Grabart Art Print Barcelona
Artist residence studio workshop in Barcelona, provided by the legendary art print studio founded in 1945 by Joan Barbarà. GRABART is the residence program of Taller 46 by Joan Barbarà, this is an international artists residency program providing the opportunity to live and create work in Barcelona, located at the Joan Barbará Printmaking workshop, one of the most important and historic workshops of Europe that hosted masters such as Joan Miró, Pablo Picasso, Joseph Beuys, Victor Vasarely, Salvador Dalí, Antoni Tàpies, and contemporary artists like Jaume Plensa.
Our objective is to provide facilities for artists to easily start their projects and offer a community in which they can participate as much as they like. We provide the necessary support and encouragement to help you get the most out of your stay here. We are here for our residents regarding any concerns or needs that they may have during their stay. A highly recommended and very unique experience.
LOCATION:
The workshop is located in the original atelier of the legendary artist Joan Barbará in a typical Catalan home of the early 20th century nestled in the heart of Gracia, a beautiful and dynamic area of Barcelona city renowned for maintaining its local and traditional character.
- The selected artists will work at the Joan Barbarà workshop for a period from one week to 3 months.
calle República Argentina, 46. Barcelona
08023 Barcelona Barcelona
Spain
Residency Program Information
Residency Program Summary
Application Information
Application guidelines:
Please send the following to: grabartinfo@gmail.com
1. Name, Surname and Place of Residence
2. Resume describing your academic, artistic, professional and other relevant experience.
3. One-page cover letter explaining why you are interested in this program and what you hope to achieve by attending it.
4. Artists must submit 5 samples of work, in case the artist have a website please also provide the link.
5. Desired period of residence.
6. Do you need accommodation in Barcelona?
Prices:
Per day 65 € (4 hours)
Per week: 600 €
Per month: 1800 €
(Acommodation is not included, we can help you to find place to rent during your desired period of residency)
More info at the web site:
Accessibility
Housing & Accomodation
Studio & Facilities
Grabart is a project born of the spirit of opening doors and bringing knowledge to artists who wish to explore new techniques.
- The selected artists will work at the Joan Barbarà workshop for a period from one week to 3 months.
Techniques that can be used:
We offer the support and advice provided by our master printer.
Direct techniques: Sharp or sharp tools are used, such as:
- Burin
- Drypoint and all its variants of engraving
- Mezzotint
- Carborundum
- Gravure
- Oil slick
Indirect techniques: Acids are used to create the plate as:
- Aquatint
- Sugar engraving
- Hard Varnish
- Photo-etching ( for photo-etching is not included in the price the: photolites, emulsion for the photography in the plate, plates of metratch, copper, zinc, semi-hard copper and aluminum )
- Painting
(Many of the techniques can be mixed)
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Materials and supplies provided:
Plates, paper, and most inks available in the workshop (sizes vary)
(If the artist wants a plate of a certain size that is not available in the workshop, then have to purchase it)
(In the case the artist wants a special kind of paper it is not included in the price).
We also offer the option to purchase special papers.
Languages:
English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Hebrew and Catalan
Resident artists have access to the workshop from:
Monday to Thursday:
From 10am to 2pm and from 4pm to 8pm
Friday:
From 10am to 2pm
Duration:
From one week to 3 months.
Prices:
Per day 65 € (4 hours)
Per week: 600 €
Per month: 1800 €
(Acommodation is not included, we can help you to find place to rent during your desired period of residency)
Paid by artist:
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Applicants are encouraged to seek funding from relevant organizations in their own country. Once accepted, Grabart will provide letters of support to assist with grant applications.
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Flight tickets, food, visa paperwork, expenses, shipping costs, local transport etc.
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We have a stock of printing paper that is available to purchase if you like.
Application guidelines:
Please send the following to: grabartinfo@gmail.com
1. Name, Surname and Place of Residence
2. Resume describing your academic, artistic, professional and other relevant experience.
3. One-page cover letter explaining why you are interested in this program and what you hope to achieve by attending it.
4. Artists must submit 5 samples of work, in case the artist have a website please also provide the link.
5. Desired period of residence.
6. Do you need accommodation in Barcelona?
Deadline:
Ongoing