Organizer Information
Black Church Print Studio is one of Ireland’s leading fine art print studios and a long-established centre for contemporary printmaking practice in Dublin, Ireland. Founded to support artists working across traditional and experimental print media, the organization provides professional studio facilities, technical expertise, exhibitions, education programmes, and artist development opportunities for both Irish and international practitioners.
The studio is internationally recognized for supporting innovative contemporary printmaking while encouraging dialogue between artists, curators, technicians, and cultural organizations. Through its International Artist-in-Residence programme, established in 2009, Black Church Print Studio continues to foster cross-cultural exchange, collaborative learning, and the creation of ambitious new print-based works.
The residency programme is designed to support artists at different career stages by offering time, studio access, technical support, and professional visibility within Ireland’s contemporary art community. The programme particularly values experimentation, research-led practice, and engagement with contemporary printmaking methodologies.
Title & Description
Black Church Print Studio International Residency 2027
Black Church Print Studio is inviting international artists actively engaged in contemporary printmaking to apply for its four-week International Residency Programme taking place in Dublin, Ireland, during 2027. The residency offers professional printmakers the opportunity to develop new work, experiment with studio processes, and engage with one of Ireland’s most respected printmaking facilities.
The programme supports emerging, mid-career, and established artists whose practices are informed by contemporary printmaking. Selected residents will gain access to professional studio equipment, technical guidance, and a collaborative artistic environment designed to encourage innovation and exchange.
The residency emphasises artistic production, experimentation, and professional development. Artists are encouraged to use the residency period to research, produce new editions, expand technical approaches, and connect with Ireland’s broader contemporary arts community.
During the residency, participating artists will receive 24-hour access to the studio facilities, accommodation in a shared house, technical and administrative assistance, and a basic artist fee. In addition to developing their own work, residents are expected to contribute to the studio community through a print demonstration and/or artist talk discussing their artistic practice and residency experience.
The programme also aims to strengthen international artistic dialogue by creating opportunities for cultural exchange and collaboration among artists working within contemporary print disciplines.
Categories
- Printmaking
- Visual Arts
- Contemporary Art
- Fine Art
- Drawing
- Graphic Arts
- Mixed Media
- Paper-based Art
- Artist Residency
- Professional Practice
- Experimental Print Practice
Eligibility
- Open to international artists only.
- Applicants must be actively practicing professional printmakers.
- Emerging, mid-career, and established artists are eligible.
- Irish residents are not eligible to apply.
- Applicants must demonstrate engagement with contemporary printmaking practice.
- Artists working across experimental, traditional, and interdisciplinary print methodologies may apply.
- Applicants must be able to undertake a four-week residency period during 2027.
- Applications must be submitted in English.
The residency welcomes artists working across a wide range of contemporary print-based approaches, including traditional techniques, hybrid media, experimental editions, and research-based practices.
Program Benefits & Awards
Selected residents will receive a comprehensive residency support package designed to facilitate artistic production and professional development.
Residency Support
- Four-week international residency in Dublin, Ireland
- Private accommodation in a shared house
- 24-hour access to studio facilities and printmaking equipment
- Technical support from studio staff
- Administrative assistance throughout the residency
- Dedicated time for artistic research and production
Financial & Professional Support
- Basic artist fee provided
- Professional development opportunities
- Access to contemporary printmaking networks
- Opportunities for cultural exchange and collaboration
- Visibility within Ireland’s contemporary arts community
Community Engagement
- Present a print demonstration and/or artist talk
- Engage with the studio’s artistic community
- Contribute to the exchange of ideas and technical expertise
Donation Requirement
- One print for the BCPS Archive Collection
- One print for BCPS fundraising initiatives
Travel expenses and material costs are the responsibility of the participating artist.
Application Fee
€20
Application Requirements
- Project proposal outlining intended work during the residency (maximum 2 pages)
- Work plan
- Up to 10 artwork images
- Artwork details (title, date, medium, dimensions)
- Recent CV including exhibition history
- Short artist biography
- Two professional reference letters
- Maximum email size: 25MB
- Applications must be sent in PDF format only
- Email subject line: “BCPS International Residency”
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to participate in an online interview prior to final selection.
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 29 May 2026
- Residency Period: Four weeks during 2027
Location
Dublin, Ireland
Additional Details
The Black Church Print Studio International Residency Programme focuses strongly on artistic experimentation, technical exploration, and international collaboration within contemporary printmaking practice.
Applications are evaluated based on:
- Quality of artistic work
- Strength of the project proposal
- Professional experience and exhibition history
- Relevance to contemporary printmaking
- Professional references
The final selection process includes review by a panel composed of a Board Director and the Studio Technical Manager.
The residency encourages artists to expand their technical approaches while engaging with Dublin’s contemporary cultural landscape. Artists interested in interdisciplinary or research-driven printmaking practices are particularly encouraged to apply.