Land + Sky is an invitation to observe, reflect, discuss, and deepen our connection to place through art and music.
Artists from a variety of disciplines are invited to participate in an annual summer Artists Residency at Rancho Santa Clara Del Norte to learn about the property, immersing themselves in its history, ecology and agricultural practices and cross-pollinating with the other artists. The installations and performances created from this residency’s inspiration are then on view for one week of school tours, and one day of public access, in the fall.
Experience the art and musical offerings of 2025’s eight Land+Sky Artists In Residence, surrounded by the spectacular grounds, botanical gardens, and historic property that is Rancho Santa Clara Del Norte on Saturday, October 25, 2025 — Tickets
Rancho Santa Clara Del Norte is nearby the former site of the ancient Chumash settlement, Sa'aqtik'oy, now known as Saticoy, a Spanish Land Grant territory, and one of the oldest continuously farmed properties in Ventura County. It is also home to Thomas Lloyd-Butler's extensive botanical gardens and over 1000 endangered species of plants and animals.
Land + Sky is about creating dialogues; between art and science, commerce and ecology, ranchers and our community, cultures and eras. As we move through this period of ecological and economic change, a key to resilience is the kind of experiential learning that community-based arts organizations such as Studio Channel Islands Art Center is uniquely positioned to provide.
When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 — 10AM - 3PM: Exhibition + Garden Tours + Workshops | 3PM - 5:30PM: Art + Concert on the Lawn
Cost: $25-$85 — Tickets
Where: Rancho Santa Clara Del Norte — 7312 W Los Angeles Ave. Somis, CA 93066
Studio Channel Islands Art Center, the co-host of Land + Sky, is a 501c3 non profit arts organization dedicated to bringing together artists and community for extraordinary artistic encounters that enrich, educate, and entertain. Learn more about Studio Channel Islands (SCIart), which includes two art galleries, 40 artists studios, and an outdoor exhibition and event space, on our Programs page.