Our Artist in Residence Program is guided by creativity, one of our seven core wellness pillars, and reflects our commitment to nurturing expression as a pathway to connection, wellbeing, and innovation.
Through our Arts, Culture and Events initiatives, we celebrate the power of creativity not only to enrich the guest experience but also to ignite fresh ideas, inspire collaboration, and foster a deeper sense of community. By embracing cross-cultural exchange and contemporary practice, we create space for art to thrive while strengthening the link between personal wellbeing and collective cultural vitality.
The Artist in Residence program offers musicians and artists a retreat from routine, providing a unique chance to immerse themselves in nature, reconnect with inspiration, and explore new creative outputs through sound and art. Designed to support original creators from the Mornington Peninsula, Melbourne, and across Victoria, the program welcomes artists from diverse genres and backgrounds to spend dedicated time within our distinctive environment. Each residency becomes an exchange between art and place, producing works that carry the artist’s voice while reflecting the essence of the springs.
Since its inception in 2021, the program has continued to grow in scale and ambition. What began as a series of intimate week-long residencies has expanded to welcome a wide and evolving community of contemporary creators. Each has left a lasting imprint by way of new compositions, performances, and stories that embody the healing of combination creativity and nature.
Here's a glimpse of the artists we have welcomed throughout the program.
One of Melbourne’s most respected singer-songwriters, Charles has released 17 albums and toured internationally. His thoughtful storytelling and deep ties to the Peninsula made his residency a natural fit.
Mutti Mutti Songman Kutcha Edwards blends music and activism, drawing on his life experiences and heritage to create powerful works that nurture connection and understanding.
A versatile oboist and collaborator, Ben explores classical, jazz, world and experimental sound, often working across disciplines to bring music to unexpected places and communities.
Winners of the Music Victoria award for Best Intercultural Act, Përolas create a sensory fusion of harp, voice, and electronic soundscapes that blur the line between tradition and innovation.
Sister duo Mabel and Ivy Windred-Wornes craft ethereal folk songs of love, loss and wonder, their seamless harmonies and poetic storytelling captivating audiences worldwide.
Singer-songwriter and composer from the Mornington Peninsula, Sianna’s raw, elemental style explores themes of life, loss and love, blending indie roots with cinematic soundscapes.
Four-time ARIA Award-winning multi-instrumentalist and leader of the Melbourne Ska Orchestra, Nicky Bomba brings rhythm, joy, and a deep belief in the healing power of music. His residency reconnected him with the springs, where he previously collaborated on the 2003 world music project Water – An Australian Story.
Award-winning songwriter and frontman of folk-rock favourites Things of Stone and Wood, Greg Arnold is known for hits like Happy Birthday Helen and Wildflowers. His timeless songs and storytelling spirit continue to inspire Australia’s modern folk scene.
A leading voice in Australia’s contemporary jazz community, Andrea Keller is a pianist and composer celebrated for her immersive, intuitive sound. Her collaborative projects span two decades and showcase her ability to create music that is both intricate and deeply moving.
One of Australia’s most respected independent musicians, Lior is known for his breakthrough album Autumn Flow and its enduring single This Old Love. His delicate, emotive songwriting has earned him critical acclaim and a loyal following.
Rosa Mar Tato Ortega is an activist whose work brings together art, place, and environmental awareness. Through sculpture, public art, and curatorial projects, she explores how creativity can foster connection, conversation, and action. Through her work, Rosa invites audiences to pause, reflect, and engage more deeply with the landscapes that sustain us.
Each residency is a unique collaboration between artist and place, shaped by stillness, movement, and the natural beauty of the springs. As the program evolves, we continue to welcome new voices, upcoming artists and fresh perspectives, celebrating the universal connection between music, nature, and wellbeing.