Artist Residencies in Argentina

FlussLab

Buenos Aires, Argentina

FlussLab is a dynamic residency program founded in 2018, designed to foster collaboration and dialogue among artists, scientists, and researchers across various STEAM disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). Based in Isla del Tigre, Buenos Aires, and Coswig/Berlin, FlussLab creates an environment for interdisciplinary exploration, providing participants with shared workspaces, mentorship, and opportunities to exhibit their work. The residency offers both on-site and online formats, with the on-site residencies lasting 4 to 8 weeks and culminating in exhibitions at institutional spaces. FlussLab emphasizes communal living, networking, and professional development, and encourages participants to engage deeply with the local cultural and creative landscapes. The residency has hosted over 80 participants from 16 countries and remains open to a global audience through its open call application process. Though not fully funded, FlussLab assists residents with letters of invitation for external funding applications.

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.

Proyecto La Zona

Near Mar del Plata, Argentina

Proyecto La Zona is an innovative artist residency nestled within the forest reserve of El Marquesado, 40 km from the coastal city of Mar del Plata, in the province of Buenos Aires, Argentina. This residency offers a unique retreat for artists and creative professionals from various disciplines to engage in artistic creation and interdisciplinary exploration. The program is designed to foster immersive research, thinking, and creation, facilitated by the isolation and bioinspired landscape away from urban centers. La Zona's residency programs, including both winter and spring sessions, emphasize the relationship between artists and the natural environment, encouraging participants to explore contemporary socio-political and environmental concerns. The residency provides a supportive space for experimentation, with activities guided by specialists in territory observation, ecology, history, and local culture. Visits to galleries and artists' studios are organized to foster a network of exchange that benefits both residents and the local community.

Proyecto´ace

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Proyecto´ace, located in Buenos Aires, offers the Exploration Residency program designed for both professional and emerging artists. This 4-week residency emphasizes artistic experimentation and process over the presentation of results. Participants benefit from interaction with other residents and the cultural environment of Buenos Aires, along with resources, local contacts, and project reviews by specialized professionals and the ´ace team. The program supports visual, sound, and performance research, and includes academic tutoring and critiques for SUB30 residents. Proyecto´ace is committed to diversity, welcoming artists from all backgrounds. The residency aims to foster creativity and professional growth in a supportive and dynamic environment.

R.A.R.O. Buenos Aires (RARO)

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Colectivo R.A.R.O. is an innovative artist residency program that originated in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and has expanded its reach to Madrid, Spain. Founded with the vision of creating spaces for reflection, production, and interdisciplinary encounters, R.A.R.O. distinguishes itself through its itinerant residency model. This unique approach allows artists to traverse and work within multiple ateliers, each directed by local artists from a broad spectrum of disciplines. The program supports a multidisciplinary environment, encouraging residents to delve into various artistic practices and collaborative projects. By facilitating access to a network of 17 ateliers in Buenos Aires alone, R.A.R.O. offers artists the flexibility to tailor their residency experience according to their project needs and artistic aspirations. Participants are given the opportunity to engage with the local art community, including curators, collectors, and other artists, culminating in the possibility of showcasing their work through exhibitions or open studios. Additionally, R.A.R.O. actively supports artists in accessing grants and provides special programs for both Argentine and international participants. This residency is aimed at artists, curators, and cultural managers seeking an immersive, collaborative experience away from traditional urban centers.

Radal

Bariloche, Argentina

Radal is an artist-run printmaking studio and artist-in-residence program located near the Patagonian Andean forest in Bariloche, Argentina. Founded and directed by Marta Di Bitetti, the studio provides a creative environment for printmakers and artists to develop professional quality art projects. The residency offers technical support and facilities for various printmaking techniques, including less toxic methods. Artists-in-residence benefit from 24/7 access to a fully equipped studio, private accommodations, and the inspiring natural surroundings of forest and mountains. The program focuses on training, improvement, and creation, allowing artists to immerse themselves in their work and explore new artistic possibilities.

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.