APAPACHO CDMX Residency

Apapacho is PROArtes México’s residency and studio space in the heart of Mexico City. This international program of art-based residencies has been launched to provide space and time for artists, curators, art historians, etc, to research and network in one of the most historically and culturally profound cities in the world. As an artist founded and operated space, we strive to provide an increasingly diverse group of artists an affordable international residency experience. As the name ‘Apapacho’ reflects, our interest is in developing a thoughtful and caring interaction unique to each resident’s curiosities, needs, and area of focus.

Apapacho is a multipurpose residency space open to curatorial or artistic practice research welcoming emerging, mid-career, and established arts practitioners. Our team will meet, via phone or video call, with each person prior to their residency to discuss their objectives. From that meeting we will create a list of pertinent recommendations and foster meaningful connections to attempt to make the most of each resident’s time in CDMX. We welcome a broad spectrum of performing, visual, literary, multidisciplinary, and experimental artists.

The programming of Apapacho consists of residents that have been curated and invited to the space, as well as fully self-funded or partially scholarshipped residencies selected from submitted applications. Unfortunately, scholarships are limited and we are not able to offer scholarships to all applicants. Applicants from the Global South will be eligible for reduced fees.

The residency site is situated in Barrio Del Valle, close to many of the most emblematic neighborhoods, institutions, and historical sites in the Valley of Mexico.

Description of Space

• 862 ft2 total / 80 m2
• One bedroom (one queen size bed)
• Salon-Studio (one couch)
• Equipped kitchen-Dining Area
• Bathroom
• Patio-Studio

Details 

• The residency has a maximum capacity of two persons and one pet (pet contingent upon approval). If a resident is planning to bring a family member or partner, this must be listed in the application. Please note there is one queen bed in the bedroom and a couch in the salon/studio space. Each resident will be required to sign a contractual agreement prior to arriving to the residency site. No discussed or scheduled residency is considered agreed upon and final until the contractual agreement has been signed and returned.
• The residency space and amenities are ever-changing as we continue to adapt it to artist needs. There is indoor studio space that can be cleared for movement exploration, installation research, drawing, etc. and the patio studio can be a space where messier art processes may take place, within reason.

We have three kinds of residency: Self-Funded Residency, Partially-Funded Residency and Totally-Funded Residency. In general, our Totally-funded Residencies are curated and allocated by the PROArtes Team.

Minimum length of residency is five days. Maximum length of stay is 28 days (four weeks). Few exceptions will be made. $450mx cleaning fee will be applied to all residencies. 

The Self-Funded Residency Fees are:

Self-Funded Residency Fees | Non-Mexican Citizens and Citizens of the Global North

• 5 Days, $4,600mx ($920mx per day) 

• 7 – 13 Days, $850mx per day (Example: $5,950mx for 7 days, $11,050mx for 13 days) 

• 14 – 28 Days, $680mx per day (Example: $9,520mx for 14 days, $19,040mx for 28 days)

Self-Funded Residency Fees | Mexican Citizens and Citizens of the Global South

• 5 Days, $3,250mx ($650mx per day) 

• 7 – 13 Days, $550mx per day (Example: $3,850mx for 7 days, $7,150mx for 13 days) 

• 14 – 28 Days, $500mx per day (Example: $7,000mx for 14 days, $14,000mx for 28 days) 

Numerous international artists secure funding to cover their residency expenses through their respective cultural ministries or other funding programs. Once admitted, we will provide artists with an invitation letter that can be utilized for funding applications. 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, and there are no fixed deadlines. We recommend submitting your application six months to one year in advance to secure your preferred dates and allow sufficient time for potential funding applications. However, opportunities may also arise within a matter of weeks due to unexpected openings. You can expect a response from us within 2 weeks to 1 month after submitting your application.