Take part in the CRAFTWORK 4.0 ALL Residencies

November 2026 – August 2027

Are you involved in craftsmanship, art, design or any other creative practice and interested in exploring new techniques, sustainable materials and forms of co-creation? Then this opportunity is for you. 

Following the launch of the CRAFTWORK Academy in Skövde, Sweden, applications are now open to participate in the CRAFTWORK 4.0 ALL Residencies, an initiative co-funded by the European Union through the Creative Europe programme.

These residencies will enable creative professionals from across Europe to work collaboratively, develop an innovative craft piece and become part of an international network committed to sustainability, contemporary craftsmanship and innovation.

The project is supported and coordinated by Espronceda – Institute of Art & Culture in Barcelona, an official partner organisation of CRAFTWORK 4.0 ALL, which is actively involved in the design and implementation of this training model that combines tradition, digital tools and circular economies.

Key dates

• The residencies will take place between November 2026 and August 2027.
• The first information session will be held online on 19 September 2025.
• The deadline to register for the information sessions is 1 September 2025 at 10:00 (CET).

Registration form:

www.craftwork4all.com/residencies-onboarding

Duration and location

The residencies will last one or two weeks, at the discretion of each participant.

They will take place in: Bulgaria, Croatia, France, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden.

Financial support

Those selected will receive full financial support, covering travel, accommodation, living expenses and materials. Specific details will be presented during the first information session in September 2025.

Selection process

Participation in a series of online sessions (in English) will be a fundamental part of the selection process:

September – October 2025: 5 online sessions

1. 19 September (3:00–7:00 p.m.): Presentation of the 12 residencies
2. 26 September (3:00–5:00 p.m.): Presentation of the 240 participants and networking
3. 3 October (3:00–5:00 p.m.): How co-creation will work in the residencies
4. 10 October (3:00–7:00 p.m.): Speed dating session to start forming creative pairs
5. 17 October (3:00–5:00 p.m.): Getting to know each other better and final formation of pairs

In January 2026, the participants who will move on to the next stage will be selected.

March–July 2026: 5 online sessions with the host organisation

1. Immersion in the theme of the residency
2. Exploration of techniques, materials and references
3. Development of ideas and initial concept for the co-created piece
4. Design and production planning
5. Preparation and practice of the pitch to present the final project

Objectives

• Co-create a unique and innovative handcrafted piece
• Learn new techniques and approaches with other professionals from Europe
• Enhance your creative and professional practice
• Exhibit your work in the final CRAFTWORK 4.0 ALL exhibition
• Increase your visibility on the European circuit

A platform for the future of craftsmanship 

CRAFTWORK 4.0 ALL is much more than a residency: it is a platform for learning, collective creation, sustainability and the internationalisation of craftsmanship. The programme is free for those selected and offers mentoring, specialised training and links to a European network in the creative sector. To access the information sessions and find out all the details, complete the registration form before 1 September 2025.

More information at: www.craftwork4all.com

Are you interested in becoming a host organisation?

If you are involved in creation, craftsmanship or manage a studio and would like to participate as a host organisation in future CRAFTWORK 4.0 ALL activities, you can register on the website and subscribe to the newsletter to stay up to date with all the latest news about the project.