Production and research residency program in the Peruvian Amazon
The residency program Amazonica welcomes multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary visual artists, curators and other disciplines, national and international, for a period of four weeks to experience the socio-cultural context of the Peruvian Amazon. It is an alternative space for the development of contemporary art or research projects, personal or collective, that seek to connect with traditional artistic practices, contemporary life in Amazonian cities, environmental conflicts, among other aspects of the Amazonian context.
The program aims to create a horizontal environment where knowledge is developed and shared through cultural exchange between residents, coordinators and the local scene in the city of Iquitos, as well as nearby indigenous and rural communities. The residency has a work plan that involves a series of meetings with non-profit organizations, community leaders, local contemporary and traditional artists, researchers and environmental initiatives.
GUIDELINES
RESEARCH AREAS
- Peruvian Amazon
- Urban culture of the city of Iquitos
- Indigenous cultures and rural communities
- Equity and liberation
ACTIVITIES
- Intro to the social, historical and cultural context of the community.
- Presentation of residents' portfolios.
- Weekly meetings and debate.
- Traditional technique workshop.
- Group visits to cultural spaces with local managers in Iquitos (Peru).
- Public presentation of research advances.
- Online publication of research results.
PARTICIPANT PROFILE
Visual and plastic artists, performing arts, musical arts, photographers, curators, researchers, and related.
N ° OF PARTICIPANTS
up to 10 participants
RESIDENCE PERIOD
May and September 2025
OPEN CALL & DEADLINE
The Open Call begins every September.
We will reach out to the finalist artists on a rolling basis as we receive applications. Since capacity is limited, the open call will close once all spots have been filled.
Artists selected for the May residency will be announced in January 2025, and those selected for the September residency will be notified in June 2025.
WHERE WE ARE LOCATED
The main studio & housing is located in the city center of Iquitos near to different traditional villages. Iquitos is the largest metropolis in the Peruvian Amazon and the largest city in the world that cannot be reached by road that isn't on an island. It is accessible only by river and air, via Airport Coronel FAP Francisco Secada Vignetta (IQT).
ACCOMMODATION
Space 1: Residencia Central
The Residencia Central is located in the town of Iquitos and is the living and studio space. The central residence has a living-dining room, kitchen, shared multi-purpose spaces (studios), two shared bedrooms with bathrooms, two private bedrooms with private bathrooms, a terrace, and a BBQ area. For the convenience of residents, the residence is centrally located and accessible to most supermarkets, banks, hospitals, and others. In addition, it has electricity, water, and WiFi services.
Space 2: cabins
The cabins are located at the entrance to the virgin jungle 8 km away from the Residencia Central and the city of Iquitos, have shared bathrooms and showers, electricity by zones and times, a kitchen and grill area, and a large Amazonian natural space to produce intervention, installation, sculpture, performance, among others projects. The cabins in the forest are available for residents to stay overnight.
The Residencia Central is located in the town of Iquitos and is the living and studio space. The central residence has a living-dining room, kitchen, shared multi-purpose spaces (studios), two shared bedrooms with bathrooms, two private bedrooms with private bathrooms, a terrace, and a BBQ area. For the convenience of residents, the residence is centrally located and accessible to most supermarkets, banks, hospitals, and others. In addition, it has electricity, water, and WiFi services.
Space 2: cabins
The cabins are located at the entrance to the virgin jungle 8 km away from the Residencia Central and the city of Iquitos, have shared bathrooms and showers, electricity by zones and times, a kitchen and grill area, and a large Amazonian natural space to produce intervention, installation, sculpture, performance, among others projects. The cabins in the forest are available for residents to stay overnight.
FEE PER PARTICIPANT
- 700-900 USD / 4 weeks (in 2 payments before residency starts)
- Payment method: Western Union, Venmo, Bank Wire Transfer (Extra fees may apply)
IT INCLUDES
- Transportation airport - residence - airport
- Traditional Amazonian welcome dinner
- Accommodation in shared rooms during the residency program (Breakfast included)
- Option to stay in cabins and camp in the virgin jungle
- Visits and experiences in native and indigenous communities
- Weekly workshops or conferences on Amazonian art and culture with local artists
- Meetings, weekly talks and curatorial advice
- Publication and online catalog
- If artists require it, the organization can provide letters of support for grants, scholarships or sponsorships, as well as welcome or invitation letters for visas
- Participation certificates will be issued at the end of the residency
DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Air tickets (national or international)
- Lunch, dinners, or refreshments
- Art supplies
- Personal expenses
- Touristic tickets or activities
- Health insurance
CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION
- Participants must respect local living conditions and peers' cultural background
- Residents must cover their air tickets, lunch and dinner, art supplies, and other personal expenses
- Resident artists are prohibited from carrying contraband, explosives, and other hazardous items, and must comply with the regulations governing the use of sites and facilities. Individuals are expected to be responsible for themselves
- The residence's main language is Spanish to ensure communication between coordinators, the community, and local actors. The English translation will be available during program activities scheduled by the organization
- The participants would be asked to facilitate pictures or audiovisuals of products made during the residency to be included in our platforms. Artists' names will be displayed on the residency’s website, publications, and others
RESIDENTS
TESTIMONIALS
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