Our idea of a travelling print residency combines the two best things in the world - printing and travelling!

  
In this second edition, we're planning a seaside trip along the coast of the Black Sea. We're going to make a 7-day road trip starting from the south and moving north. We'll go camping a bit, we'll do short hikes, we'll dip in healing mud baths, stroll in the old seaside towns, go canoeing, or who knows what more... 

  
So, swimming would be a nice skill if you'd like to join! Mosquitos are to be considered! 

  
The road trip will end at Nopoint for an 8-day intense printing session and everyone will develop their silkscreen and/or riso project. Travelling will be with our van - yes, the same old one that we did the Risonate trip with. But instead of travelling with the Riso as a companion, we’re going to take aboard 3 artists. 

  
**DATES**: 16 June - 30 June 2025

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

* All-time access to the studio and supervised use of all equipment to work, produce and experiment with silkscreen or risograph printing.
* All-time project support, guidance on silkscreen and risograph printing, and technical assistance on a case-to-case basis provided by a Nopoint staff member. A Nopoint staff will be available to support the Artist during printing and use of the specialised studio equipment in order to prevent damage.
* All-time access and use of all the shared spaces in the house - the kitchen, the garden, a common room, a bathroom, and accommodation in a shared hostel-like room with up to two other artists. There is Wi-Fi in the house.
* All materials for an edition of 40 silkscreen prints of up to 4 colours, size up to 50x70, and an edition of 50 risograph prints of up to 5 colours and up to A3\. For silkscreen projects, this includes silkscreen paint pigments, paint base, emulsion, test paper, 50 sheets of high-quality paper, and cleaning chemicals. For Risograph projects, this includes RISO inks, test papers, masters, and 60 sheets of high-quality paper. Any additional projects are only possible after further discussion and scheduling and are subject to an additional quote.
* Transportation with our van from Sofia, around the coast, and to Nopoint, regular trips to town for grocery shopping, and a ride to the nearest town of Gabrovo at the end of the program.
* All materials for an edition of 40 silkscreen prints of up to 4 colours, size up to 50x70, and an edition of 50 risograph prints of up to 5 colours and up to A3\. For silkscreen projects, this includes silkscreen paint pigments, paint base, emulsion, test paper, 50 sheets of high-quality paper, and cleaning chemicals. For Risograph projects, this includes RISO inks, test papers, masters, and 60 sheets of high-quality paper. Any additional projects are only possible after further discussion and scheduling, and are subject to an additional quote.
* Accommodation during the travelling part and a shared hostel-like room in the house for the artists.
* A few bikes to explore the lovely mountain area and find yourself all the breathtaking views.
* Full support regarding the application process, including planning and scheduling, travel plans, and providing additional information about the place, location, etc.
* Assistance with information and an invitation letter for artists seeking grants to secure their funding for the program.

  
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED: 

* Project-specific art materials’ costs. This includes paints, brushes, markers, pens, chalks, or any other materials that artists need for the creation of their designs. Please, keep in mind that we are located in a small village, near a small Bulgarian town, Gabrovo. This means that art materials in the area are limited to the very basics, and you might not find a big variety of anything. We advise all artists to bring their favourite or needed pens, markers, paints, etc.
* Food is not covered in the program and artists are responsible to supply and cook for themselves. A fully furnished shared kitchen is available for everyone to use. We very much enjoy shared meals and we often cook and eat together. As there is not a shop in the village, we are going to help you with transportation to town for shopping.
* Transportation costs to and from Bulgaria (plane/train/bus tickets, visas, etc.) and artists are responsible for covering it.
* Any shipping costs of artwork, paper, or other materials, created during the residency.

Travelling Print Residency

The Print Residency Program at Nopoint Atelier is created to provide artists with time and space to explore, research, and exchange ideas while having access to a fully equipped silkscreen and risograph studio. Its focus is on offering technical support and guidance from a professional who has worked with these printing techniques in order to provide artists with a better understanding of the process of screen and riso printing. 

  
During the program, artists will go through all stages of creating a silkscreen and/or risograph print edition - from the creative part of designing, through file separation, mixing paints, exposing screens, printing, and signing the edition. 

  
Artists receive technical guidance and assistance on a case-to-case basis, helping them understand and consider the possibilities and restrictions that screen and riso printing hold. Artists are supported in exploring possible problematic points, finding solutions, and making sure they end up with a well-prepared file, ready for printing. 

  
And then comes the actual work - the preparation for printing and printing itself. The InHouse Print Residency is all about visiting us at Nopoint for two weeks to provide yourself with the time and space to focus on your work, explore silkscreen and riso printing with our support, experiment, exchange ideas, and see what an unknown environment will bring your way.

  
**Three dates are available for the 2025 season:** 

* 21 July - 4 August
* 18 August - 1 September
* 15 September - 29 September

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

* All-time access to the studio and supervised use of all equipment to work, produce and experiment with silkscreen or risograph printing.
* All-time support and guidance on silkscreen and risograph printing from the Nopoint team. You will learn how to work with the studio equipment and get a walkthrough of the process. You will explore the whole printing process and understand how silkscreen or riso printing works. When you start printing, you will receive guidance and help with the process, while printing yourself.
* All-time access and use of all the shared spaces in the house - the kitchen, the garden, a common room, a bathroom, and accommodation in a shared hostel-like room with up to two other artists. There is Wi-Fi in the house.
* All materials for an edition of 40 silkscreen prints of up to 4 colours, size up to 50x70, and an edition of 50 risograph prints of up to 5 colours and up to A3\. For silkscreen projects, this includes silkscreen paint pigments, paint base, emulsion, test paper, 50 sheets of high-quality paper, and cleaning chemicals. For Risograph projects, this includes RISO inks, test papers, masters, and 60 sheets of high-quality paper. Any additional projects are only possible after further discussion and scheduling, and are subject to an additional quote.
* Pick-up from the nearest town at the beginning of the program and a drop at the bus/train station at the end of the program
* A few bikes to explore the lovely mountain area and find yourself all the breathtaking views
* Full support regarding the application process, including scheduling, project-specific materials costs calculation, travel plans, and information.
* Assistance with information about the studio and an invitation letter for artists seeking grants to secure their funding for the residency program.

  
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED: 

* Project-specific art materials’ costs. This includes paints, brushes, markers, pens, chalks, or any other materials that artists need for the creation of their designs. Please, keep in mind that we are located in a small village, near a small Bulgarian town, Gabrovo. This means that art materials in the area are limited to the very basics, and you might not find a big variety of anything. We advise all artists to bring their favourite or needed pens, markers, paints, etc.
* Food is not covered in the program and artists are responsible to supply and cook for themselves. A fully furnished shared kitchen is available for everyone to use. We very much enjoy shared meals and we often cook and eat together. As there is not a shop in the village, we are going to help you with transportation to town for shopping.
* Transportation costs to Nopoint/Bulgaria (plane/train/bus tickets, visas, etc.) and artists are responsible for covering it.
* Any shipping costs of artwork, paper, or other materials, created during the residency.

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