AMAZONIA – multidisciplinary residence in the Amazon

Eligibility

Eligible countries: No country restriction

Open to artists and practitioners of all disciplines and career stages, cross-disciplinary backgrounds welcome

AMAZONIA – multidisciplinary residence in the Amazon Deadline: 05 Sep 2026 Country: Brazil AMAZÔNIA: AMAZON SESSION is a multidisciplinary artist immersive residency program taking place in the heart of the Amazon rainforest. Designed to gather creatives of all disciplines, the program fosters exploration, experimentation, connection and deep research. By engaging with the Amazon rainforest’s unique biodiversity, inhabitants, rhythms and forms, participants are encouraged to stimulate their artistic process and forge new and deeper creative connections on their fields. Set in Alter do Chão, the blue heart of the Tapajós, we see the forest not just as a backdrop, but as a mirror. Through ‘artistic foraging’ and deep immersion in the Amazon rainforest, we strive to reconnect with the territory and our inner selves. This residency provides a space where creatives can develop ideas, ground their practice in the soil of Alter do Chão, and engage meaningfully with the local community. THE PROGRAM The Amazon Edition offers a sanctuary for deep, site-responsive immersion, where creative practice and field research converge within the living pulse of the jungle. Moving beyond traditional structures, we invite participants to engage in an intimate dialogue with the land, guided by the wisdom of local collaborators and the raw intelligence of the ecosystem. Our goal is to cultivate a space for “situated learning,” where artists can deconstruct their usual routines and re-root their work in the specific ecological and cultural knowledge systems of the Tapajós. The program is built upon the freedom of inquiry rather than the pressure of production. We provide the stillness needed for residents to cultivate their own unique investigative paths, encouraging a slow and intentional absorption of the environment. By practicing ‘artistic foraging’ and experiential learning, participants are invited to let their creative essence emerge naturally from the quietude of the forest. While the practice remains self-directed and unscheduled, two curators/guides will be on-site to organize various practices and activities, which artists may choose to join at their own discretion. ELIGIBILITY: We invite artists and practitioners from all disciplines to apply. We welcome a diverse global community of thinkers and makers, including—but not limited to—visual artists, photographers, filmmakers, curators, writers, poets, musicians, sound artists, performers, botanists, scientists, activists, and researchers. We seek individuals who wish to deep dive into their creative process, using the unique context of the rainforest to expand their practice and explore new investigative paths. Our program is designed for professionals at every stage of their journey, from emerging voices to established practitioners. While our heart is in arts and culture, we believe that the most vital breakthroughs happen through cross-disciplinary exchange; therefore, we actively encourage applications from those with non-traditional backgrounds who wish to bridge their knowledge with the forest. The Amazon is a rhythmic and exhaling landscape that challenges us to consider the boundary between human life and the intricate, more-than-human systems of the jungle. Duration of residency SESSION DATES AUGUST 2027 AUGUST 17 TO AUGUST 31 2 WEEKS Accommodation We feature facilities that place residents in direct contact with the diversity of the Amazon Rainforest. More than just a house, it is a living laboratory where the architecture breathes with the forest. Is a refuge specifically designed for creation, woven into the intimate fabric of Alter do Chão.Accommodations are shared connected with natural surroundings, designed to breathe with the jungle and foster communal living, deeply connected to the local rhythms of Alter do Chão and the surrounding forest, offering a space that balances personal reflection with collective exchange. From your bed, the forest becomes a living wallpaper. Morning light filters through the foliage, and the nocturnal chorus of the Tapajós provides the soundtrack for your rest. and simple furnishings to support everyday living and working during their time in residency.Private rooms may be available upon request, depending on availability.Participants also have access to a shared kitchen, fridge, freezer, outdoor dining area, for self-catering throughout the residency. We provide basic cooking equipment (pots, pans, utensils), Disciplines, work equipment and assistance We invite artists and practitioners from all disciplines to apply.Studio / Workspace Our program encourages you to step beyond the walls of a conventional studio and challenge yourself to learn directly from the living land. In the Amazon, the territory becomes your primary workshop, and the elements—water, mud, light, and humidity—become your collaborators. Whether you are navigating an Igarapé in a canoe or finding stillness under the canopy of the primary forest, we invite you to develop open-air practices where your process is dictated by the rhythm of the tides, the shifting tropical light, and the profound silence of the trees.Fees and support This residency operates through a participation fee. We are  an independent, artist-led, non-profit platform and we do not receive regular institutional funding. Contributions cover the real costs of this programme working in a remote environment and sustain our collaborations, accommodation, shared resources and on-the-ground coordination. Full value of the residency: 2590 USD (2 WEEKS) Commitment & Financial CoordinationTo maintain the integrity of our small-group dynamics, we observe the following phases:Initial Confirmation: A 50% deposit is required within 10 days after receiving your successful application letterFinal Balance: The remaining 50% must be fulfilled 60 days prior to your arrival in Alter do Chão.Grants & External Funding: We recognize that many practitioners rely on institutional support. We are fully prepared to synchronize our administrative deadlines with your funding cycles. Because our capacity is strictly limited to 10 participants, it is vital that you outline your funding roadmap (including agency names and expected decision dates) in your initial application. This transparency allows us to reserve your place while your grant is being processed.If you can not meet these deadlines and need more time or installments, contact us.WHAT IS INCLUDED: PROGRAM PARTICIPATION Our program integrates independent practice with field trips to cultural and ecological sites. There will be two curators on site and you will be able to share insights with peers and locals in a setting designed to deepen your creative inquiry. All activities, included or not, are optional, to respect the flow of each participant. Every session is unique, evolving alongside the seasons and the specific synergy of each group. FIELD TRIP Through organized group trips to key local sites, participants gain a firsthand perspective on the region’s heritage and ecology. We emphasize time for quiet reflection and landscape immersion, ensuring these visits directly support your personal inquiry and creative process. There will be one guided boat tour and small immersion, activities and talks daily. There will be other tours we can organize not included in the final price. All are optional. ACCOMODATION Accommodation in facilities with direct contact with the diversity of the Amazon Rainforest. More than just a house, it is a living laboratory where the architecture breathes with the forest. Is a refuge specifically designed for creation, woven into the intimate fabric of Alter do Chão. Accommodation are shared (2/3 artists). Private can be available upon request. WORK GUIDANCE Two curators will be on site to offer guidance, support and feedback within the context of the residency, as each participant work on their project. SHARING EXPERIENCE, WORK & PROJECT PROGRESS Organic and organized optional talk and sharing will be held to offer participants the opportunity to share works-in-progress and engage in informal group conversations, creating space for mutual reflection and exchange within the group. WELCOME AND FAREWELL DINNER A welcome dinner and a farewell dinner will be prepared and shared with the group and curators on site. The rest of the meals are not included, but there will be a kitchen available for participants to prepare their food as well as the many restaurants and cafes in town. TRANSFER FROM SANTAREM Transportation from Santarem airport to the venue will be available on the starting day of the residence, at one time, arranged to match all the incoming participants. This is one transfer, at one time, for all participants, from the airport of Santarem. Other airports, cities, location, dates or times different than the official an organized one will not be covered. ELECTRICITY AND WIFI PRE RESIDENCE SUPPORT AND PLANNING Both by e mail, WhatsApp and a formal call before arrival.NOT INCLUDED:Please note the residency fee does not cover international travel costs, visa fees, or individual materials, production, or shipping expenses. Any additional activities, excursions, guides, or translators outside the pre-programmed schedule are not included and should be compensated. Participants are also responsible for theiR own snacks, alcoholic beverages, and any other personal expenses beyond the basic provisions mentioned. Expectations towards the artist Our residency is a living organism, balancing solitary reflection with collective exploration. The journey integrates self-directed time with curated expeditions into primary forests and riverside communities—encounters designed to share ancestral perspectives and ground each artistic inquiry in the reality of the territory. To honor this pause and the individual creative process, all organized activities—including those covered by the program—are entirely optional. We deeply respect the unique rhythm and needs of each resident, allowing them the freedom to choose their level of engagement or remain in their own solitary flow. Application information APPLICATION PROCESS & DEADLINES Application form is available upon request to [email protected]. We operate a rolling application process throughout the year with various deadlines. You will receive a decision on your application within 7 days of submission. If you haven’t heard from us within this timeframe, please check your spam folder or contact us via email to ensure your application was successfully received.

How to apply

Application form available upon request by email; rolling process with various deadlines, decision within 7 days.