Natural Inspiration – Immerse into a Stunning Tropical Forest in the Dominican Republic

Immerse Yourself in Creativity at nacán Art Residency

Discover the transformative power of nature and culture at the nacán Art Residency, nestled in a pristine tropical forest with direct access to a stunning beach. This unique program offers artists a chance to live and create in a lush, vibrant environment, while fostering meaningful connections with the local community and its rich cultural traditions. Whether you're seeking inspiration, collaboration, or a deep dive into your practice, Nacán provides the perfect setting to nourish your artistic journey.

Duration of residency

The nacán Art Residency is designed as an uninterrupted creative retreat, offering flexible stays tailored to each artist's needs. Participants may choose a residency length ranging from one week to three months, depending on availability.

Accommodation

nacán partners with multiple accommodation providers in the area to offer artists a variety of private lodging options tailored to different needs and budgets. All accommodations are located close to the residency site and provide a comfortable, restful environment to support focused creative work.

Seasonal nightly, weekly, and monthly rates are available. We encourage interested artists to contact us with their preferred dates so we can provide current availability and pricing.

Disciplines, work equipment and assistance

The nacán art residency welcomes artists across a wide range of disciplines, including visual artists, musicians, producers, writers, thinkers, and photographers. Our well-equipped studio space is designed to support both individual and collaborative projects.

For painters, we provide essential materials including easels, stools, and basic supplies such as canvas, paint, brushes, and stretcher bars. Additional support is available to help source any specific items artists may need during their stay.

Musicians and producers have access to a dedicated music production setup, featuring Kali LP-8 studio monitors, an SSL2+ audio interface (USB and USB-C compatible), an Arturia KeyStep 37 MIDI controller, and both a Shure SM57 dynamic microphone and an sE Electronics XR1 passive ribbon microphone. Artists are encouraged to download any required software or drivers in advance, as internet access in El Valle may be limited.

At nacán, we aim to provide the tools and environment that allow artists to immerse themselves fully in their creative practice.

Studio / Workspace

The nacán studio is a private, well-equipped space designed to harmonize with its tropical forest surroundings, offering artists an immersive and uninterrupted creative environment. It supports both individual and collaborative projects across various artistic disciplines.

Thoughtfully designed for acoustic excellence, the studio features absorbers and diffusers that enhance audio clarity and depth, creating a rich 3D auditory experience. Most soundproofing panels are removable, allowing the space to transform into an open, versatile area adaptable to diverse creative needs.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and selections are made based on artistic merit, the relevance of the proposed project, and availability.