Itinera Arte

Name of Residency: Itinera Arte Artist Residency Program – Rio de Janeiro Itinera Arte is an independent contemporary art platform based in downtown Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Its activities include artistic education, exhibitions, public programs, international exchanges, cultural trips, and artist residency programs. Itinera Arte works as a space for artistic research, critical reflection, and exchange between artists, curators, researchers, students, and cultural professionals. Residency Programme since: 2024 Description of Organisation: Itinera Arte is an independent platform for contemporary art based in Rio de Janeiro, dedicated to the research, education, and dissemination of artistic practices. Founded in 2019, it operates at the intersection of education, creation, and curatorship, promoting courses, artist residencies, exhibitions, study trips, and cultural mediation programs. Organisation founded in: 2019 What type of organisation are you?: Independent Association/Foundation Working Languages: English Italian Portuguese Duration of residency: Months: 1 Months: 2 Number of studios: between 5 and 10 Number of artists in residence at one time: between 5 to 10 Accommodation type: No accommodation offered Which disciplines does your residency cater to?: Visual Art Sculpture Performing Arts New Media Photography Other What practical facilities does your residency offer to artists?: Private studio / workplace Shared studio / workplace Internet Other What artistic facilities does your residency offer to artists?: Exhibition space Technical assistance Promotional services Is your residency wheelchair accessible?: Yes If your residency does not include accommodation, do you assist artists in finding accommodation?: Yes If yes, please specify: Yes. Itinera Arte assists artists in finding accommodation through partnerships with local guesthouses, hotels, apartments, and Airbnb hosts, offering affordable and convenient options near the residency studios. Companions Allowed: N/A Does your residency uphold partnerships beneficial to resident artists? : Yes. Itinera Arte maintains partnerships with artists, curators, and cultural institutions in Rio de Janeiro, expanding opportunities for exchange and engagement with the local contemporary art scene. These collaborations include visits to Brazilian artists’ studios, meetings with guest curators, and facilitated accommodation options through partnerships with hotels, guesthouses, and apartments. Application process: Digital application Do you charge an application fee for your residency?: No Do you charge a residency fee for your residency?: Yes If yes, what is the residency fee? (in your local currency) If no write 0: Yes. The residency fee is USD 1,000 for the entire two-month program (USD 500 per month). Brazilian artists receive a 50% reduction, paying R$ 2,200 for the full period (R$ 1,100 per month). Do you provide the residents with any funds associated with the residency? (e.g. stipend, fellowship, production allowance): Yes If yes, what is the amount of the fund? (in your local currency): Yes. Two full scholarships are offered, granting 100% exemption from the residency fee based on socio-economic, racial, and/or gender criteria. The selection also considers the applicant’s artistic relevance and alignment with the conceptual framework of the residency. Expenses paid by the artist: Travel Housing Production costs Food Supplies Expenses paid by the organisation: Other If other, please specify: The organisation covers expenses related to curatorial coordination and guest curators, the production and promotion of the final group exhibition, and the maintenance and readiness of the studio spaces. It also provides weekly curatorial guidance, portfolio reviews, and logistical support throughout the residency. These contributions ensure a well-structured, collaborative environment that supports artists’ research and creation. Are artists expected to do one of the following during their residency stay?: Exhibition Public talk Other activities happening at the space: Exhibition Open Studios Other Selection process: By committee Setting: Urban Nearest Airport: Rio de Janeiro International Airport – Antonio Carlos Jobim – Galeão Nearest Train Station: Central do Brasil Station (Rio de Janeiro) How to reach by plane: The nearest airports are Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (Antonio Carlos Jobim) and Santos Dumont Airport. From Galeão, take the BRT TransCarioca bus and then the Metro Line 2 toward Centro, getting off at Carioca Station, a few minutes’ walk from the residency. From Santos Dumont, the residency can be reached in about 10 minutes by taxi or app-based transport. How to reach by train: The nearest train station is Central do Brasil Station, located in downtown Rio de Janeiro. From there, you can take the Metro Line 1 or 2 to Carioca Station, which is within walking distance of the residency. How to reach by car: Itinera Arte is located at Av. Franklin Roosevelt, 39 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 20021-120, in the downtown area of Rio de Janeiro. The location is easily accessible by car, and navigation apps such as Google Maps or Waze provide accurate directions. Street & Number: Av. Franklin Roosevelt, 39 Postal Code: 20.120-021 Country long: Brazil , Get directions Instagram Related Open Calls Places I Inhabit, Places that Inhabit Me – Itinera Arte Artist Residency Program Expanded Field — Itinera Arte International Artist Residency Program