the shed skin
open call for artists
art residency and group exhibition
"every star is born from the collapse of the old"
we are looking for artists ready to step into the altazora online residency
this program is designed as a digital cocoon where you will create a new work from scratch. the residency concludes with a global group exhibition, bringing together the artifacts of our personal shifts
we are looking for artists ready to step into the altazora online residency
this program is designed as a digital cocoon where you will create a new work from scratch. the residency concludes with a global group exhibition, bringing together the artifacts of our personal shifts
don't show us your past — come and create your future with us
art residency format
typical open calls ask for finished files.
we ask for your presence.
altazora is a 4-week online residency: a digital cocoon where we don’t just curate your art, we co-create the conditions for its birth.
you will enter a collaborative field with unique creators, bridging the gap between spiritual vision and material practice.
we ask for your presence.
altazora is a 4-week online residency: a digital cocoon where we don’t just curate your art, we co-create the conditions for its birth.
you will enter a collaborative field with unique creators, bridging the gap between spiritual vision and material practice.
artifact of transformation
the theme
* the artifact: photo of your artwork "in the wild." place your art on a physical surface — wet asphalt, spring grass, or a cold stone floor. let the work look like the skin your soul has shed
* the process: a visual storytelling of your journey. we want to see the "flesh" of your work—the hands, the sketches, and the beautiful mess of creation
* the narrative: a personal reflection on the layers you’ve outgrown and the art that grew in its place.
* the process: a visual storytelling of your journey. we want to see the "flesh" of your work—the hands, the sketches, and the beautiful mess of creation
* the narrative: a personal reflection on the layers you’ve outgrown and the art that grew in its place.
why now?
this is the very first time the altazora portal opens in this experimental format.
be among the first artists to define this new way of creative residency
be among the first artists to define this new way of creative residency
: professional portfolio piece
create a fully-packaged project with a deep narrative, process documentation, and professional presentation
:: the inquiry methodology
get a toolkit of research techniques you can use for any future artistic project
::: curated visibility
be part of a unique showcase (online & offline) that emphasizes storytelling over just "pretty pictures"
:::: tactile grounding
learn how to present your work "in the wild," creating a powerful dialogue between your art and the physical world
program
3 weeks of active immersion + 1 week of finalization
week 1
week 1
the first spark
introductory meeting: tuning into the collective field and meeting your fellow travelers.
the search. we start exploring the "shed skin" theme immediately. you will receive a toolkit of research techniques and begin gathering materials and finding your project's core during the first live session.
the search. we start exploring the "shed skin" theme immediately. you will receive a toolkit of research techniques and begin gathering materials and finding your project's core during the first live session.
18 april, 16:00 – 19:00 UTC, zoom
week 2
week 2
deepening and the flow (co-working)
immersive studio. a deep dive into your creative process. this session is designed as an online co-working space: work on your project in real-time within our shared field, ask questions, and explore additional art-therapy techniques to enrich your theme.
25 april, 16:00 – 19:00 UTC, zoom
week 3
week 3
the breakthrough (open ,ic)
the inner dialogue. a dedicated session to address the "imposter syndrome," procrastination, and creative blocks.
idea expansion. share your progress in an "open mic" format. we will discuss development vectors for each project, exchange feedback, and refine your artistic vision.
idea expansion. share your progress in an "open mic" format. we will discuss development vectors for each project, exchange feedback, and refine your artistic vision.
2 may, 16:00 – 19:00 UTC, zoom
week 4
week 4
refining and the reveal
the final stretch. a dedicated week for self-paced preparation and polishing your project.
the grand finale. our journey concludes with an online presentation showcase, a collective celebration where every artist reveals the artifacts of their transformation.
the grand finale. our journey concludes with an online presentation showcase, a collective celebration where every artist reveals the artifacts of their transformation.
9 may, 16:00 – 19:00 UTC, zoom – online presentation showcase
join altazora
price and date
applications close: 22 march, 2026
residency dates: 3 – 30 april, 2026
residency dates: 3 – 30 april, 2026
for those ready to undergo transformation within a supportive collective field
* full 4-week journey: complete access to the april residency program.
* 5 zoom sessions
* community access: membership in our private artist circle for peer support
* online exhibition: a spot in the shed skin digital showcase on our website
* art toolkit: ready-to-use mechanics and techniques to immerse yourself in any artistic research and transform it into a finished art object
* full 4-week journey: complete access to the april residency program.
* 5 zoom sessions
* community access: membership in our private artist circle for peer support
* online exhibition: a spot in the shed skin digital showcase on our website
* art toolkit: ready-to-use mechanics and techniques to immerse yourself in any artistic research and transform it into a finished art object
* 4 additional deep-dive workshops: focused on advanced research methodologies and technical creative breakdowns
* personal curatorial feedback: direct guidance on your research and final submission
standard: $150
for those seeking deep technical mastery, direct mentorship, and maximum expansion
extended: $270
ready to start or have questions?
we want altazora to be a safe and soulful space for every participant. to ensure a perfect fit for everyone, the process begins with a short dialogue.
please fill out this short form:
please fill out this short form:
what’s next?
we will review your application and get back to you within 3 days to schedule a brief introductory interview. we look forward to meeting you personally before you proceed with the program payment.
we will review your application and get back to you within 3 days to schedule a brief introductory interview. we look forward to meeting you personally before you proceed with the program payment.
