Art in the Woods is a 5-night immersive artist residency taking place September 7 - 12, 2025 at Hideout Mountain, a 40-acre retreat space located in Santa Ysabel, California. This open call invites a small group of selected visual artists to create permanent or semi-permanent works throughout the property, inspired by the surrounding nature and cultural landscape.
Artists will be given designated outdoor locations to develop site-specific works, ranging from painting, sculpture, and wood carving to installations or architectural interventions. At the heart of this residency is a mission to integrate creativity with the natural environment, leaving behind public-facing art for future guests to enjoy.
Submission deadline - Aug 1st
Winner Announcement - Aug 8th
Come to the mountains for a creative retreat like no other! The Art in the Woods residency takes place at Hideout Mountain, a secluded creative retreat nestled in the hills of Santa Ysabel, a region that has long been a place of connection to the earth, to spirit, and to community. Surrounded by 40 acres of oak groves, pine trees, and open skies, the property otters a peacetul and inspiring environment tor artists to focus, explore, and create.
You'll stay in one of our thoughtfully restored cabins, while you bring your vision to life. The land is dotted with sculptural trees, textured rock formations, rustic structures, and natural clearings: all potential canvases for your work. Whether you're painting, sculpting, carving, or building an installation, you'll find plenty of space and inspiration.
This residency is about leaving a mark, not just on canvas but on the land itself. Your piece will become a permanent part of Hideout Mountain, a lasting contribution to a living, growing collection of site-specific art.
For You Digital Artists - My Printer is available to turn your digital file(s) into prints that can be applied to almost any surface. IE: wall paper, building wrap / partial wrap or any other ideas you may have.. we can turn your ideas into reality and provide installation as well.
e-mail [email protected] with any questions.
We’re inviting five selected artists to stay with us for five days, surrounded by nature, inspiration, and community. Each artist will create a permanent art piece on-site — whether it’s a mural, sculpture, installation, or nature-based intervention.
We’ll provide:
• A cozy cabin to stay in
• All meals during your stay
• Materials to bring your project to life
• Group activities and creative mentorship
At the end of the residency, a selection committee will award a $500 prize to one outstanding work. This is your chance to leave your mark on the mountain and be part of something lasting!
