As part of the residency programme for creators developed by Acción Cultural Española (AC/E), an agreement has been reached with the CAPACETE contemporary art centre. This collaboration allows one Spanish (or Spain-based) curator, writer, or contemporary art researcher to participate in their prestigious international programme in Brazil.
Residency Details
| Concept | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | CAPACETE, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Period | Between August and November 2026 (exact dates TBD) |
| Profile | Curators, researchers, or art writers |
| Deadline | April 12, 2026 (11:59 PM CET) |
About CAPACETE and the 2026 Programme
CAPACETE is an independent institution located in Rio de Janeiro, home to the oldest artistic residency programme in Brazil. It operates as a discursive and mobile platform that facilitates research and documentation of aesthetic, social, and political processes in South America.
The 2026 edition, directed by researcher Rubens Takamine, revolves around the theme “Technologies of Approximation”. This cycle proposes expanding the idea of technology beyond the digital, exploring ancestral knowledge, rituals, agriculture, and forms of coexistence that transform human life without imposing hierarchies over the contemporary.
Grants and Benefits
The selected resident will receive a comprehensive grant including:
Flights: Round-trip economy class tickets from Spain.
Accommodation: A three-month stay in Rio de Janeiro, including workspace.
Financial Stipend: €2,700 net (delivered upon arrival) for production expenses, living costs, and other residency-related needs.
Health Insurance: Full medical coverage for the entire duration of the stay.
Activity Programme: Participation in talks, workshops, mentorships, open seminars with guests, and guided visits to artists' studios.
Participation Requirements
The call is open to curators, researchers, or writers over 21 years of age (non-students) of Spanish nationality or residents in Spain who have contributed to the Spanish artistic scene in recent years. We are looking for profiles interested in experimentation, affective listening, and accompanying artistic practices within a professional international context.
Application Process
Documentation must be submitted in Spanish or Portuguese and sent as a single PDF file via email to: acapacete.opencall@gmail.com
Email Subject: “AC/E – CAPACETE Residency + (Applicant's Name and Surname)”
Required Documentation:
CV: Academic background, projects, and publications (maximum 3 pages).
Project Information: Description of the research to be developed or expectations for the residency (maximum 3 pages).
Supporting Material: Any additional material that helps evaluate the proposal (free format).
Submission Deadline: Sunday, April 12, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
The final decision will be announced on the AC/E website following selection by a committee composed of experts from CAPACETE and AC/E.
For further information or inquiries, please contact: capacete.opencall@gmail.com (Telephone or postal inquiries will not be accepted).