Writing / Literature Residencies in Argentina

PAR

Buenos Aires, Argentina

PAR International Art Program is an open-call artist residency located in Buenos Aires, Argentina, welcoming artists from around the globe to engage deeply with the city’s vibrant contemporary art scene. The program is tailored for creatives working across visual arts, performance, literature, curating, and research, with a particular interest in experimental practices connected to performing arts. Residents stay in private rooms within shared housing, fostering cultural exchange with both local and international artists. The residency includes access to shared studio spaces, individual mentorship sessions, group critiques, cultural excursions, and culminates in a public open studio. Each residency spans from 4 to 12 weeks, with flexible scheduling between February and November. PAR emphasizes collaboration, immersion in Buenos Aires’ artistic ecosystem, and provides professional development through one-on-one tutoring and community engagement. While self-funded, residents can request invitation letters to support external grant applications. The program is ideal for artists seeking a research-focused and socially engaged experience in one of Latin America’s most dynamic art hubs.

Residencia Corazón (Corazon)

La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Residencia Corazón, located in La Plata, Argentina, offers a dynamic Artist-in-Residence (AIR) program for international artists, curators, and writers. The program provides a fully personalized experience for each participant, offering support in navigating the local arts scene, research, production, and post-production of works. Artists, writers, and curators from all disciplines are welcome, and residencies are available with or without exhibition opportunities. The residency offers accommodations in private rooms, access to studio spaces, and curated networking with local artists and institutions. While the residency does not offer financial support, it assists artists applying for grants in their home countries by providing necessary documents. Residencia Corazón offers a vibrant space for creative exploration and engagement in Argentina’s cultural scene.

Residencia Epecuén (Epecuen)

Carhué, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Residencia Epecuén is an international artist residency located in Carhué, Buenos Aires, Argentina, on the shores of Lake Epecuén. Designed for artists, curators, and researchers, the program focuses on site-specific and ephemeral art practices in relation to history, landscape, and memory. Over 14 days, participants engage in field research, guided workshops, and curatorial support to develop projects that interact with the ruins of Epecuén and the surrounding environment. The residency encourages artistic exploration across various disciplines, including performance, sound art, photography, video, sculpture, ceramics, writing, and experimental theater. Residents benefit from a structured program including historical site visits, guided discussions, portfolio reviews, and open studio exhibitions. The program fosters critical dialogue and exchange between artists and the local community, integrating contemporary art with cultural heritage. Accommodations are in a shared house, with access to studio space and a ceramics workshop. The residency is produced by Ambos Mundos Arte Actual, promoting artistic projects locally and internationally.