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Camino al Arteresidency
Community Impact Residency 2026
Family-friendly
- Who Can Apply: Mid-career artists, writers, researchers, and educators from the United States and Mexico with experience in community-based projects.
- The Focus: This residency supports projects on social themes like water scarcity, gentrification, or migration, fostering cultural exchange between US and Mexican participants. Residents engage with local youth and families in rural Atotonilco.
- The Funding: This funded residency provides a private studio, housing, a materials budget up to $600 USD, and some meals.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a cover letter, CV, portfolio or work samples, and a comprehensive project proposal via email.
DeadlineThursday, April 30, 2026
AwardUp to $600 USD for project materials or supplies.
Application fee$0
Duration6-7 Weeks
Program datesSession 1: June 1 – July 18, 2026; Session 2: July 19 – September 12, 2026
LocationAtotonilco, GTO
Career stagesMid-Career
DisciplinesVisual Arts, Art Writing/Criticism, Curation/Curatorial Practice
Application notesApplications are submitted via email to info@caminoalarte.org. Required documents include a brief cover letter stating preferred residency dates, an updated CV, and a comprehensive project proposal. Artists should submit a portfolio (max 10 pages PDF or website link), while researchers and educators should provide samples of previous projects or publications. Digital media files should be shared via Google Drive or Dropbox.
Contactinfo@caminoalarte.org
Camino al Arte