Traces / Huellas Residency Programme
Artists and researchers are invited to apply for a 1–6 month artistic residency exploring the notion of trace as a place of transition between presence and absence, with workspace, mentoring, and accommodation provided.
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- Entry fee
- $1000
- Award
- Full residency programme with accommodation in shared house (€1000/month) or private apartment (€1300/month); individual curatorial support and documentation included.
- Location
- Centro Negra, Blanca, Murcia, Spain
- Exhibition window
- Jan 1, 2026 → Dec 31, 2026
About
Overview
Traces/Huellas is an artistic residency programme at Centro Negra in Blanca, Murcia, Spain, exploring the notion of trace as a place of transition between presence and absence, and as a tool for reconfiguring the relationship between space and memory. The programme emphasizes body, territory, and spatiality as central axes of research and creation.
Residency Details
- Duration: 1–6 months, projects developed throughout 2026
- Accommodation: private room in shared house or private apartment
- Workspace: studio at Centro Negra with basic technical equipment
- Individual mentoring and documentation of work
- Visibility on AADK Spain digital platforms
Fees
- Full residency programme (shared house): €1000 per month
- Private apartment: €1300 per month (€1000 + €300 supplement)
Support & Expectations
Selected artists receive individual curatorial support, documentation at public events, and a letter of invitation to facilitate grant applications. Residents are invited to participate in monthly Open Studio events to share work in progress and finished pieces.
Who Can Apply
Artists and professionals from all related disciplines interested in exploring the themes of trace, body, territory, and spatiality. No age limit; individual or collective projects welcome.
How to Apply
Complete the online application at https://aadk.es/calendario-de-convocatorias/?lang=en. Submit a PDF (max. 10MB) including CV, portfolio, and links for audiovisual works. Review terms and conditions before applying.
Key Dates
- Application deadline: 2025-11-20
- Residency period: 2026-01-01 to 2026-12-31
- Award
- Full residency programme with accommodation in shared house (€1000/month) or private apartment (€1300/month); individual curatorial support and documentation included.
- Entry fee
- Full residency programme: €1000 per month (including accommodation in a shared house). Private apartment available for an additional €300, for a total of €1300 per month.
- Theme
- The residency explores the notion of trace as a place of transition between presence and absence, and as a tool for reconfiguring the relationship between space and memory, with emphasis on body, territory, and spatiality.
- Eligibility
- Open to artists and professionals from all related disciplines with no age limit; individual or collective projects welcome.
- Audience
- Artists and professionals from all related disciplines; no age limit; individual or collective projects.
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