Multidisciplinary Residencies in Brazil

A L T O Art Residency is a self-directed artist residency located in the mountains of Alto Paraíso de Goiás, Brazil, within 45 hectares of lush jungle bordering the Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park. The residency welcomes approximately ten artists per year for periods of 1 week to 3 months, emphasizing artistic production in dialogue with nature, sustainability, and eco-spiritual practices.

Associação Cultural Videobrasil

São Paulo, Brazil

The Videobrasil Residency Program, run by Associação Cultural Videobrasil in São Paulo, Brazil, supports artists and researchers primarily from the Global South through scholarships, commissions, and exchanges tied to its festivals and international partnerships. It fosters connections between artists, organizations, and communities across five continents, enabling participants to enrich their practices by engaging with new contexts and interlocutors. Established with pioneering efforts since 1989, the program helps map new artistic cartographies via a network of national and international partners.

Curatoría Forense is an itinerant contemporary art residency program founded in that operates across multiple Latin American countries, with Uberbau_house in São Paulo serving as its primary base since . The program focuses on research, documentation, and reflection on contemporary art as a political tool, emphasizing collaborative work, public interventions, and exchange between participants and local cultural agents throughout Latin America.

FAAP

São Paulo (Sao Paulo), Brazil

The FAAP Artist Residency, located in the historic Lutetia building in São Paulo, Brazil, offers a vibrant environment for national and international visual artists to develop their projects. Established in 2006, the program provides private studios, interaction with the local art community, and public engagement through Open Studio sessions. Residencies last from two to five months. The application process is annual, with a $75 fee, requiring a project proposal, portfolio, and letters of recommendation. Participants have access to FAAP’s technical laboratories, including those for clay, metal, wood, 3D printing, and more.

Kaaysá Art Residency (Kaaysa)

Boiçucanga, Brazil

Kaaysá Art Residency is an artist-run organization located in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest, designed for artists, writers, and creators seeking to engage deeply with nature, local communities, and interdisciplinary practices. Founded and managed by women, the residency emphasizes decolonizing perspectives, reclaiming the wild body, and fostering non-hierarchical relationships. Kaaysá offers various programs, including themed residencies, open calls, and group initiatives, allowing for diverse creative formats and durations. The residency provides ample facilities, including private and shared studios, workshops, and recreational amenities, supporting up to 30 artists at a time. Participants can immerse themselves in the vibrant local culture, biodiversity, and collaborative environment. Kaaysá aims to integrate the local coastal region into the broader cultural circuit, leveraging its proximity to São Paulo for access to urban resources while promoting creative and ecological sustainability.

Manifesta Art and Culture

Manaus, Brazil

LABVERDE is a transdisciplinary art and ecology platform based in the Brazilian Amazon that promotes artistic creation through intensive 10-day residencies combining seminars, workshops, forest tours, and boat trips. The program, developed in association with Manifesta Art and Culture and the National Institute for Amazonian Research, aims to foster innovative artistic language while exploring environmental issues and the Amazon's biodiversity.

Mirante Xique-Xique (MXX)

Igatu, Brazil

Mirante Xique-Xique (MXX) is a non-profit artist-led residency located in the mountains of the Chapada Diamantina, Bahia, Brazil. The residency welcomes researchers and practitioners across various fields such as arts, architecture, cuisine, and environmental studies, including those involved in community practices, agroecology, permaculture, and bioconstruction. The aim is to provide an immersive environment conducive to research and creative projects, while promoting the authenticity and sustainability of the Chapada Diamantina region. MXX supports the maintenance of a community library, cultural activities, and environmental education for the Igatu community, emphasizing the safeguarding of both architectural and intangible heritage. MXX offers a unique opportunity for researchers and artists to engage deeply with the environment and community of the Chapada Diamantina, fostering meaningful connections and promoting sustainable practices.

Pivô Research (Pivo)

São Paulo, Brazil

Pivô, established in 2012 within the iconic Copan building designed by Oscar Niemeyer in São Paulo, serves as a vibrant non-profit art space dedicated to fostering exchange, critical discourse, and artistic experimentation. Its programming spans temporary exhibitions, new commissions, residencies, publications, and educational initiatives, aiming to cultivate a critical understanding of both local and global concerns in art and society. With a mission rooted in creating networks between cultural practitioners from various backgrounds and acting as a nexus for São Paulo's burgeoning art scene, Pivô thrives on support from a network of corporate, private sponsors, and grants. Pivô Research, the residency arm since 2013, emphasizes artistic research, studio practice, and mentoring, supporting over 300 artists, both Brazilian and international. This free program, through an annual open call, invites artists, curators, and other creatives for 3 to 5-month residencies, fostering an environment ripe for experimentation and dialogue. The program concludes with Open Field, an open studios event, complemented by digital showcases across Pivô’s channels.

Prainha Residência Artística is an artist residency program located in Itanhaém, Brazil, right on Praia dos Pescadores beach, offering a comfortable space for artists to produce work, socialize, exchange cultures, and relax in an artistic atmosphere. Programs typically last one month, with residents sharing a large house including private bedrooms, communal living areas, kitchen, terrace, garden, and a studio primarily oriented toward painting and drawing. Curated by Ricardo Ramalho, it encourages art production, local interactions, São Paulo visits, and feedback sessions.

RSJ (Residência São João)

São José do Vale do Rio Preto, Brazil

Residência São João (RSJ) is a dynamic art residency program located on a historic farm in São José do Vale do Rio Preto, Brazil, dedicated to fostering creative processes, artistic collaborations, and interactions with the natural environment. Established in 2012, RSJ offers a variety of residency spaces, including Casa Figueira, a beautifully renovated former stable that provides individual bedrooms, studio spaces, and communal areas for residents. Casa Figueira, as part of RSJ, encourages self-directed work and communal living, promoting critical discussions, workshops, and collaborative projects among artists, researchers, and creatives. The farm’s serene setting, combined with access to facilities like a library, swimming pool, and musical instruments, enriches the residency experience. RSJ places a strong emphasis on ecological awareness, integrating agroecological practices and nature preservation into its programs. The residency is open to individuals and collectives from diverse disciplines, with stays ranging from one to three months. Residents are selected based on the quality of their proposals, aiming to create a vibrant and inclusive community. Through its ongoing projects and partnerships, RSJ continues to make a significant impact on both local and international cultural landscapes.