The Artist in Residence is invited to produce a body of work on our lovely premises. Monte Azul provides the Resident Artist with a private Cottage, complete meals prepared and designed specifically to suite his/her palate and health concerns, the use of a work studio and the use of the graphic studio.

Artists are encouraged to experience all that Monte Azul has to offer both on the property and beyond, with visits to galleries and museums in San José, or to the natural environment Costa Rica is famous for throughout the world. In some instances, the Residency may include an exhibition with a catalogue. The artist in residence may also present a lecture or workshop while in Costa Rica.

Please note there is no application process.
Residency Awards are by invitation only.

The facilities at Monte Azul are available to artists in the Artist in Residence program. These include a painting studio and a printmaking studio. Artists are invited to create original works in various media including paint, sculpture, mixed media or site specific installations. The printing press, a 1978 Griffin, can be used for limited editions, monotypes and other press formats. The facilities are also available for hire to artists submitting a proposal.

Visiting Artists will be selected by similar means as Resident Artist and be for a shorter period and more frequent throughout the year. A Visiting Artist may head workshops, give lectures, seminars and tutelage to selected participants as well as work with others one-on-one.

Our lovely facilities are available for hire for independent study. Rates would be determined by the specific needs and goals. Please contact Monte Azul at info@monteazulcr.com with any questions, we will be happy to help you plan a working vacation to Costa Rica!