AMAZONICA

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

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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.

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