Artist-in-Residence at Jalama Canyon Ranch

Create at the intersection of art, ecology, and regenerative agriculture on California’s Central Coast.

Artwork created by Holli Harmon during her 2023 residency.

White Buffalo Land Trust established the Artist-in-Residence Program to evolve the consciousness, definition, and representation of living systems. We believe art and artists play a vital role in shifting cultural narratives and public understanding of what’s possible—and that reimagining agri(culture) begins with creative vision. This residency offers time on the land to explore, interpret, and share stories of regeneration that inspire change.

Program Overview

Based at our 1,000-acre Center for Regenerative Agriculture at Jalama Canyon Ranch, the program invites artists to engage with the landscape as muse, collaborator, and teacher.

Residents will have access to five distinct ecological sites—each offering a unique window into our role as stewards of living systems.

  • Oak Woodlands

  • Grassland Pastures

  • Sage Scrub

  • Riparian Areas (Waterways)

  • Vineyard & Orchards

Selected artists will be invited to:

  • Create new work inspired by the living systems on the land.

  • Engage the public through at least one collaborative event and one educational activity (such as a workshop, exhibition, concert, or school visit).

  • Stay onsite in cozy, rustic accommodations with a food & materials stipend and travel reimbursement.

  • Collaborate with the WBLT team of land stewards, educators, scientists, and practitioners to deepen your understanding of regenerative agriculture through direct engagement across our programs.

Interested in applying to our Artist-in-Residence program?

Sign up for updates on the program officially launching in July of 2025.

2025 Artist-in-Residence Program

Application Deadline:
August 15, 2025

Residency Period:
October–December 2025

Residency Length:
4 weeks minimum, with flexible options up to 6 months

Eligible Disciplines:
Open to artists across all mediums—illustration, painting, architecture, sculpture, fiber arts, ceramics, photography, music, dance, creative writing, poetry, and beyond.

Support Provided:

  • Cozy onsite cabin and outdoor kitchen

  • Weekly food and materials stipend

  • Travel reimbursement

  • Access to working landscapes and creative spaces

Public Engagement Expectation:
Each artist will collaborate with WBLT to co-create at least one community engagement offering and one educational activity during their stay.

Completed Works:
Artists retain full ownership and copyright of their work. WBLT will request limited rights to share and display documentation for educational and promotional purposes.

Past Residents

Holli Harmon - 2023 Resident

Holli Harmon’s work revolves around human experiences that are connecting points between different cultures and generations set in iconic California imagery. Her paintings and printmaking re-imagine the story of these places, people, and culture.

With Gratitude

We are grateful to the Robert and Mercedes Eichholz Foundation for their generous seed funding, and to the artists, donors, and community members who support this evolving work.

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