Founded in 2010 La Ira de Dios began as a gallery for emerging artists. It quickly evolved. La Ira de Dios transformed into something more experimental. This independent non-profit institution in Buenos Aires fosters artistic exchange. It develops contemporary art practices through residencies. It also organizes associations and public programs. La Ira de Dios provides a space for experimentation. It facilitates reflection and exchange among national and international artists and researchers. The goal is to create opportunities for the local art scene by collaborating with international institutions.
In 2014 La Ira de Dios moved to a larger industrial warehouse. This move reflected its expanding ambitions. The shift allowed for more experimental projects. International residency programs became a central focus. Since its inception La Ira de Dios has hosted over 40 exhibitions. More than 80 artists and researchers from 24 countries participated in its residency programs. The number of participants is a testament to La Ira de Dios’s growing global reach.
In 2018 a new chapter unfolded. La Ira de Dios relocated its residency programs to cheLA. cheLA is a center for art technology and community engagement. It is housed in a beautiful old industrial building. The building showcases rationalist architecture in Parque Patricios. The move allowed La Ira de Dios to expand its offerings. It also strengthened its connection to the local community.
La Ira de Dios hosts three residency programs annually. Each program lasts between four and eight weeks. Artists can also apply to work in private studios for up to six months. Each program selects up to ten international and local artists. Curators and researchers are also welcome. Residents share workspace and participate in various activities. They immerse themselves in new and ongoing projects. Public presentations are a key element of each residency. The residency culminates in an open studio exhibition. The exhibition is open to the public for the final days of the residency. Special visits and presentations are coordinated. A guest curator plays an integral role. They participate in candidate selection. They propose concepts and activities. They follow individual projects. They participate in work meetings and public presentations. Residents receive assistance from a production coordinator and the project directors. The schedule also includes visits to important art spaces in Buenos Aires. Visits from educational programs artists curators and critics are included. La Ira de Dios is a vital contributor to Buenos Aires’ vibrant contemporary art scene. Its commitment to fostering artistic exchange and experimentation is truly remarkable.