Palazzo Rinaldi is a lot more than just a space for Artists. It is also a family home warmed by a traditional southern Italian welcome, and is run by artists: thus providing a stimulating creative dialogue, practical assistance in researching and creating your work on location, and most importantly the opportunity to present your work to the local community through dedicated open studios days, performances, workshops, screenings and installations all through the summer. 















L: Erica Harney (USA), Palazzo Rinaldi AIR Sept ’11, showcasing works in progress.

R: Annika B. Lewis (DK) Palazzo Rinaldi AIR Jul ’11, in the physical theatre piece ‘The Homecoming’ devised while in Residency (Annika B. Lewis/ Caroline McSweeney)


Step back in time

Palazzo Rinaldi is a historical property dating back from 1822.  Every detail within, from the furniture to the original family photographs, has been preserved and speaks of ages past. You will step back in time setting to sleep in the original wrought-iron beds, admiring the sweeping view from the terrace or setting off for a country walk down the village’s winding cobbled streets or buying fruit from one of the street sellers in the piazza. At the same time modern comforts are a priority at Palazzo Rinaldi, and Resident Artists will find everything they need for their creative work as well as rest and relaxation: from free wi-fi and studios accessible 24 hours a day, to sun loungers on the terrace and Ipod docks for music and relaxation.

 

Artists’ facilities

Resident Artists stay in exquisitely appointed private bedrooms in the original 1822 Palazzo Rinaldi building. The Palazzo’s spacious, high ceilinged bedrooms have original period furniture and features such as oak ceiling beams and baked cotto floor tiles. The small scale of the Residency means that our bedrooms guarantee privacy and a quiet environment for all our Resident Artists. Our Master Bedroom also come with a breathtaking view of the Sarmento valley below. Extra beds can be added upon request. Artists in residence are also provided with free wi-fi connection throughout the Palazzo, a cotton bathrobe & slippers for personal use during their stay, weekly towel change, local area information and a welcome tray on arrival.

Home made, delicious breakfasts

Italian food doesn’t get any more traditional than in the remote South.  Here you will be able to enjoy our famous home cooked organic breakfast, which you will be able to enjoy outdoors on our panoramic terrace. Our breakfast items are all locally sourced, seasonal and organic wherever possible, and include mamma Pina’s delicious home made jams!  Vegetarian  and vegan options are also available.

Everything you need, in one place

At Palazzo Rinaldi you will have unrestricted access to our two in-house Artists’ Studios 24-hours a day...or whenever inspiration strikes! 31 and 16 sqm in size, these are equipped with running water, easels, digital projector, large work tables and chairs.  Resident Artists are responsible to bring their own tools and materials, with some basic materials available on site, please enquire for details. Starting from 2012 Palazzo Rinaldi will also inaugurate its new Gallery space, entirely dedicated to showcasing the works of its Artists-in-Residence.

...and a lot more.


  1. -Interaction with the local community. Palazzo Rinaldi offers all its Resident Artists the opportunity to exhibit their work, promoting interaction with the local community through curated open studio days, exhibitions, performances, screenings and events all through the summer. 


  1. -Workshops and guided day-trips.  Discover the many places of interest in the Basilicata region.


  1. -A close-knit, welcoming community of former Residents who communicate and exchange on the basis of their works an dpresence at Palazzo Rinaldi, sparking collaborations and lasting friendships. Residents can also avail of our facebook page where they can post details and links of their exhibitions and recent works as well as keeping in touch and making new connections.

Palazzo Rinaldi is a sensitive heritage environment containing delicate items of cultural significance, as such we regret it cannot accommodate very young children or pets. Our location at the highest point of an ancient hilltop village involves climbing stairs and steep cobbled paths, it is therefore best suited to people who are fully mobile and in good health.
2012 Residency Fees Opening dates: 28th May to 10th September 2012 Weekly Residencies (7 or 14 nights) Single occupancy: private bedroom, full breakfast daily & 24hr access to in-house studios 1 week: Eur315 2 weeks: Eur630 Double occupancy in private bedroom, full breakfast daily & 24hr access to two in-house studios 1 week: Eur455 2 weeks: Eur910 Residencies can be of a minimum of 5 nights and a maximum of one month in duration. Additional third bed can be provided at Eur25 per night, inclusive of breakfast. New for 2012: private apartment stay Residency stay in private apartment within the main Palazzo Rinaldi building. Features independent access, personal studio, panoramic bedroom view and private bathroom. Breakfast included. Ideal for couples and small families. Please contact us at info[at]palazzorinaldi.com for full details
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Note on Residency Fees: Palazzo Rinaldi currently receives no financial support from either public or private sources.  Despite this, the Residency is actively working towards the future goal of eliminating Residency Fees and being able to offer Bursaries to its Artists in Residence.  At the moment the above Residency Fees, which are set as low as possible, are necessary to cover the costs of running the program and the day-to-day maintenance of a large historical property. By attending the Residency, you are also keeping it alive.

In line with Palazzo Rinaldi's mission statement, all its Resident Artists are invited to exhibit in our Gallery and take part in the curated events that take place parallel to the Residencies free of charge.  All events are free and open to the public. 

Upon request Palazzo Rinaldi can provide written Invitation Letters to its confirmed Resident Artists in order to assist them in finding funding in their countries of origin.

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L: view from the terrace at sunset

R: Marisa Portolese (CAN) and David J. Romero (MEX/CAN) on a photo shoot, Jul ’10

Leo Bersamina (USA) at work, Resident Jun ’11

Multimedia Artist Yuan Ma (China/ USA), Palazzo Rinaldi Resident Aug ’11

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