Join Temperature Check: São Paulo

A curated experience centering Black cultural stewardship across the diaspora

Apply to Join Temperature Check: São Paulo Cultural Stewardship Experience

We invite you to apply for the inaugural Temperature Check: São Paulo Cultural Stewardship Experience, taking place September 2nd–7th, 2025.

This curated journey brings together a small group of Black patrons, artists, curators, and cultural leaders to explore São Paulo and engage with Brazil’s vibrant cultural landscape.

Designed for individuals committed to cultural care, preservation, and stewardship through active patronage and collecting, this intimate experience offers guided connections and intentional space for reflection and dialogue across the diaspora.

Participation is limited. Applications help us build a thoughtful, values-aligned cohort. We encourage early applications to ensure consideration.

Applications are due by May 21st, 2025, for priority consideration. Final applications will be accepted through May 31st.

Confirmations will be shared the week of June 2nd, 2025.

APPLICATION

Name

First Name

Last Name

Phone

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Address

Address 1

Address 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

Tell us a bit about your background—personal, professional, or otherwise—as it relates to your interest in this experience, and your capacity to meaningfully engage as a collector or cultural steward.

Professional/ Personal Affiliation

Please share your LinkedIn or professional website (if you have one)

This helps us better understand your background and how this experience might align with your journey.

Where are you in your collecting journey? (select all that apply)

I’m beginning to explore collecting

I’ve acquired a few works and want to learn more

I actively collect and am building a focused collection

I engage as a supporter/patron but not formally a collector

Other (please describe)

What draws you to participate in this experience? (short answer)

What artists, galleries, or types of works are you most excited to explore during this experience?

How do you see this experience informing your collecting or patronage in the future?

Are you interested in exploring acquisitions during this experience?

What values, themes, or narratives are important to you as a cultural steward? (short answer)

Preferred Package:

Please select your package. Your selection will confirm your package if your application is approved.

Do you have any dietary or accessibility needs we should be aware of?

FAQs

This program is designed for Black patrons, collectors, cultural leaders, and arts enthusiasts seeking deeper connection to global Black cultural production through guided, immersive experiences.
We welcome both emerging and established collectors. We also welcome those interested in cultural stewardship, philanthropy, and cultural care to apply.
No. Temperature Check is a curated, private experience with limited capacity, designed to foster intentional dialogue, reflection, and connection.
There is no obligation to acquire work. We encourage participants to explore their interests, and advisory support is provided for those considering acquisitions.
Participants should be comfortable walking moderate distances (museum/gallery tours, artist studios). Accommodations can be made with advance notice.
As of 2025, U.S. citizens will require a tourist visa to enter Brazil. We recommend applying at least 45 days before departure. We’ll provide participants with visa guidance and documentation upon acceptance.
No—your hosts and partners will provide guidance in English. A few helpful phrases will be shared prior to the trip
A $750 or $1,500 deposit (depending on your preferred package) is due by June 15th to secure your spot. Final payment is due July 31st. Deposits are non-refundable; cancellations after July 31st are non-refundable.