Ilhabela Island, Brazil - Art Residence Open call 2019/2020

A multidisciplinary space to focus in ideas and projects in an ecological paradise.

Description of residency program
Casa na Ilha is a creative retreat in Ilhabela Island, Brazil, an ecological paradise and preservation area at 200 km from Sao Pablo.

The Residency Program is an initiative born from the idea of artists from different disciplines to create a space where creativity is encouraged, focusing in the construction of the creative process, development and curatorial process of artistic and environmental engaged projects in one place away from the city and distractions of the daily routine.

Casa Na Ilha Residency programs run in a house built by an artist above the sea level. It is 800 meters from the beach and 4 km away from the island historical center and town. Emplaced in the middle of the rainforest on the top of a hill, surrounded with nature and a breathtaking view to the ocean, beach, palm trees and mountains.

Located north in the island, the house is walking distance from the beach and waterfalls. The absolute peace and tranquility of the place are perfect for feeding inspiration and disconnection with the world today that generally cause blockages between the artist and their work. Close to natural waterfalls, a garden full of flowers, trees, orchards, and spring water supplies, birds and ocean sounds, creates the perfect environment to relax the mind and focus on projects.

Casa na Ilha is a retreat space to devote time and focus to your creative pursuits in an ecological paradise. Artists can intensely dedicate on their work in progress or develop new projects. The main goal is that artists are able to focus on their ideas and projects, enhancing creativity and inspiration and connect, between them, the local community and nature.

Casa na Ilha welcomes artists with a professional standing in their field and emerging artists of promising talent.

Duration of residency
The Residency Program is 3 - 4 weeks long duration between 5 - 8 artists at a time. In case projects require it, participants may apply for a longer period.

Disciplines, work equipment and assistance

Applications are accepted from all disciplines: 

                  Writing

                  Painting

                  Photography

                  Visual/Plastic Arts

                  Film

                  Research (Sustainability/Ecology/biodiversity/Climate Change)

                  Dance

                  Sound & Music

                  Design

                  Architecture

                  Textile

                  Philosophy

The residency program promotes the development of projects in all stages, from conception of the idea to the presentation of the same.

Accommodation 
Private and Shared

Studio/ workspace
We offer:
Indoor Shared Studio available 24 hs for working
Other working spaces both outdoor and indoor around the facility
Guidance and tutor available on residence
Breakfast and homemade daily dinners
Lodging in private or shared rooms en suite fully furnish.
Natural resources from jungle, beaches waterfalls and gardens can be used without endangering the eco balance of the region.
Orientation and accompaniment on the project development before and after residency period.
Interaction and connection with the community and local organizations

Fees and support
Fees and costs are based on a 3 and 4 week residency period. We accept two week stays as well and in case of longer periods (up to 8 weeks) please contact us at info@casanailha.org. 

Residency fee includes breakfast and dinner, the ones are prepared in the house every day and are shared every night between the group.

For lunch, residents can buy supplies at the local market and prepare their own meals at the house kitchen or if they decide to lunch outside the house. There is a fridge for artists to use to store their food, snacks or cravings. Tea and coffee are available 24 hs. The water in the house comes from a waterfall, this water is filtered before reaching the tanks so tap water is safe and drinkable.

We provide linen and towels. 

RESIDENCE PROGRAM FEE (Includes breakfast and daily dinners)
Shared room with shared bathroom: 450 USD per week 
Private room with shared bathroom and private working space : 625 USD per week
Private room with private bathroom and private working space– Apartment:875  USD per week

Expectations towards the artist
Casa na Ilha is a space where to develop, improve and curate personal and group projects in an interdisciplinary ambiance, nurturing for different views opinions and expertise.  The residency program promotes the development of projects in all stages, from the conception of the idea to the presentation of the same.

Artists work on a self-directed residency: you will have uninterrupted, self-directed work time. We will not pressure you to deliver finished work; you can focus solely on research and development of ideas. However, during your stay there will be a tutor on location 24/7 to discuss ideas, projects and progress of work during the duration of the residency time, respecting artists pace and direction. We do not provide a set program or itinerary for artists to follow, sessions and tutor advice and support will be approached personally case by case around artists self-directed practices. Tutor will give you guidance as well as help make the necessary contacts, approaches and arrangements with different parties the project requires. 

Each sessions hosts 4 – 6 artists at the same time, from different disciplines, giving the opportunity to artists in residency to gain new ideas and insights that can be applied to creative exploration and the development of their work through peer interaction and discussion groups. Common spaces will be conceived to promote not only collaboration between the artists, but to empower ideas between different participants and interdisciplinary learning. Casa na Ilha embraces the role of being an active platform of thinking, discussion, production and sharing through daily interactions open to share and exchange ideas and perspectives among participants.

Casa na Ilha gathers individuals with different expertise, sensibilities, skills and backgrounds committed to contribute to the enrichment of intellectual and artistic circles with their professional collaborations and public interactions, also carrying a strong belief in the importance of building a community that shares and grows.