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title: One-Week Printmaking Residency
description: >-
  One-week intaglio printmaking residency in Portugal with a new technique each
  day, studio space, materials and accommodation for a 525€ fee.
url: 'https://www.artsume.com/programs/81046b90-5907-48fc-b531-31965c212fc2'
type: program
status: closed
createdAt: '2026-09-04'
updatedAt: '2026-09-30'
programType: Residency
organization: CÓRTEX FRONTAL
organizationUrl: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/cortex-frontal'
deadline: '2026-09-04'
location: Córtex Frontal
isOnline: false
compensationRange: >-
  No payment to the artist; 525€ participation fee covers accommodation, studio
  space, materials and a weekend field trip.
disciplines:
  - printmaking
  - intaglio
---

# One-Week Printmaking Residency

**Hosted by:** CÓRTEX FRONTAL

**Type:** Residency | **Location:** Córtex Frontal | **Deadline:** September 4, 2026

## About This Program

> "Intaglio printmaking: plate-making and printing techniques"

An immersive exploration into plate-making and printing techniques. This residency offers participants a unique opportunity to deepen their understanding of intaglio printmaking through hands-on experimentation, individual guidance, and focused studio time. The week is dedicated to learning a variety of printmaking techniques, with each day introducing a new process. Participants will engage with real examples of plates and prints to better understand each method. Daily demonstrations begin at 9:30 AM, followed by practical plate-making sessions. After a lunch break from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, the studio remains active until 5:30 PM for continued work and exploration. This residency is ideal for artists seeking a structured yet open environment to expand their printmaking practice. Curiosity is the most important. Participants are encouraged to bring drawings, sketchbooks, or any visual material that inspires them.

## Eligibility & Requirements

- **Disciplines:** printmaking, intaglio

## Compensation & Benefits

No payment to the artist; 525€ participation fee covers accommodation, studio space, materials and a weekend field trip.

Participation fee is 525€ and includes: accommodation in private bedroom in the Córtex Frontal house; access to shared areas (equipped kitchen, dining, living rooms, terrace, patio and garden); studio space (private or shared according to availability); free access to laundry and bikes; participation in the Under Pressure activities; materials for the workshops; field trip during the weekend.

## What's Provided

- **Housing:** Provided - Artists accommodation and house studios are located in the center of the town, in a XVIII century manor house. The area for residency has: 9 rooms, 4 bathrooms, 1 kitchen, living and dining room, meeting and projection room. Studios and work spaces, terrace, garden and courtyard. Single artists will be accommodated in private rooms with a private or shared bathroom according to availability.
- **Materials Support:** Available - Printmaking studio, materials included; materials for the workshops are covered by the participation fee.
- **Studio Access:** Provided - According to the discipline and needs there will be assigned a working space for each artist in a private or shared studio. Each working space is furnished with table, chair, light, shelves and wall boards. The residency has a printmaking studio, photo st

## Timeline

- **Opens:** September 4, 2026
- **Deadline:** September 4, 2026
- **Program Start:** November 27, 2026
- **Program End:** December 3, 2026

## How to Apply

Apply at: https://forms.gle/7iZCqBS1GvbyUckM7