Gaia Consulting

Eric Mendel

Artist & Farmer

Biography

Eric abstract portrait

Eric Mendel is a multidisciplinary artist and regenerative farmer dedicated to creating spaces where art, agriculture, and community converge. His work ranges from sculptural installations and land art to teaching permaculture and regenerative design.

Committed to cultivating resilient communities, Eric collaborates with local farmers, artists, and educators to design regenerative villages that nurture both human and more-than-human life. His practice invites people to reimagine land stewardship through creativity and reciprocity.

Key Projects

Regenerative Village Initiative

A collaborative project designing and implementing regenerative village models in East Africa and beyond, integrating permaculture, art, and community governance.

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Art & Agriculture Residency

An artist-in-residence program on Eric’s farm that invites artists to engage with regenerative practices and create works in conversation with the landscape.

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Selected Writings

Media

Interview: Art & Agriculture

An in-depth conversation with Eric about blending artistic expression with regenerative farming.

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