Our Artist-in-Residence (AiR) programme offers a space for research, experimentation and the development of new work. Artists have access to a wide range of printing techniques and technical expertise, a spacious workshop, non-toxic working methods, and a lively network of local and international artists, designers and makers.
Our residencies are intended as a space for exchange as much as production — a place to test ideas, develop new processes and make connections across disciplines and practices.
We offer 24/7 workshop access for our residents.
Our experienced department managers are available between Monday to Thursdays for guidance and technical support.
agalab offers a wide range of classic and digital printing techniques, including silkscreen printing on paper and textiles, analogue photography, etching (drypoint and aquatint), Toyobo (polymer plate printing), lithography (stone printing), relief printing (linocut, woodcut and letterpress), and more.
agalab offers six artist-in-residence places – two with accommodation and four without accommodation – that include 24/7 access to our facilities. These residencies are intended for artists with some experience in printmaking who are looking for a dedicated period of production and exchange. Residents become part of agalab’s growing artistic community, and are encouraged to exchange knowledge through shared activities. The two guest rooms are located beside the agalab facilities. By living and working at agalab for four weeks, residents have the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in their practice, benefiting from dedicated production time, professional workshop facilities, and technical support. Accommodation at agalab includes your own shower, shared toilets, a shared equipped kitchen, a washing machine, and a dryer. There is also an agalab bicycle that residents may use.
Other costs after the application
Applying is free. Selected artists pay a residency fee directly to agalab, and their place is confirmed once the fee has been paid:
Residency with 24/7 workshop access: €500
Duo residency: €750
Residency including accommodation: €1,450
Material costs are not included and are covered by the artist, with a €100 material deposit at the start of the residency. Whatever isn’t used is refunded at the end. Artists new to a technique can book a technical introduction at €55 per hour. Recent graduates (2024 to 2026) can apply for a 50% subsidised residency (accommodation not included). Residents donate two prints made during the residency to the agalab archive. Travel and living expenses are covered by the artist.
These costs are agreed and paid directly between the artist and agalab, not through Artit.