Organizer Information
Arteventura is a sustainable, off-the-grid artist residency located on a 25-hectare wooded estate in the Sierra de Aracena, Andalusia, Spain. Founded on a vision of environmental harmony, the residency provides professional artists with the silence and space necessary for deep research and development. The finca (estate) is powered by solar energy, uses well water, and encourages artists to minimize their ecological footprint while engaging with a wild, wooded landscape of cork and holm oaks.
Title & Description
Arteventura 2027: Sustainable Artist-in-Residence Open Call
This residency invites professional artists from all contemporary disciplines to step away from urban life and inhabit an environment where nature dictates the creative pace. With a focus on "living off the grid," Arteventura offers an opportunity to work in a 300m² communal studio or across the 25 hectares of hills and forests. The program is designed for those who seek to explore the intersection of their practice with sustainability, offering time for reflection without the distractions of high-speed connectivity. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis for both individual and collaborative stays.
Categories
Visual Arts, Sculpture, Installation, Research, Land Art, and Interdisciplinary Arts.
Eligibility
- Open to International and domestic professional artists.
- Applications accepted from individuals, duos, or groups (up to 12 people).
- Applicants must demonstrate an interest in sustainable living and be prepared for off-grid challenges (limited energy, hilly terrain, variable Wi-Fi).
- Artists are expected to bring their own materials, though basic studio supplies and technical assistance are available.
Program Benefits and Awards
- Workspace: Access to a 300m² communal studio (indoor/outdoor) and the entire 25-hectare estate for open-air work.
- Accommodation: Choice of individual 40m² apartments, shared two-bedroom apartments, or summer guest rooms in the main house.
- Technical Assistance: A studio assistant is available for special requests and installations.
- Networking: Direct contact with local craftsmen working with metal, wood, and cork.
- Grants Support: Arteventura provides invitation letters and documentation to help selected artists secure external funding.
Fees
- Application Fee: €20 (waived if applying for the waiting list only).
- Residency Fees (4-week stay):
- Individual: €1,440 + 10% tax.
- Duo/Shared: €1,260 + 10% tax per artist.
- Residency Fees (6-week stay):
- Individual: €2,160 + 10% tax.
- Duo/Shared: €1,890 + 10% tax per artist.
- Note: Fees contribute to the overhead of the non-profit residency. Wood for heating and cleaning services are not included.
Application Requirements
- Portfolio: Samples of personal work.
- Motivation Letter: 160–400 words explaining your interest in Arteventura and your goals for the residency.
- Sustainability Statement: A few words on how you support the vision of an off-grid project.
- Experience: Details on your ability to thrive in a limited-energy, natural environment.
How to Apply?
Interested artists must complete the online application form and pay the €20 fee. Applications are processed upon receipt. Apply for Arteventura 2027
Key Dates
- Deadline: Rolling basis (early application encouraged as only 35 spots are available).
- 2027 Residency Periods: Available in 4 and 6-week blocks starting February 1, 2027, through December 14, 2027.
- Response Time: Applicants will receive a reply within 4 weeks of a complete submission.
Location
Spain, Aracena/Corteconcepción, Huelva (Andalusia).
Additional Details
A 50% deposit is required within 8 days of admission to secure the spot. Partners and friends are welcome as visitors for a daily contribution fee. While not mandatory, artists are encouraged to leave a work for the Arteventura collection or share their research results at the end of their stay.