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ARTIST RESIDENCY | PORTUGUESE TILES - TRAVEL THROUGH | 8-14 MARCH 2026

from €1,800.00

Tavel through time with us this March at the Pousada Mosteiro de Guimarães. 

In this seven-day tile painting residency we will immerse ourselves into the artistry of the azulejos in this amazing Augustan monastery, now a five-star hotel in the Pestana Group.

During March 8-14th, 2026 we will live this history, coping details and scenes from tile panels dating back to the 15th century. 

Whether you are a professional artist or someone with zero experience in the arts this residency is the perfect fit to escape into an active creative practice while immersing into the art history and legacy of Portuguese Azulejos.

Everyone is welcome at this residency. Turn away from your day-to-day life and escape into a zero decision fatigue all inclusive creative retreat. Perfect for solo travelers, family groups, a friend reunion or to broaden your professional skill, a residency through Atelier Retiro makes it easy to let the world fall away for a time to make room for your creative spirit. 

In addition to lasting memories and heirlooms to take home with you, every single participant leaves with an international gallery group shop to add to their CV at Nº6 Ceramics Gallery. Depending on your country of origin this can benefit you in many ways to offset your travel costs (consult your accountant) as well as build your life experiences.

If you are paying in US dollars, 3200€ converts to 3745,38$ (values before fees; see current exchange rate to confirm).

The price includes the 23% VAT applicable in Portugal.

This service is non-refundable.

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Tavel through time with us this March at the Pousada Mosteiro de Guimarães. 

In this seven-day tile painting residency we will immerse ourselves into the artistry of the azulejos in this amazing Augustan monastery, now a five-star hotel in the Pestana Group.

During March 8-14th, 2026 we will live this history, coping details and scenes from tile panels dating back to the 15th century. 

Whether you are a professional artist or someone with zero experience in the arts this residency is the perfect fit to escape into an active creative practice while immersing into the art history and legacy of Portuguese Azulejos.

Everyone is welcome at this residency. Turn away from your day-to-day life and escape into a zero decision fatigue all inclusive creative retreat. Perfect for solo travelers, family groups, a friend reunion or to broaden your professional skill, a residency through Atelier Retiro makes it easy to let the world fall away for a time to make room for your creative spirit. 

In addition to lasting memories and heirlooms to take home with you, every single participant leaves with an international gallery group shop to add to their CV at Nº6 Ceramics Gallery. Depending on your country of origin this can benefit you in many ways to offset your travel costs (consult your accountant) as well as build your life experiences.

If you are paying in US dollars, 3200€ converts to 3745,38$ (values before fees; see current exchange rate to confirm).

The price includes the 23% VAT applicable in Portugal.

This service is non-refundable.

No experience. No worries. Just clay.

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  • In the Full Residency, in addition to all the necessary materials and resources, lunches and morning and afternoon snacks on workdays are included.

    In the Residency Without Meals, only the materials and resources necessary for the classes are included.

  • The classes will be taught in English and Portuguese.

  • It is important that all participants have a spirit of adventure, a willingness to learn, and short, well-groomed nails.

    The nails should be short to work at the pottery wheel, allowing the tips of the fingers to be used without scratching or puncturing the clay.

  • Participants should wear clothing and footwear that they do not mind getting dirty.

    Additionally, it is important to note that Atelier Retiro does not have air conditioning. It is an old granite building, typically cool, but clothing should be suitable for the season: light in summer and warm in winter.

    Atelier Retiro has a washing machine available for residents to wash their muddy clothes.