kaaysá offers different programs
1. KAAYSÁ residency
Programming and mediation coordinated by the Residency.
Kaaysá Residency is a 3 to 4-week* program for a group of up to 12 residents, among artists and writers, selected by a committee. A multidisciplinary team is invited to participate and some activities are scheduled, for each specialty according to the themes or demands of the group .At night, the group gathers for collaborative dinners and on exchange of experiences, references and impressions. Adequate space is provided for residentsThere is plenty of room for focus and on-site production, in addition to all inputs in the breeding network.
* Kaaysá Residency can also be offered in a shorter and more intensive immersion of 10 to 15 days or, on the other hand, for longer projects, up to 6 months.
+ What's is included ▾
Includes
- accommodation
- schedule selected activities
- creative process tracking
- use of kitchen, laundry, pool and common areas
- free internet access
- bicycles
- use of the collective or individual studio, carpentry, ceramic kiln and audio studio.
Does not include
- ticket and transfer
- health insurance
- food
Counterparties
- workshops with local school students
- improvements in the urban landscape of the village
- interaction and workshop with indigenous people from Aldeia do Rio Silveira
Activities included in the 4-week and longer programs
- boat expedition to Gatos Island
- trail to the waterfalls of Itú River
- fishing experience with local fishermen
- visit to the historical center of São Sebastião
- expeditions in the atlantic rain forest with ecologist
- visit to the Guaraní Indian community, conversation and ritual
- trail to Brava beach
- conversation with local caiçaras women
- dialogues and exchange of references between residents
- open atelier for collectors and invited curators
- exhibition of works for the local public
Activities included in the 10 to 15-day immersion program
- dialogue with fishermen
- Itú River trail with ecologist
- visit to the Guaraní Indian community, conversation and ritual dialogues and reference exchanges between residents and guests
Costs
- Regular Duration: 4 weeks
- Consult us by email: info@kaaysa.com
2. KAAYSÁ OPEN
Open all year long, for you to individually format your project.
The Kaaysá Open program is available to artists and writers throughout the year. In this modality, each resident is responsible for his activities, exchanges and in loco research. There is no subject, previous programming, or mediation by the residency coordination. The duration is also free, and can be decided according to the demand of the project.
+ What's is included ▾
Includes
- accommodation
- schedule selected activities
- creative process tracking
- use of kitchen, laundry, pool and common areas
- free internet access
- bicycles
- use of the collective or individual studio, carpentry, ceramic kiln and audio studio.
Does not include
- Ticket and transfer
- health insurance
- food
Counterparties
- workshops with local school students
- improvements in the urban landscape of the village
- interaction and workshop with indigenous people from Aldeia do Rio Silveira
Activities included in the Kaaysá Open Program
- dialogue with fishermen
- Itú River trail with ecologist
- visit to the Guaraní Indian community, conversation and ritual dialogues and reference exchanges between residents and guests
Costs
- Duration: variable
- Consult us by email: info@kaaysa.com
3. KAAYSÁ GROUP
For you to set up a group and coordinate the residency.
Kaaysá offers space for artists, teachers, gallery owners, editors, writers, curators, amongst others, who wish submit a proposal to form their own groups and work methodology. The duration is open, and can be decided between the parties according to the project demands.
Consult us by email: info@kaaysa.com
Kaaysá Experience
Kaaysá Experience is not a regular art residency; it’s an ongoing program of activities for non-artists to approach art and other experiences.
Kaaysá has open space to accommodate professionals from other areas who want to get closer to the arts, as well as artists who want to create experiences for the general audience.
“Everything happens organically, according to time or collective interests. An environment that enables deep connections with people and nature, stimulating a constant flow of ideas and unusual exchanges.”
