La Nueva Fábrica offers residencies by invitation and application every year for artists, curators, and cultural practitioners from around the world. Our 2025-2026 residency cycle is currently OPEN and offers 5 residencies.
To download the following information as a PDF click HERE.
Deadline: November 24, 2024 at 6 p.m. (Guatemala time)
Only the first 150 applications will be considered.
Finalist interviews via Zoom: December 19, 2024
Residents announced: January 15, 2024
Link to Residency Application Form (please continue reading for complete submission instructions)
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- A stipend of USD 2,000
- Housing
- Transportation to and from La Aurora International Airport, Guatemala City
- Curatorial and logistical support for research and production by LNF’s team
- Scheduled access to carpentry, metalsmithing, and weaving equipment
- The opportunity to engage publics through LNF’s programming
The duration of each residency is between four to eight weeks, to be determined upon selection in coordination with the LNF team. Residencies will take place between September 2025 and June 2026.
Residencies are granted to one artist at a time, except artist duos, who are welcome to submit a single application. Artists with children are welcome to apply.
Residents are encouraged to engage with all activities programmed at LNF including openings, community events, etc.
Airfare to and from Guatemala is not included and is the responsibility of the resident.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants 18 years and older of any nationality (including Guatemala) are eligible to apply.
An art degree and/or formal training are not required to apply.
To qualify, individuals must demonstrate commitment to their process and an interest in connecting with our community.
While not required, basic knowledge of Spanish is beneficial. While the staff at LNF will help residents navigate their stay in Guatemala, artists are expected to be self-motivated and independent.
LNF welcomes individuals of all backgrounds to apply for admission and does not discriminate against anyone based on age, gender, religion, nationality, marital status, ancestry, color, race, diverse abilities, or sexual orientation.
APPLICATION GUIDELINES
All applicants must submit:
- Full application form, which can be downloaded here
- Portfolio with CV in PDF format. The file must be 10 MB maximum.
Applications must be emailed with the subject “Residency Application 2025-2026” to residencia@lanuevafabrica.org
The deadline for application is Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 6 p.m. (Guatemala time).
Only the first 150 applications will be considered.
LNF accepts applications in English and Spanish.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only digital materials will be accepted.
INFORMATION SESSIONS
LNF will host two informational sessions about the residency via Zoom:
Spanish: Tuesday, October 29 at 12 p.m. (Guatemala time).
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81841375543?pwd=BU1Vpljn7M4DzUcTtWARbtnRbaOw1c.1
Meeting ID: 818 4137 5543
Passcode: 265305
English: Wednesday, October 30 at 12 p.m. (Guatemala time).
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85124593370?pwd=LoCbV1wZqHU8cO7bmLKlcZkxLZmEsX.1
Meeting ID: 851 2459 3370
Passcode: 895140
SELECTION PROCEDURE
LNF invites a panel of three independent jurors to select residents. For the 2025-2026 cycle, the panel will comprise Beatriz Lemos, Daniela Lieja Quintanar, and Atabey fka Carlos Maria Romero.
The LNF team will interview finalists via Zoom on Thursday, December 19, 2024.
Selected residents will be announced on January 15, 2025.
Website link: https://lanuevafabrica.org/2025-2026-residency-cycle-open-call/
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