PATAGONIA ARGENTINA
PATAGONIA ARGENTINA – 2027 multidisciplinary program
Deadline: 05 Aug 2026 Country: Argentina
PATAGONIA ARGENTINA is a special multidisciplinary residency session right by Moreno lake shores, in Bariloche, Argentina, designed for creators seeking to explore, experiment, and deepen their creative processes within the breathtaking Patagonian autumn.
We will gather in a dedicated, cozy lakeside refuge nestled within a spectacular 2.5-acre park surrounded by native trees, this tranquil property offers direct and private access to the pristine shores of Lago Moreno.
Lago Moreno, at the very core of Bariloche’s Circuito Chico, was strategically selected as the canvas for this session. Situated where the granite peaks of the Andes melt into millennial woods, this environment serves as a living laboratory for deep introspection and earthly connection. Perched on the shores of this pristine glacial body of water, the venue provides a scenic haven that beautifully balances the vastness of the Patagonian wilderness with the stillness required for profound individual inquiry.
Operating under the premise of freedom of inquiry and exploration of our creative mind and projects over the pressure of a final product, we offer a space for retreat and contemplation—tailored for personal exploration and introspection, yet profoundly rooted in the power of a group sharing experience alongside a community of artists from different disciplines.
Inspired by practices of deep immersion and connection in ecological paradises, PATAGONIA ARGENTINA invites residents to embrace stillness as a bridge for profound connection: with the identity of this new territory, with the unique rhythm of the creative process, with oneself, and with the community of creators sharing the space. The Patagonian autumn is the threshold of deep listening, observation and expansion. The forest of coihues and lengas changes its skin before our eyes, inviting us to slow down our pace, understand the cycles of our creative process and thinking, and inhabit a new intimacy with both the natural and human environment.
Duration of residency
April 15th to May 6th, 2027
3 weeks / 21 nights
2 weeks, please check with us.
Accommodation
Private accomodation ensuite for each artist in Lakeside refuge nestled within a spectacular 2.5-acre park surrounded by native trees, this tranquil property offers direct and private access to the pristine shores of Lago Moreno.
Privacy & Comfort: To allow full intimacy for rest and individual reflection, accommodation consists of simple and comfortable private rooms with private bathrooms for every artist. The space is designed to encourage deep focus and disconnect from the outside rush.
Shared Spaces: The heart of the venue is its large communal lounge, featuring panoramic windows overlooking the lake and the southern mountains. These heated common areas act as ideal spaces for indoor workshops, organic dialogue, and shared meals, creating a balanced natural environment where community living and collective inspiration blossom smoothly.
Facilities: Stable Wi-Fi, central heating adapted for the Patagonian autumn, full electricity, outdoor recreational grounds, and a large communal kitchen are fully provided.
Disciplines, work equipment and assistance
We welcome creators from all disciplines who wish to experience the nature of Patagonia—its golden autumn forests, pristine glacial lakes, and inspiring mountain peaks. This residency is open to visual artists, photographers, filmmakers, curators, writers, researchers, sound artists, and practitioners from any field looking to explore their artistic process, develop specific projects, test new ideas, or research themes inspired by this unique environment.Studio / Workspace
Indoors and outdoors. The heart of the venue, besides its endless gardens by the lake, is its large communal lounges, all featuring panoramic windows overlooking the lake and the southern mountains. These heated common areas act as ideal spaces for indoor workshops, organic dialogue, and shared meals, creating a balanced natural environment where community living and collective inspiration blossom smoothly.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: 2980 USD (3 weeks, private accommodation ensuite)
Commitment & Financial Coordination
To 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 letter.
Final Balance: The remaining 50% must be fulfilled 60 days prior to your arrival in Lago Moreno, Bariloche.
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.
Flexibility: If you cannot meet these deadlines and need more time or installments, please contact us.
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
PROGRAM PARTICIPATION: Our program integrates independent practice with field trips to cultural and ecological sites around the Circuito Chico. There will be one curator on site and you will be able to share insights with peers 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 TRIPS: 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 curated field walks, activities, and daily talks. There will be other excursions we can organize that are not included in the final price. All are optional.
ACCOMMODATION: Accommodation consists of comfortable private rooms with private bathrooms for every single artist, included in the standard price. More than just a house, our refuge is a living laboratory where the architecture opens up to the lake and the mountains. It is a space specifically designed for creation and deep focus, woven into the tranquil fabric of Lago Moreno.
WORK GUIDANCE: One curator will be on site to offer guidance, support, and feedback within the context of the residency, as each participant works on their project.
SHARING EXPERIENCE, WORK & PROJECT PROGRESS: Organic and organized optional talks and sharing sessions 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 the curator on site. The rest of the meals are not included, but there will be a large communal kitchen available for participants to prepare their food, as well as several local options nearby.
TRANSFER FROM BARILOCHE: Transportation from San Carlos de Bariloche Airport (BRC) to the venue will be available on the starting day of the residence, at one specific time arranged to match all incoming participants. This is one single transfer for the entire group. Other airports, locations, dates, or times different from the official organized one will not be covered.
FACILITIES: Stable Wi-Fi, central heating adapted for the Patagonian autumn, full electricity, dedicated workspaces, and full kitchen access are entirely provided.
PRE-RESIDENCY SUPPORT AND PLANNING: Personalized assistance both by email, WhatsApp, and a formal video call before your arrival.
NOT INCLUDED:
Please note the residency fee does not cover international or domestic 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. Participants are also responsible for their daily meals (outside the two official dinners), snacks, alcoholic beverages, and any other personal expenses beyond the basic provisions mentioned.
Expectations towards the artist
Operating under the premise of freedom of inquiry and exploration of our creative mind and projects over the pressure of a final product, we offer a space for retreat and contemplation—tailored for personal exploration and introspection, yet profoundly rooted in the power of a group sharing experience alongside a community of artists from different disciplines.
Application information
Application form is available upon request to info@casanailha.org. 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.
