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Saskatchewan Prairie Creative Hub

Create here. Stay here.

Everything starts here.Built from the ground up.

Music production. Live events. Wellness retreats. Overnight stays. All on one prairie farm, 25 minutes from Saskatoon.

25 min
From Saskatoon
10 min
South of Langham
Hwy 16
Off Highway 16
Prairie Sky

A family farm turned
creative ecosystem

An inherited prairie farm that's become something rare. Close enough to the city to be accessible. Far enough to feel like another world entirely.

Outdoor Performance Stage

Large capacity stage for concerts, festivals, and live events under Saskatchewan's open sky.

Production Studio

Green and white room media studio for professional shoots, interviews, and content creation.

Film Location

Diverse prairie landscapes, golden light, and natural cinematic backdrops for film and photography.

Wellness Campus

Yoga areas, mindfulness labyrinth, meditative spaces, and walkable gardens for deep restoration.

Tree Line Trail

A serene half-mile path winding through the perimeter tree line. Saskatchewan stillness all around.

Bird Sanctuary

Natural wildlife habitat where the prairie breathes. A living sanctuary for birds and quiet observers.

Private Dining Shelter

Long table for guest chef experiences and intimate gatherings, sheltered under the open air.

Corporate Retreats

Workshops, offsites, team building, and leadership programming in a setting that changes perspective.

Woodworking Shop

Hands-on workshops and maker experiences. Build something real with your hands.

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Host your next event, retreat, or shoot on the prairie.

Creative services with soul

Professional enough for corporate clients. Real enough for independent artists. Every service rooted in the craft.

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Music Production

Full-service recording, production, and sound design. From first demo to final master, we build tracks that hit. State-of-the-art equipment in a space that inspires.

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Mixing & Mastering

Industry-standard mixing and mastering that brings clarity, punch, and presence to your sound. Send your stems or come work with us in person.

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Video Production

Music videos, brand content, event coverage. Prairie landscapes and studio setups for cinematic storytelling. Pre-production through final delivery.

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Event Production

Concerts, festivals, corporate events, private gatherings. Multi-camera live capture, sound, lighting, and post-production content packaging.

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Branding & Creative Direction

Visual identity, brand strategy, and creative direction for artists and businesses ready to stand out. From concept to full brand system.

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Sound Design

Custom audio for film, podcast, commercial, and interactive projects. Foley, scoring, mixing, and master delivery. Sound that tells stories.

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What things cost

Transparent pricing for every service. All bookings start with a quick conversation — we'll match you to the right package.

First Time Here?

Start at half price.
Your first booking is on us — almost.

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50% off your first 2 hours
Valid for recording, mixing, media production, and studio sessions. Come in, make something, pay half.
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30% off full-day & event packages
First corporate retreat, full-day event, or stage booking? 30% off the total — no catch, no fine print.
Claim Your Discount

Mention "first booking" when you reach out. One per person. We'll take care of the rest.

🎵 Studio Sessions

Music Production
Half Day (4 hrs)
Contact for pricing Starting rates available on inquiry

Full-service recording and production. 4-hour block — perfect for tracking vocals, instruments, or laying down demos. State-of-the-art gear, experienced engineers.

Mixing & Mastering
Per Track
Contact for pricing Send your stems, we'll handle the rest

Industry-standard mix and master. Send your stems remotely or work with us in person. Clarity, punch, and presence — ready for streaming and release.

Video Production
Half Day (4 hrs)
Contact for pricing Music videos, brand content, EPK

4-hour production block using the studio and farm landscapes. Music videos, brand shoots, promo reels. Prairie backdrops included at no extra charge.

Video Production
Full Day (8 hrs)
Contact for pricing Full narrative projects & commercials

Full-day shoot with pre-production planning, multi-location access across the farm, and post-production handoff. From concept to final cut.

🎪 Events & Venues

Stage Rental
Evening (4–6 hrs)
Contact for pricing Concerts, showcases, private shows

Outdoor performance stage for evening events. Includes PA system, stage lighting, and dedicated parking for guests. Sound engineer available on request.

Corporate Retreat
Full Day + Catering Coordination
Contact for pricing Teams of 6–50+ welcome

Full-day offsite with workshop space, team activities (woodworking shop, trail walks, wellness sessions), and catering coordination. The setting that changes how people think.

Private Event
Weddings, Celebrations & Custom
Custom quote Every private event is different

Birthdays, weddings, film wrap parties, unique celebrations. Tell us what you have in mind — we'll put together a package that fits. No event too unconventional.

🌙 Overnight Stays

The Pavilion
Per Night • Sleeps 2
Contact for pricing Couples & solo retreats

Private modern suite for 2 with a queen bed and a small deck overlooking the prairie. Quiet, secluded, and intentional. Sauna access included in season.

Overnight + Studio Combo
Stay & Create Package
Custom quote Best value for multi-day sessions

Combine a studio session or event booking with overnight accommodation. One location, one invoice — and usually a better rate than booking separately.

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Bring your tour
to the prairie

Passing through Saskatchewan? Don't just drive through — play here. A real stage, real production, real accommodations, and a crowd that's hungry for live music. 25 minutes from Saskatoon, right off Highway 16.

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Promo Content Studio

Green room and white room media production studio on-site. Shoot promo videos, interviews, acoustic sessions, or EPK content while you're here. Leave with more than just a show.

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Easy to Reach

25 minutes northwest of Saskatoon, 10 minutes south of Langham, right off Highway 16. Touring the prairies? We're on the route. Easy load-in, dedicated parking for tour vehicles.

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Overnight Accommodations

6-bed bunkhouse for the band. Pavilion suite for 2. Private sauna after the show. No need to find a hotel — crash on the farm and leave rested.

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Full Event Production

Sound engineering, lighting design, live recording, and post-show content packaging. We handle the production so you can focus on the performance.

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7th Annual — June 13, 2026

Art in the Garden

June 13, 2026 Wiebe Works • Langham, SK
25 min from Saskatoon

"Creating beauty, opportunity and community."

Every summer, the GUS property comes alive. Art in the Garden is Saskatchewan's most intimate outdoor festival — a full day of live music, local artisans, food, and community on the very land that grounds everything we build here. Seven years running. Still growing.

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Live Music All Day

Blues, bluegrass, country, folk, reggae, and alternative — Saskatchewan musicians performing from 11 AM to sundown on the outdoor stage.

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Artisan Village

Curated local artists and artisans showcasing handcrafted goods. Original work, direct from the people who made it.

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Food & Drink

Local food vendors serving up inclusive options all day. Prairie flavours, outdoor atmosphere, no pretension.

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Kids' Garden

Face painting, story time, art activities, and balloon entertainment. The whole family belongs here.

7th Annual Edition
2020 Year Founded
June 13 2026 Date
25 min From Saskatoon

Seven Years on This Land

Art in the Garden was founded by artist and musician Valerie Wiebe on the Wiebe Works property — the same land that became Ground Up Studios. What started as an intimate gathering has grown into an annual Saskatchewan tradition, drawing musicians, artisans, families, and curious strangers from across the province every June. The character home, greenhouses, gazebos, and open fields aren't just a backdrop. They're the reason people keep coming back.

Production-Ready Creative Retreat

Produce on
the Prairie

Live stage. Recording studio. Film location. Crew lodging. No other Saskatchewan venue offers this infrastructure bundle. Not a quiet retreat — a full production base on one prairie farm.

★  Only Saskatchewan venue with production infrastructure + accommodation  ★

Production Packages

1 Week
Production Retreat
$1,500 / week

Full production support — studio, stage, lodging. Add $500 for professional recording package (mixing, mastering, distribution-ready).

A week to record, create, and breathe. Studio access, overnight accommodation, meals, and stage time bundled into one focused creative experience.

  • Full recording studio access (7 days)
  • Bunkhouse accommodation (sleeps 6)
  • Meals included
  • Outdoor stage time
  • Prairie walks & open creative space
Monthly
Full Production
$6,000 / month (4+ weeks: 15% off)

Total production immersion. Month-long access to all infrastructure — stage, studio, lodging, and mentorship from Dave (JUSTDAVEthe1).

Total creative immersion. A month on the farm — full studio access, monthly collaboration event, and mentorship from Dave (JUSTDAVEthe1). Rare. Transformative.

  • Unlimited studio access
  • Bunkhouse accommodation
  • All meals included
  • Monthly collaboration event
  • Mentorship & creative coaching
  • Video documentation of your stay

Peak season: May – September  •  4+ week stays: 15% loyalty discount applied at booking

What's included in every residency

Every package comes with the full Ground Up experience — not a cut-down version.

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Recording Studio

Professional-grade studio with state-of-the-art equipment and engineers on call throughout your stay.

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Accommodation

6-bed bunkhouse for groups or the Pavilion for solos. Sleep on the land that's inspiring the work.

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Meals

Fuel for creativity. Meals prepared on-site so you never have to leave the creative flow to find food.

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Stage Access

Outdoor performance stage with full PA and lighting. Practice, perform, or record live sets under the prairie sky.

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Equipment

Backline, mics, instruments, and production gear included. Come with ideas, not cargo.

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Prairie Inspiration

Expansive skies, open land, silence. The kind of creative environment that cities simply cannot replicate.

Who it's for

Not a quiet retreat — a full production base. Bring your crew, we handle the infrastructure.

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Touring Musicians

Turn a routing stop into a full production session. Studio, stage, lodging — one package.

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Documentary Filmmakers

Film location + accommodation + editing suite. Complete your documentary on the prairie.

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Music Producers

Change of scenery. Prairie air. World-class gear. The beats hit different out here.

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Theatre Collectives

Full stage for rehearsals, recording studio for sound design, lodging for the whole cast.

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Album Projects

Bands tracking a full album. Uninterrupted days, zero city distractions, total focus.

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Solo Creators

Songwriters, poets, and creators seeking a production retreat away from everything.

Creator Feedback

"Testimonials from our first production residents coming soon. Be one of the first to experience a Saskatchewan production residency — and leave your mark on this place."

Book Production Residency Ask a Question Applications reviewed within 48 hours. Peak season fills fast — book early.

From the community

Artists, teams, and guests who've experienced the prairie.

"The energy on that farm is different. You walk in stressed from the city and within an hour you're creating something you didn't know was in you."
Local Artist
Recording Session
"We brought our whole team for a retreat. The woodworking shop alone changed how we think about collaboration. Coming back next quarter."
Corporate Team Lead
Team Retreat
"There's nowhere else like this within hours of Saskatoon. The stage, the studio, the sauna at sunset. Dave built something special."
Event Producer
Summer Concert Series

Everything starts here.
Built from the ground up.

Dave Wiebe, known as JUSTDAVEthe1, was born in Bangladesh and raised on the Saskatchewan prairie. A hip-hop artist, music producer, and community builder with 5+ years of live performance across Western Canada.

Ground Up Studios is built on an inherited family farm. The name isn't a metaphor. This is a creative powerhouse rooted in the land, serving artists, corporations, wellness seekers, educators, filmmakers, and anyone who wants something real.

Not a generic agency. Not a corporate venue. A creative hub with soul, minutes from the city, built for people who want to make something that matters.

"Judge no one. Unify Yourself. Speak Honestly. Try Always. Do Good. Ask Anything. Value Life. Embark Bravely."
Dave Wiebe / JUSTDAVEthe1

Portfolio

Selected work from music production, events, and video projects.

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The Land Behind the Studio

Wiebe Works

Where art meets the land it's made on. Wiebe Works is a creative studio led by Valerie Wiebe — four degrees in art and design, based in Saskatoon. Custom art commissions. Hands-on creative workshops. Farm-to-table chef's dinners. Events across Saskatoon, the surrounding area, and the historic family homestead near Langham. Home of the annual Art in The Garden Festival. She doesn't just make art — she builds the space where other artists find their voice. Wiebe Works owns the land where Ground Up Studios produces. Everything starts here.

Visit WiebeWorks
Langham, SK
7 years — Art in the Garden Festival
Custom art commissions & fine art workshops
Farm-to-table chef dinners on the homestead
Historic family land — the home of GUS

"Where the land becomes the work." Ground Up Studios and Wiebe Works share roots in the same prairie soil — two creative visions, one homestead.

Voices from the farm

Artists, teams, and creators who've experienced Ground Up Studios.

🎸 7 Years Art in the Garden Festival
📍 25 min from Saskatoon
🎤 Live Stage • Recording Studio • Overnight Stays

"Best studio session I've had in years. The space has an energy you can't replicate in a city. Dave really knows how to bring out the best in your sound."

MR
Mike R. Touring Musician

"Our corporate retreat at GUS was exactly what our team needed. The woodshop, the stage, the quiet — everyone left feeling recharged and inspired."

SK
Sarah K. Corporate Team Lead

"We shot an entire music video at GUS in one day. The backdrops, the acoustics, the creative vibe — couldn't have asked for a better location."

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Jenna L. Film Producer

These are placeholder testimonials — contact us to share your experience!

Everything you need to know
before you arrive

Where exactly is Ground Up Studios?
GUS is located on a family farm approximately 25 minutes northwest of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The exact address is shared after booking confirmation to respect the privacy of the property. Check the Getting Here section below for driving directions.
What's included in a booking?
It depends on the package. Studio sessions include full access to the professional recording setup. Events and retreats include use of the stage, pavilion, and outdoor spaces. See the Pricing section for a full breakdown, or reach out to discuss a custom package.
Can I stay overnight?
Yes. GUS has three overnight options: the bunkhouse sleeps up to 6, the pavilion sleeps 2, and there's a private sauna available for guests. Overnight stays can be added to any booking. See pricing for rates.
Is food available on-site?
On-site meal options are available for retreats and events. Catering arrangements are coordinated during the booking process. Contact us when booking to discuss your group's needs.
What equipment is in the recording studio?
GUS has a professional recording setup built for artists who take their craft seriously — production-grade equipment in a real creative environment. For a full equipment list or to discuss your session's technical needs, get in touch or request the portfolio.
How do I book?
Two ways: use the availability calendar to check open dates and submit an inquiry, or email us directly at ground-up-studios@polsia.app. We'll confirm details and send you the full booking package within 24–48 hours.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
The outdoor event spaces and main stage area are accessible at ground level. The farmyard terrain is mostly flat. Some areas of the property (bunkhouse, pavilion path) may be less accommodating depending on mobility needs. Contact us ahead of your visit and we'll make sure everything is arranged properly.
What's the cancellation policy?
We keep it flexible. Life happens. Contact us as early as possible if you need to reschedule or cancel, and we'll work something out. Full cancellation terms are included in your booking confirmation.

25 minutes northwest
of Saskatoon

NW of Saskatoon, SK

🚗 Driving from Saskatoon

  1. Head west on Highway 16 (Yellowhead) from downtown Saskatoon
  2. Continue northwest on Highway 7
  3. Follow the gravel road signs per your booking confirmation

Approx. 25 min from downtown. Exact address sent after booking confirmation.

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✈️ Nearest Airport

Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International (YXE) — approximately 35–40 min from the property. Car rental is recommended; rideshare options are available from the airport to Saskatoon, after which a local ride to GUS can be arranged.

🅿️ Parking

Free, on-site parking for all guests and attendees. The farmyard has ample space for vehicles including vans and trailers.

📍 Address

The full property address is shared in your booking confirmation. This protects the privacy of the farm and ensures we're ready for your arrival.

Questions? Email ground-up-studios@polsia.app

Let's make something

Phone 306-371-9561

Getting Here

Ground Up Studios sits on the Saskatchewan prairie, 25 minutes northwest of Saskatoon and 10 minutes south of Langham, just off Highway 16.

Close enough to be accessible. Far enough to feel like another world.

Quick Message

Got a question? Drop us a line. For bookings, use our booking form.