical island in Australia, on the Great Barrier Reef. We have solo trips and double trips for two friends to come together. The residency is self driven with daily activities and time to work on your own projects. At the end of the week there is an option for a mini digital exhibition via Instagram to 323,000 people to show off your work and what you've been up to. If you're looking for an affordable sunny break with palm trees, this is it.
On island time
Four dates available:
17 – 24 May 2025 (Maggie A–frame for two creatives)
21 – 28 June 2025 (Maggie Studio for one creative)
11 – 18 August 2025 (Maggie Studio for one creative)
1 – 8 November 2025 (Maggie A–frame for two creatives)
Magnetic Island, Australia
Airport: Townsville
We are giving you the time and space to celebrate yourself and your creative practice. You can set a goal for the week, work on your own projects or just come and get those creative juices flowing again – there is no pressure!
This trip is open to all levels, all disciplines – creative directors, freelancers, artists, design grads, interns, illustrators, in-house, typographers. If you are involved in design, you're our people and we would love you to come!
Applications are simple – simply your name and deets, and why you want to come (and who you would bring!). We'll be picking 8 amazing humans to take part.
Staying at Maggie A–frame (2 double beds, plus ones are welcome to come for free)
Staying at Maggie Studio (1 double bed, your plus one is welcome to come for free)
Nearest major airports: TSV + 10 min shuttle + 20 min ferry + 10 min bus to the front door! Very easy – we will help you!
Activities planned:
– Goal setting, hiking, drawing, KOALAS, dinners, swims, snorkelling, co–working, breakie, sunrises, bird feeding, 1950's island museum, topless cars (extra), cocktails, boat tours, op shopping, kayaking (extra) and more!
Why we think its ace:
– A very full week of inspiration, nature, getting back to basics, island inspo.
– Only four trips this year!
– Epic travel experience with new/old design friends
– Time and space to focus on YOU
– The break you deserve!
– TAX DEDUCTIBLE HOLIDAY!
What it includes:
– All 7 nights accommodation
– Daily optional activities mapped out for you
– Space and wifi to work
– Local designers to connect with
– Bingo card of island things!
Excludes:
Airfares and transfers, meals, travel insurance.
Cost:
USD $1,300 (Maggie A–frame based on 2-4 sharing)
USD $900 (Maggie Studio based on 1-2 sharing)
