The 2026 Pie Ranch Residency
Overview
Pie Ranch, a working farm and educational nonprofit, opens its 2026 residency to visual artists specializing in animation. This no-fee program provides time and space for creative development within an agricultural and ecological context. The residency is designed to foster dialogue between artistic practice and the rhythms of farm life, encouraging projects that respond to the site's unique environment. While specific benefits are not detailed, residencies of this nature typically offer studio space, accommodation, and access to the ranch's resources. Artists are expected to engage with the ranch's mission, which centers on sustainable agriculture and community education. The program supports the creation of new work and may include opportunities for public presentation or community interaction. The curatorial vision emphasizes process over product, inviting animators to explore themes of land, sustainability, and rural life. The residency is open to artists globally, reflecting Pie Ranch's commitment to diverse perspectives. It is an opportunity for focused work away from urban distractions, with the potential for meaningful cross-disciplinary exchange.