Chalk Hill Artist Residency is a unique opportunity for artists across mediums to work and stay at the beautiful Warnecke Ranch and Vineyard. The program is located in Sonoma County, an hour and a half north of San Francisco. Talented artists from a diverse range of abilities and geographical locations are able to find the space and time needed to pursue creative work. Chalk Hill Artist Residency offers the use of the artist house, studio space, and access to the ranch property. The property’s redwood-covered hills, hiking trails, vineyards, and private access to the Russian River are sources of inspiration for residents.

*NEW!* Spartanette Singer, Songwriter Program

Chalk Hill Artist Residency is pleased to announce the official launch of its new singer, songwriter program. As part of the Chalk Hill Artist Residency Program, this opportunity offers a unique experience for artists working in sound, composition, voice, and music of all genres. The program is located at Warnecke Ranch in a vintage 1953 Royal Spartanette airstream. Please use the Chalk Hill Artist Residency application to apply.

Application Overview

Applications may be submitted via email or through the online application form.

Collaborative team applications are limited to 3 people. Each artist should submit their own application and indicate on the application that they are working as part of a collaboration and with whom they are collaborating with.

Applications are due August 31st, 2019.

Eligibility

Applications are open to artists of all mediums including, but not limited to, fine arts, multi-media, design, singing/songwriting, poetry, etc.

The program is interested in established, emerging, and outsider artists.

We encourage applications from both individuals and collaborative teams.

An ideal applicant is motivated, comfortable in a remote, rural setting, and able to accomplish their proposed project.

Residence Overview

Residency periods are between 2 and 8 weeks depending on the artist’s availability.

The residency offers the use of the artist house, studio space, and access to the ranch property.

Residents have the opportunity to exhibit and sell their work at our seasonal Open Studio events.

Artists may reapply for residency every 2 years.

Accommodations

The Residency’s 1925 rustic farmhouse has three bedrooms, one shared bathroom, a kitchen, and a shared living space.

Artists are financially responsible for their food. Grocery stores are located in Windsor and Healdsburg, both a 15-minute drive from the Residency.

Studio spaces are in a repurposed, rustic barn near the artist house.

The residence does not have internet access. Internet is available at our office a short walk away.

Residents must supply their own art materials.

Transportation to and from the Ranch is the responsibility of the artist.

Sonoma County weather is beautiful year-round, but winter can be cold and rainy.

Chalk Hill Residency supports artists living with disabilities and mental health challenges.
Please inquire for special living needs, for example, attending the residency with a care provider.

Program Fees and Sponsorships

Application Fee: $25 per application

Program Fees: The residency fee, including room, studio, and residency programming, is $400/week ($57/day).

Sponsorships: We will award three residency sponsorships of up to 4 weeks based on merit and need. This assistance provides full coverage of the residency fee.

Sponsored artists are responsible for their own transportation, food, and materials.