Ray of Sunshine
Camping & Glamping
Residency Programs
Howdy painters, photographers, masons, songwriters, carpenters, glass artists, videographers, gardeners, jewelers, potters, writers, musicians, and more.
Ray of Sunshine Camping & Glamping offers free artist and craftsperson residencies in a cozy, welcoming environment designed to nurture creativity. Whether you're harvesting materials from the land or gathering inspiration from the woods, your time here is meant to feed both your hands and your heart.
For Artists & Makers
Stay
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1-2 months free in our LuLu Cabin (1-2 humans would fit comfortably.)
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Airport pickup and drop off. Parking if you drive.
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Rides to town or grocery pick-up requests
Create
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Safe, beautiful space to explore, create, and be.
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Any materials sustainably harvested from the farm.
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Access to the shop tools and equipment. Makers should plan on bringing the bulk of their mediums.
Enjoy
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Space to display and sell your art in the cabins
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Time to use a full kitchen.
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A hassle-free application process.
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Letters of recommendation, blog posts, social media features, and portfolio experience.
Trade for Residency
Minimal Time
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15-20 hours per week to work on farm tasks.
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Tasks depend on your ability level and skills. Work includes but is not limited to group trail maintenance, cottage siding, learning a trade, refinishing furniture, graphic design, building with us, helping with camp host work, or gardening.
Farm Inspiration
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You make art that is inspired by the farm.
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No shade to Thomas Kinkade, but we don't need direct inspiration. How do you use the culture, history, natural world, or human-made elements here to inform your work?
Respect
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You are a safe, responsible community member and steward of this land.
Meet Our Resident Artists
