Organizer Information
Yasmine Laraqui Studio is an independent creative hub in Casablanca, Morocco, founded in 2025 by artist and writer Yasmine Laraqui. The studio serves as a production space and platform for experimentation at the intersection of contemporary art, visual media, and research-driven practices. It aims to foster dialogue between local and international communities while contributing to independent cultural initiatives in North Africa.
Title & Description
Artist Residency Program.
This residency offers artists a period of research, experimentation, and cultural immersion in the heart of Casablanca. Artists are encouraged to engage with the city’s complex urban landscape and historical Art Deco architecture while developing new work or conceptual investigations. The program emphasizes exchange, offering residents curatorial support and the opportunity to present their findings through an exhibition or public presentation organized by the studio.
Categories
Visual Arts, Photography, Video/Film, Installation, Multimedia, and Artistic Research.
Eligibility
- Global Scope: Open to international artists and researchers worldwide.
- Disciplines: Welcomes visual artists, photographers, researchers, and multimedia practitioners.
- Collaborations: Duo or collaborative pairs are explicitly welcome to apply together.
- Themes: Particularly welcomes projects engaging with contemporary cultural dynamics, urban environments, and the relationship between art and technology.
Program Benefits and Awards
- Accommodation: Private living space in a historic Art Deco building in the Mers Sultan neighborhood, within walking distance of the Medina and central park.
- Studio Access: Access to a production space in the Palmier district suitable for photography, video, and large-scale installation.
- Curatorial Support: Professional guidance provided throughout the duration of the residency.
- Exhibition: Organization and documentation of a final public presentation or exhibition.
- Community Exchange: Opportunities for studio visits and informal discussions with local Moroccan artists and curators.
Fees
- Participation Fee: 1,000 € (or $1,000 USD) per artist / month.
- Paid by Artist: Travel expenses, production costs, and personal living expenses.
- Application Fee: None specified.
Application Requirements
- Artist Biography or CV.
- Portfolio: Recent work samples or a link to a digital portfolio.
- Project Proposal: A brief research statement or proposal (maximum 1 page).
- Residency Duration: Indication of preferred dates (between 1 and 3 months).
How to Apply?
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested artists should email their materials to contact@yasminelaraqui.net with the subject line "Artist Residency Application".
Key Dates
- Start Date: June 1, 2026.
- Deadline: Rolling (Application is open based on availability).
Location
Morocco, Casablanca.
Additional Details
The residency apartment and studio are located approximately 15 minutes apart on foot, with easy access to the city's tramway system. Projects do not need to be finalized in advance; the program supports work-in-progress and pure research phases.