Ses12naus Residency, Ibiza
Ses Dotze Naus
Ses Dotze Naus Foundation is a non-profit organization, started in 2016 with the goal of reinforcing the cultural and artistic fabric of Ibiza, and transforming it into an international reference for contemporary artistic creation.
Through a rigorous program that includes artist residencies, exhibitions, and public programs, Ses Dotze Naus aims to ignite social change and expand the cultural identity of the island.
The Residency
This is an open call for a two-phase residency hosted by Ses Dotze Naus and available to:
One visual artist or curator based in the Balearic Islands; and
Two visual artists or curators based in Spain or elsewhere in Europe.
During the first phase of their residency, participants engage with the island through research and exploration, fostering a rich contextual understanding. The second phase invites participants to return to the island to finalize their projects: the artists will produce their works, the curators will continue their research, and both will hold public activities and present the results of the projects developed during the residency.
This framework enables participants to engage deeply with the island of Ibiza and its communities and to develop—or further expand—a project in dialogue with its context, encouraging new perspectives and ways of thinking that are inspired by the island.
Locations
The residency takes place in two locations within the municipality of Santa Eulària des Riu, a district of Ibiza:
Accommodation on a 30-hectare farm in the center of the island, near the town of Santa Gertrudis de Fruitera; and
Workspace at La Carpintería, the Foundation’s center for creation located in the Can Bufí industrial area near the city of Ibiza.
Previous Participants
Participants in previous editions of Ses Dotze Naus residencies have included: Ana Laura Aláez (ES), Nina Beier (DK), Karen P. Biswell (CO), Sofia Eliza Bouratsis (GR), Simon Dybbroe Møller (DK), Feipel & Bechameil (BE), Juan Gómez Alemán (ES), Hauptmeier|Recker (DE), Andrés Izquierdo (ES), Violeta Janeiro (ES), Nihat Karatasli (TR), Keiken (GB), Ndayé Kouagou (FR), Ian Monroe (US), Cristina Stolhe (ES), Damien Poulain (FR), Raquel Victoria (ES), and Santiago Ydáñez (ES), among others.
Purpose of the Call
Through this Balearic and European call, Ses Dotze Naus promotes artistic mobility and exchange between different contexts, whilst supporting the careers of artists and curators at any stage of their careers. The program aims to foster artistic production and generate new critical perspectives.
Residency Dates
Phase 1: November 23 to December 14, 2025 (3 weeks)
Phase 2: May 18 to June 8, 2026 (3 weeks)*
*Subject to change with advance notice
Who Can Participate
This call is open to Balearic, Spanish and European-based visual artists and curators. There is no age limit.
Number of Residencies
For the 2025–2026 edition, three projects will be selected:
One visual artist or curator based in the Balearic Islands;
Two visual artists or curators based in Spain or elsewhere in Europe.
About the Project
The proposal may involve completing a full project, initiating a new long-term project, or continuing an ongoing investigation. It should clearly explain both the overall project and the specific phase of the process intended to be carried out during each phase of the residency.
The project must be the original work of the applicant, who must hold all intellectual property rights to it.
Particular consideration will be given to projects that explore aspects of the island of Ibiza and propose new dialogues with its international projection, imaginaries, communities, and cultural and natural heritage.
Proposals that demonstrate how the residency experience on Ibiza could positively contribute to the project, as well as its potential to engage with the island and local communities, will be highly valued.
The final presentation of the project may take various formats — such as an exhibition, event, or other artistic proposal. Participants will have access to La Carpintería, SES DOTZE NAUS’ exhibition and creation space, or other possible island locations determined in advance with the Foundation according to the project’s needs.
Applicants are expected to include one public activity per phase of the residency. These activities should relate to the research or production processes, or to the final presentation of the project.
Resources, Funds, and Support
Honoraria:
Each resident will receive a financial award of €2,000 (€1,000 per phase). Applicable taxes and withholdings will be applied to these amounts.Travel Expenses:
Up to €330 (€165 per phase) for participants from Spain and up to €770 (€385 per phase) for participants from other European countries. The Foundation will purchase flights on behalf of the artists.Production Expenses:
Artists: Up to €3,000 for production and public presentation, including transportation of work if necessary. Additionally, the Foundation will cover up to €500 for installation costs related to the final public presentation, and up to €900 for other costs associated with the public activities.
Curators: The Foundation will cover up to €900 for costs associated with the public activities and final presentation of the project developed during the residency.
Payments:
The honoraria for each phase of the residency will be paid in two installments: 50% at the start and 50% at the end of each stay on the island, upon submission of the corresponding invoices. The production allowance will be paid in 2026, once the final report, invoices, and receipts are submitted. Advances may be considered depending on the needs of each project.Resources:
The SES DOTZE NAUS Foundation will provide selected candidates with the following:Accommodation: One private room in an apartment located on the property. The apartment includes two bedrooms, each with a private bathroom and independent access from the garden, as well as a shared kitchen and living room.
Workspace: At La Carpintería, the Foundation’s center for creation. Dimensions and furniture will be defined according to project needs. Technical resources available include projectors, speakers, machinery, tools, and other equipment.
Production Assistance: Support for public activities and presentations.
Travel: A vehicle will be available for use throughout the stay.
Airport Transfers.
Support and Guidance
The Foundation team offers ongoing support, connections to local individuals and organizations, and informal meetings throughout the residency.
Documentation to Be Presented
Applicants must register via the form available at www.ses12naus.org. The dossier requested to complete the form must not exceed 10 pages or 10 MB in size and should include:
Biography or CV: Including information about your areas of work and previous projects.
Letter of motivation: Explaining your reasons for applying for the residency.
Detailed project description: Text and images explaining the methodologies to be used and the work plan for each phase of the residency.
Proposed content and format: For the public activities and presentations.
Possible resources or deliverables: To be generated as a result of each phase, which can be shared on the Foundation's communication channels.
Additional documentation or links: Any other complementary materials that help explain or expand upon aspects of the project.
Documentation may be submitted in Spanish or English. Applications that do not meet these requirements will be excluded.
Application Deadline
October 20, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (CET)
No applications will be accepted after the deadline.
Evaluation Criteria
Profile and trajectory of the applicant: The applicant’s artistic background, as well as the coherence between their previous practice and the proposed project.
Artistic quality of the project: Originality and theoretical/conceptual rigor.
Relevance and significance of the proposal in relation to the island’s context: Projects that establish relevant connections with the territory.
Feasibility of the project and suitability to the residency’s resources and timeframe: Degree of project definition, clarity in its phased development, and appropriateness to the residency’s technical, spatial, and temporal conditions.
Potential of the project to engage with the island and involve local communities: Proposals that emphasize relational and participatory processes, fostering dialogue with different audiences or local stakeholders.
Selection and Notification
The jury responsible for selecting the project will be composed of independent professionals of the arts and a representative of SES DOTZE NAUS Foundation.
Participants may be asked to provide more detailed information on any aspect of the submitted project, via email or interviews.
The selected applicant will be notified by email or phone by October 27, 2025.
The jury’s decision will be final and cannot be appealed. The jury also reserves the right to declare the call void.
Obligations
The selected candidates assume the following obligations:
Confirm in writing their acceptance of the residency and these terms to the Foundation within a maximum of 5 calendar days after being notified of their selection. Failure to do so within this period will be considered a withdrawal.
Dedicate their residency to the development of the project for which they applied, adhering as closely as possible to the submitted work plan. Any substantial changes must be communicated to SES DOTZE NAUS in advance.
Make appropriate and responsible use of the resources that SES DOTZE NAUS will make available to them.
Participate in any activities organized by SES DOTZE NAUS in connection with the residency, which may include meetings, meals, and visits to locations on the island.
Submit a final report (maximum 1,500 words) within 10 calendar days of completing the second phase of the residency, summarizing the work carried out and providing an evaluation of their experience on the island.
Participation in this residency does not imply an employment relationship with SES DOTZE NAUS.
Contact: info@ses12naus.org