Short Description:
As of this year, 2025, Palermofoto launches “Casa & Putìa”, an art residency program aimed at professional photographers who want to broaden their knowledge of ancient printing techniques, or visual artists with the same curiosity. casa & putìa is born from the desire to share knowledge of antique photographic techniques with a broader community of artists, encouraging the exchange of ideas and the discovery of new forms of expression.
Through this program, we aim to create a dialogue between past and present, offering a space where
experimentation and tradition intertwine in unexpected ways.
casa & putìa is also an opportunity to expand Palermofoto’s network beyond Italy, welcoming artists from
around the world and fostering a reciprocal cultural enrichment. The residency invites participants to explore the possibilities of historical photography printing techniques, while contributing with fresh perspectives and artistic sensibilities, ensuring a continuous exchange between art, technique, and contemporary visions.
Where are we located
The Residency is located in Palermo, Sicily (Italy). casa & putìa is not just a learning opportunity but also an immersive experience in one of the most fascinating cities in the Mediterranean. Palermo, with its millennia-old history, extraordinary architecture, and proximity to the sea, offers a unique and inspiring setting for any artist.
Residency periods
This open call refers to the following possible residency periods:
Autumn term
• November 23 – December 2, 2025
* if the artist would like to participate, but in a different period, please contact us at
casaeputia@palermofoto.it
Application
If you would like to apply to the program, please fill out the form at this link
Eligibility:
Applications are open worldwide
Program Benefits or Awards:
The program lasts 10 days, with arrival scheduled for Sunday.
• Accommodation: Private room with a double bed (suitable for a single artist or a duo/couple), with
access to a bathroom and kitchen (food and drinks not included)
• Intensive Training: Every day, for at least 5 hours (or more), residents will explore historical
photographic techniques, including:
◦ Cyanotype: A monochrome photographic process using iron salts, giving images a
characteristic blue tone.
◦ Van Dyke: A technique using silver and iron salts to produce deep brown-toned prints.
◦ Salt Paper: One of the earliest photographic processes, creating paper-based images
using sodium chloride and silver nitrate.
◦ Wet Collodion: A complex silver photographic process over glass plate that produces highly detailed and
visually striking unique images.
• Facilities and Equipment: Access to professional photo studio, darkroom, library, as well as all
necessary materials and equipment for workshops.
• Final Event– Casa Aperta: At the end of the residency, on Saturday, participants will present their
work in a public exhibition, which will remain installed until the following Saturday.
• Languages: Activities can be conducted in Italian / English / French.
• Membership to Palermofoto® Cultural Association
Entry Fee:
The participation fee is €1350, including accommodation, all materials used for the activities, access to the
workshops and training, final exhibition production and installation.
For duos we ask an additional contribution of 500 euros.
Location: Italy, Palermo
Deadline: September 30, 2025
Website link:
https://www.palermofoto.it/casa_putia_artist_residency-d15713
Apply link:
https://form.jotform.com/250443093711349
