Felipe Assadi / Catalina Zarhi – “Confluencia”

Tatané Durán Martinoya is a Chilean ceramist who has lived in San Pedro de Atacama since the 1980s. Her work is influenced by the Atacama Desert’s landscapes, ancestral cultures, and the traditions of the Likan-Antay people. She specializes in high-temperature ceramics and hand-modeling techniques, creating both functional and sculptural pieces.

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North American artists Diane Burko and Richard Ryan visited Awasi Iguazú as part of the Awasi Artist Immersion.

They explored the Atlantic Rainforest, discovering its textures and wonders.

Diane captured the intricate patterns of tree trunks through rubbings on cloth, inspiring her future studio work. Richard collected native fruits and leaves to create an installation titled Atlantic Rainforest Tableau.

Through their art, both invite us to see the rainforest anew and reflect on the value of our environment.

Costa Rican musician, entrepreneur, and founder of Costaphonics, Santiago Roberts, visited Awasi Iguazú to participate in the Awasi Artist Immersion.

While in residence, he explored the landscapes of the Atlantic Rainforest, using sonification technology to reveal the hidden symphony of nature. He also connected with the Guaraní community, learning about their cultural relationship with sound and its deep significance in their traditions.

Roberts collaborated with a local rapper to create a composition that explores the intersection of technology and indigenous traditions, mixing natural sounds, indigenous choirs, beats, and rap verses. 50% of the royalties generated from this music will be directed to the Guaraní communities and all the artists involved will be credited accordingly.

Colombian textile artist and interior designer Carolina Salom visited Awasi Iguazu to participate in the Awasi Artist Immersion.

During her stay, the artist explored the natural dyes of the Atlantic Rainforest, experimenting with Misiones' red Ñau mud, native fungi, yerba mate and roots. She connected with members of the Guaraní community to learn traditional weaving techniques and the ancestral dyeing properties of the jungle flora. Additionally, Salom collaborated with local biologists to deepen her understanding of the diverse species of fungi.

The artist crafted a wool sculpture, naturally dyed with elements from the Atlantic Rainforest, which now adorns the main lodge at Awasi Iguazú.

The Italian perfumist Nuria du Chêne de Vère visited two Awasi Relais & Châteaux destinations to participate in the Awasi Artist Immersion.

During her residency, she delved into the wonders of the Atacama Desert and the Atlantic Rainforest to discover new fragances, textures and colors.

Back in her Milan atelier, the artist will distill these experiences into two perfumes, inviting guests to rediscover Awasi Iguazu and Awasi Atacama through scent.

Brazilian photographer, poet, and musician Fabiano Al Makul participated in the Awasi Artist Immersion at Awasi Iguazu.

During his visit, Al Makul captured the poetic essence of Misiones through his lens. With a deep passion for Brazilian music, he played his cavaquinho and performed a heartfelt song for members of the Guarani community, offering advice on finding happiness.

Brazilian and Amsterdam-based mixed-media artist Luiza Guidi visited Awasi Iguazu to participate in the Awasi Artist Immersion.

During her residency, Guidi explored the Atlantic Rainforest, reconnecting with her childhood roots. She documented her observations of the local flora, landscapes and Misiones's history in a sketchbook.

She also met with Awasi Iguazu’s chef Mauricio Alvez, to learn about the region's authentic flavors and ingredients.

Back in her studio, Guidi is creating an artwork that captures the essence of the Misiones ecosystem — its red soil, waterfalls, and unique plant life.

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In May 2024, five international artists embarked on a 7-day journey to the Atlantic Rainforest of Awasi Iguazu to explore the region's water cycles and discover the importance of water flows.

The Rio de Janeiro based visual artist and sculptor Gabriela Ezcurra visited Awasi Iguazú to participate in the Awasi Artist Immersion.

While-in-residence, the artist had the opportunity to meet the local artisan Inés Fertl and visit her studio, exploring diverse techniques to work with Ñaú mud from the Misiones riverbank. Following this, Ezcurra crafted an installation for our main lodge titled ‘Suelo Vivo (Living Soil)’, which replicates leaves and seeds that blanket the floor of the Atlantic rainforest.

Gabriela Ezcurra’s curious and adventurous spirit, aligned with the Awasi excursions, is evident in the primary focus of her artistic work: nature. The encounter of the exotic flora and fauna of Iguazú inspired the artist to watercolour paint and depict the mesmerising beauty of a toucan.