Writing / Literature Residencies in Peru

Centro Selva

Campo Verde, Peru

Centro Selva Arte y Ciencia is an artist residency located in the Central Amazon region of Peru, specifically in the Ucayali region near Pucallpa. Founded in 2012 by Diana Riesco-Lind, the residency offers multidisciplinary artists from around the world the opportunity to immerse themselves in the Amazonian culture and environment. The residency spans over 400 hectares of agricultural and reforested lands, providing artists with a unique setting to focus on their creative projects. Centro Selva offers group residencies in July and August, as well as individual residencies throughout the year. The program promotes cross-disciplinary dialogue between artists and scientists, and residents present their work in Pucallpa or Lima. Artists from all disciplines are invited to apply and stay for periods of up to 20 days. While the facilities are basic, the residency provides a deep connection with nature and the Amazonian context.

Chokechaka Golden Bridge

Calca (Huaran), Cusco, Peru

Chokechaka Golden Bridge Artist Residency is a multidisciplinary program located in Huaran, in the heart of Peru’s Sacred Valley of the Incas. It offers a serene and culturally rich environment for artists, scholars, and creatives seeking both personal focus and community engagement. The residency is designed to support independent work while fostering deep connections with local traditions, landscapes, and communities. Residents are invited to explore their practice through dialogue with local artisans, scholars, and elders, and are encouraged to collaborate across cultural and creative disciplines. The facility accommodates up to eight participants at a time, providing private bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, shared workspaces, and access to both indoor and outdoor creative areas. A dedicated private studio is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and all guests have access to a communal kitchen, living spaces, and a ceremonial maloca for gatherings or performances. The residency supports immersive cultural experiences through visits to Inca heritage sites, traditional weaving and ceramics workshops, and excursions into the Andean landscape. Chokechaka emphasizes sustainability, cultural preservation, and intercultural exchange as core values. Founded by artists with roots in both Peru and the United States, it serves as a creative bridge between ancestral knowledge and contemporary practice. The program is open year-round to international applicants and welcomes those who value creativity, reflection, and shared learning in an awe-inspiring mountain setting.