Artist Residency
Mesa Refuge
Space, time & creative practice3 open opportunities listed
About the residency
Mesa Refuge is a residency program founded in 2005 by the Mesa Refuge Foundation, located in Point Reyes Station, California. Its founding ethos centers on providing a quiet, contemplative space for writers, journalists, and creative thinkers whose work addresses critical social, environmental, and economic issues. The residency supports individuals working on projects that explore the intersection of nature, culture, and justice, with a particular emphasis on nonfiction and narrative journalism. Over the years, it has hosted hundreds of residents, fostering a community of engaged storytellers committed to illuminating pressing contemporary challenges.
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Residency opportunities
6 listedPlanning your application
Applicants should submit a well-defined project proposal that aligns with Mesa Refuge's mission of addressing social and environmental issues. The selection process is competitive, and they prioritize clarity of purpose, potential impact, and the applicant's ability to articulate a compelling narrative. It is advisable to demonstrate how the residency would advance the project and to provide a realistic work plan. While the residency is open to writers of all backgrounds, they seek voices that are underrepresented in mainstream media. Applications are typically accepted through Submittable, and deadlines are announced annually.