About

We-Che is the place we chose to live and work, it is an artist run project, founded and designed by artists for artists. Located near Trevelin in the Chubut region of Patagonia Argentina, it is indeed the most austral Art Residency. We offer a tranquil workspace in an inspiring environment, a place to connect with other artists and engage with Patagonia as a complex natural, historical, and cultural ecosystem, fostering a respectful relationship between Art and Nature. We offer 2 residency programs - Special book project : 1 month minimum, half guided to achieve a book project the program supports widely all projects that move toward a book form, from hand crafted artbook, to monographic catalog ready to print. (or poetry, fiction, essay) - General art residency program : self directed and modulable from 1 week to 2 month. We can host 3 (up to 4) residents simultaneously, all with private accommodation. We cannot host workshops, exhibitions or public events for the moment.

Local Information

“We-Che”, means “young” in Mapuche, reflects the residency’s emphasis on renewal, curiosity, and connection to place. Located on 2ha piece of landscape, crossed by a river, planted of pine trees and native trees and bush. In a rural and natural area, bordering the Cascadas de Nant Y Fall Protected Natural Area and just a few kilometers from the southern entrance of Los Alerces National Park. We-Che is situated on the 259 Road, approximately 13km from the town of Trevelín and 15km from Futaleufú and the Chilean border. Located close to the historic village of Trevelin (10km) founded by Welsh immigrants. In a beautiful natural nest, facing the pre-Andean mountains, backing onto a protected natural area of over 240 hectares, crossed by a river and its waterfalls. Facing the 16th of October Valley, its vineyards, its famous and vast 5million tulip field, and the majestic mountains in the background. Beautiful changing skies and clear nights (class 2) without light pollution.

Network Affiliations

• Alliance of Artist Communities
• Res Artis