Casa Caché will accept Applications from

July 29 – September 30

For the Winter 2024 International Artist-in-Residence Program

Below are the application requirements and additional information to provide you with a better understanding of the residency:

Application Deadline: Monday, September 30, 2024 (11:59 pm C.T.)

Recipients will be Announced: October 11th

Residency Duration: (December 1st - December 22nd, 2024)

Supply Considerations: Materials and supplies are limited in Cuba, so artists are encouraged to bring supplies and materials that they choose to work with during the residency. Casa Caché can assist in sourcing items at local cost if notified in advance. Artists should be prepared for a unique experience and immersion in Cuba's distinct environment.

Accommodation: Residents will enjoy a private room and bathroom in a historic home located on the Malecon. The residency provides a supportive community environment, featuring a fully equipped kitchen, ample storage space, and inviting communal areas. While individual exhibitions are not guaranteed, Casa Caché is committed to promoting your work through organized events such as open studios, private dinners, and studio visits, which help introduce your work to our network of contacts.

Casa Caché maintains quiet hours from 11 pm to 7 am. Residents are expected to respect these designated quiet hours and to avoid disturbing the surrounding community with disruptive noise levels, such as loud music, shouting, or slamming doors. Our aim is to foster a peaceful and productive environment for all residents and neighbors.

Financial Transactions: Cuba primarily operates on a cash basis, with limited acceptance of credit and debit cards. Therefore, it is advisable to bring major currencies, such as U.S. dollars or euros, for exchange. It is also essential to stay updated on U.S.-Cuba relations and travel regulations, as these can impact financial transactions and accessibility during your stay. Proper preparation will ensure a smoother experience in managing your finances while in Cuba.

Covered by Casa Caché:

• Private bedroom with a private restroom

• Utilities

• Access to the artist studio and digital print studio (printing costs apply)

• Transport to and from the airport

• Daily breakfast

• 4 communal dinners

• Access to WiFi

• Casa Caché merch bag

• Artist reviews by local curators

• Guided tours

• 5 optional day trips

• Cell Phones available for rent

• $750 USD stipend for personal use.

Covered by Participant:

• Travel

• Daily meals

• Materials and supplies

Application Process:

• Make a $25 USD donation to Casa Caché and provide proof of donation with your application email. (receipt, screenshot, etc.)

• Submit a PDF portfolio, titled "application.name.surname," containing artist contact (name, email, address, website), 10 images of your recent works, CV (no more than two pages), artist statement (max 300 words), and a letter of intent for your Casa Caché Residency (max 500 words) to info@casacache.com.

• For video and sound-based works, please share a link where we can view your work with a description about the work.

• Provide a work index page including: title, year, and medium of each work.

• For writing submissions, please follow these guidelines:

  1. Every writing sample must be a maximum of 10 pages, either from a single book, short stories, novellas, essays, or articles. You may include more than one piece of writing in the 10-page PDF document.

  2. Please include a separate cover page that provides a concise description of each writing sample, including the title, year, and publisher. Additionally, if links to published versions of the writing samples are available, please include them on the cover page.

Participants must be 18 years of age or older and have a valid passport. The U.S. government allows citizens to travel and stay in Cuba for artistic, cultural, and educational purposes. (“activities of private foundations, or research, or educational institutes” as stated on the U.S Cuban embassy’s website). We are in full compliance with U.S regulations and are, of course, mindful about rules, regulations, and restrictions.

Feel free to check our FAQ for additional details. If you have further questions, don't hesitate to contact us.