Residency for a botanical artist in historic gardens – USA It offers a unique opportunity for researchers, creators, and enthusiasts of visual arts and botany who are citizens of Cape Verdeimmerse themselves in the rich natural and scenic heritage of the United States. This initiative, funded by prestigious American institutions, aims to promote the intersection between art and science, encouraging the documentation and creative interpretation of flora in significant historical gardens.

Selected candidates will have the opportunity to reside for a specified period in some of the most iconic historic gardens in the USA, protected and preserved for their ecological and historical importance. During their stay, artists will have access to unique botanical collections, historical archives, and guidance from local experts who will share their knowledge of biodiversity, gardening history, and conservation techniques. The goal is for artists to develop creative projects that result in original works of art, such as paintings, illustrations, sculptures, photographs, or installations, directly inspired by the beauty, diversity, and history of plants and their environments.

This residency not only fosters high-quality artistic creation but also contributes to raising public awareness about the importance of nature conservation and botanical heritage. The aim of this program is to strengthen cultural and artistic ties between Cape Verde and the United States, promoting the exchange of knowledge and experiences and opening new perspectives on the artistic exploration of the natural world. The experience gained in American historical gardens may inspire new approaches to the study and preservation of Cape Verde's endemic and exotic flora, encouraging the production of knowledge and its dissemination through art. It is also intended that the artists, upon their return, will share their discoveries and creations with their communities of origin, broadening the reach and impact of this initiative.

Those interested in applying for this prestigious residency must submit all necessary documentation by [date]. May 31, 2026All detailed information regarding eligibility requirements, the application process, and the list of participating gardens can be found at the following address: https://www.osgf.org/residencies/botanical-art-residency