
tulum jungle resilience project
Qualia Tulum Resilience Project is an independent, artist-run ceramic residency in the Mayan jungle of Tulum, Mexico. Hosting one artist at a time, Qualia provides a quiet, immersive environment for research, experimentation, and making, with access to a rustic pottery wheel, a traditional wood-fired brick kiln, and simple jungle accommodations. Rooted in craftsmanship, ecological awareness, and slow creative practice, the residency invites artists to develop new work in close dialogue with the landscape, local materials, and the transformative process of clay and fire.
permaculture inspired
upcycled materials
international community
ceiling fans
starlink wifi
private accomodation
The Residency
Qualia offers self-directed residencies for ceramic artists seeking uninterrupted studio time in a natural setting. Rather than following a structured program, residents are encouraged to establish their own rhythm, explore new ideas, and develop work through sustained engagement with clay, fire, and place.
Past Residents at Qualia:
Alexa Casil – Artist
Ana Violeta Trevizzo – Bio ethics
Angel Urrutia – Filmmaker
Beige Arce – Somatics
Cecilia Fikaris – Entrepreneur
Christian Kohl – Gallerist
Damiana Villarello – Cultural Producer
Diana Rojas – Biologist
Eliane Grazon – Psychology
Emmanuel Gutierrez – Agronomer
Flor Troveux – Art
Huper Sauper – Filmmaker
Joe Brat – Writer
Johnatan Maldonado – Bio Architecture
Joshephine Lameliux - Social Activist - Lawyer
Kevin – Luthier
Leo del Pozo – Space Lawyer
Lola Toscano – Producer
Loai Nami – Poet
Manuel May – Carpenter
Marakame Juan
Margarita Martin - Artist
Marcel Julien – Community Builder
The Ungoogable Michelangelo – Artist
Txana Ixa – Paié
Wesley A’harra – Music Producer
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