Urban Ranch Artist Residency
Organization
Austin, TX, United States
A two-week residency for artists & musicians to practice their craft without distractions in a safe, natural environment on an urban ranch in Austin, TX. Please note that this is an alcohol & drug-free residence.
Contact
thevisionwell@gmail.com
7306 Cooper Ln
Austin, TX 78745
United States
Residency Program Information
Year Founded
2026
Context
Urban
Suburban
Rural
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Residency Program Summary
Residency Length
14 days - 21 days
Languages
English
Spanish
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
5
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
May apply as a team
Discipline
Acting
Animation
Architecture
Ceramics/Clay Arts/Pottery
Costume/Fashion Design
Digital Fabrication
Digital Media
Drawing
Fiction
Film
Graphic Design
Illustration
Installation Arts
Journalism
Literary Nonfiction
Literature
Multimedia Arts
Music
Nonfiction
Performance Art
Photography
Playwriting
Poetry
Printmaking
Public Art
Screenwriting
Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving
Theater
TV + Radio
Visual Arts
Writing
Companions
N/A
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Family Friendly
Residents granted leave during residency
Spouses/partners allowed for full stay (non-collaborators)
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
N/A
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Immersion in new culture and/context
Unstructured time
Unrestricted funding
Art production support
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Inspiration from natural environment
Inspiration from cultural context
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Opportunities for work with the local community
Opportunities to exhibit or perform new work
Application Information
Artist Stipend
1000
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
500
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Fee Details
The residency is free with a $1500 artist stipend to be used at resident's discretion.
Some meals may be provided.
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
1000
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support Details
The Vision Well Scholarship will be awarded to one applicant per session who is a member of the BIPOC community, and can be used at the resident's discretion.
Application Fee
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
Accessibility
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Pre-orientation
Manual / handbook before arrival
Communication before arrival to discuss accommodations, medical conditions, or other health needs
Orientation upon arrival
Contact information and available accommodations for programs, events, and campus
Full description of accessibility on campus
Captions for videos
Links to resources, effective practices, grievance procedures, etc.
Written and or hard copies of text being presented
High contrast, clear way-finding and/or signage
Staff/volunteer reading information aloud
Staff/volunteer giving directions
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
N/A
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
N/A
Accessibility Contact Name
Lars Ranson
Accessibility Contact Email
thevisionwell@gmail.com
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
Housing & Accomodation
Type of Housing
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Shared bedroom
Accessible Housing
N/A
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
N/A
Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry in housing
WIFI available in housing
Housekeeping services
Air Conditioned Housing
Heat and Cool control managed by resident
Meals Provided
Some meals (at least 2 meals provided)
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Food stipend provided
Additional Meals Information
Vegan meal options can be requested
Vegetarian meal options can be requested
Gluten-free meal options can be requested
Kosher and halal options can be requested
Food allergies and restrictions can be accommodated
Snack and beverage provided
Studio & Facilities
Computer/Internet Access
Computer and internet connection provided in common area (shared)
Computer and internet connection provided in studio area (private)
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Ethernet provided in common area
Ethernet provided in living or studio area
Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Shared Studios
Piano
Printers + Scanner
Easels
Light Tables
Washer And Dryer
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
N/A
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
Air Conditioned
Heat and Cool control access