La Nueva Fábrica (LNF) is a nonprofit contemporary art space in Antigua, Guatemala. Founded in a former textile factory, LNF is dedicated to fostering experimentation, critical dialogue, and community engagement through exhibitions, public programs, residencies, and education.

Founded in 2013, the residency program is the heart of LNF. We welcome emerging and established artists, curators, and cultural practitioners from Guatemala and around the world.

The Residency is:

• Research-based, not production-driven – there are no requirements to produce a final work.

• Open to all career stages and artistic mediums.

• A space to reflect, research, share, and connect across practices and communities.

• Designed to foster exchange with our local context — residents are encouraged to participate in LNF’s public programs, open studios, and community events.

Each year, LNF selects five residents through our international open call.

Residency Details

• Duration: 4–8 weeks (to be coordinated with the LNF team)

• Dates: between September 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027

• Location: Antigua, Guatemala

• Residents: duos may apply together. Applicants with children are welcome.

Benefits

• USD $2,000 stipend

• Free housing on-site at LNF (fully equipped house)

• Airport transfers (La Aurora International Airport, Guatemala City)

• Curatorial and logistical support from LNF staff

• Opportunities to engage the public through LNF programming

Note: National and international travel to LNF is the responsibility of the resident.

Eligibility

• Open to individuals 18+ years old from any nationality.

• No degree or formal training required.

• Applicants must show that their residency. and research proposal holds a direct or meaningful connection to LNF’s context.

• Applicants must submit a residency and research proposal that presents a clearmethodology and demonstrates its feasibility within the framework and timeline of the residency.

• Applicants must demonstrate commitment to their practice and a genuine interest in engaging with our community.

• Basic Spanish is helpful but not required.

• LNF welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, nationality, marital status, ancestry, ethnicity, ability, or sexual orientation.