Urban Arts Residency / Febrero-Junio 2027

Urban Arts Residency / Febrero-Junio 2027 Deadline: 09 Sep 2026 Country: Mexico We are a Not for Profit Organization which has been created in November 2014 to support art projects and artists working on projects with social impact. We offer artists the opportunity to be part of our art residency in Downtown Guadalajara, Colonia Americana (Mexico). We can host up to 4 artists. We give priority to artists working on social topics, such as gentrification, immigration, equality, social justice, poverty, homeless people, gender rights…Nevertheless, this is not a binding criteria. If you have a solid project and you would like to come, please feel free to apply. At the end of their stay, artists usually have an exhibit/event in our space to show the result of their work. ABOUT THE CITY AND SPACE Guadalajara is the second biggest city in Mexico (8 millions people) a growing city with a touch of tradition. It has a great climate, mild-hot during the day – cool and fresh at night most of the year and it surrounded by beautiful nature to visit. The residency is surrounded by a vivid community, full of artists and craftsmen, close to galleries, historic buildings as much as bars and restaurants. All it is walking distance. We are a small and independent residency but we try to support the artists the best we can, mainly in logistics, and in the communication of their event. Lately, we are creating brotherhood with several local art organizations and organizing events in their spaces as well. CLIMATE: Guadalajara is 1,600 meters on the level of the sea, therefore its climate is generally dry and warm. Temperatures are averagely around 25º/30ªC during the day and at night 10-20ºC. Duration of residency One month minimum up to  to six months. We usually suggest, if possible, to come at least 2 months to have a full experience/inspiration. Accommodation The residency is in an old colonial house completely renewed in Downtown Guadalajara.The house can host up to 4 artists in residency (living and studio). We offer 3 spaces to work and live. SPACE A It has two rooms (one bedroom and one studio) and can be for a duo artists or it can host artists with particular needs that require to have studio and bedroom separated. Each of the other two spaces (SPACE B and C) is one solo space where the artist work and live at the same time.We also have a big central patio and the living/dining room in case artists need a bigger space to work. Each space is full of natural light. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance Street Art, Visual Art, Literature, Photography, Architecture, Sculpture, Curator, Filmmaker, Research, Textile work, Performance, Sound Installation, Performances, Multimedia installationsStudio / Workspace Space A:One bedroom (5×3 meters) with double bed + studio (4×4 meters) for one artist or duo. This space can host artists who need separate spaces (sleeping and working). Space B and C : One spacious bedroom/studio (5 x 6 meters) These two spaces are suitable for artists working in media that do not require a separation between studio and sleeping area. Each place is fully equipped with basic furniture to offer the artist the chance to be inspired and work freely.Fees and support Each of the three spaces (A and B and C) cost 550 EUR per month (or correspondent in MXN or USD) .We cover all general services (electricity, gas, internet, water) and we support the artist in logistics, in the communication of their final event and give tips about galleries and event to attend during the residency. If you are willing to stay  for 2 months  and you are willing to stay in any of the 3 studios, we are offering a 50 EUR discount on the total cost. If you are willing to stay  for 3 months  and you are willing to stay in any of the 3 studios, we are offering a 100 EUR discount on the total cost.   The artists have access to the kitchen which is fully equipped.NOTE: In case you are applying as a duo, we will give you studio A. Please specify it in your application. For duo artists, we will apply an extra fee of 150 EUR per month (or correspondent in MXN or USD). Expectations towards the artist We expect artists to work on their project and have a final event to show the result of their residency period. Application information Fill the application using this link https://forms.gle/ZNX6yGxp7VnN12rT8

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