Nature, Art & Habitat Residency (NAHR) ECO-Laboratory of Multidisciplinary Practice, offers a lively space to productively think and create, collaborate and interact, and take full advantage of the surrounding natural landscapes in Val Taleggio, Italy and Santa Ynes, California.

NAHR CA Fall is a 2 week residency opportunity to develop a project around the concept of of Fire: Renewal, Rituals, Power, NAHR's topic for 2024. Candidates are asked to consider how their proposals might best explore ways to build dynamic relationships between the Valley’s ecological resources, socio-cultural practices, and the built environment.
This call aims to explore the multifaceted aspects of fire, delving into its diverse manifestations, implications, and applications. As a powerful force of nature, fire has captivated curiosity since time immemorial, shaping our history, cultures, and scientific understanding. By examining various dimensions of fire, we seek to foster a comprehensive understanding of its significance with careful attention to every form of life, employing fields of knowledge ranging from environmental science and art to anthropology and literature. We encourage submissions that shed light on the intricate interplay between fire and its surroundings, encompassing both its destructive potential and its constructive applications. We particularly encourage applications from First Nations peoples with Indigenous cultural perspectives. Join us in unravelling the enigmatic nature of fire and its far-reaching impact on the world. We encourage experimental projects; all disciplines will be considered and evaluated for their viability.

CRITICAL NOTE: NO PROJECT PROPOSING ACTIVE FIRES WILL BE CONSIDERED.

For further information please email: info@nahr.it