OUR WORKSHOP AND FACILITIES

ADDRESS

Veg 608 - 3, Longyearbyen, 9170 Svalbard (by the Fire Station). The workshop is a 10-15 minute walk from the Artica accommodation building.

Please Note: Residents that are shipping materials and equipment to use during their residency should send parcels to: Artica Svalbard, Postbox 321, Longyearbyen, 9170 Norway

PROFESSIONAL PRINTING WORKSHOP

Our 84m² professional print workshop is highly adaptable, suitable for use as a professional print studio, event space, or artist studio. It accommodates various printmaking techniques including intaglio, etching, drypoint, woodcut, linocut, and mono-prints.

The workshop includes:

  • Two printing presses, generously donated by the Queen Sonja Print Award for our opening in 2016:

    • Atelje Sjöström Grafik Plate Printing/High Pressure Press, 200 x 100cm, Electric

    • Smaller Manual Printing Press, 120 x 70 cm

  • Sink

    Basin for paper soaking 

    Chemical etching room (ferric chloride) 

    Aquatint box 

    Drying room 

  • Etching tools 

    Carving tools 

    Different mark-making tools and resources 

    Bamboo barens (10 cm) 

    Printmaking hot plates 

    Inking rollers in different sizes 

    Palette knives 

    Wipes and rags 

    Trowels 

    Tarlatan 

    Newsprint 

    Cleaning and clean up materials and resources 

    Gloves and safety equipment 

    Sanding machine 

    Lightbox 

    Printer/scanner 

    Office supplies 

  • Speak with Artica Svalbard staff for information about printing materials.

Please Note: The workshop does not have a technician, so artists must have prior knowledge of their chosen medium.

PRIVATE STUDIO SPACE

We have one additional studio space (14m²) within the workshop, available for residents upon request. Our apartments are also spacious enough to provide a conducive environment for study and reflection. Longyearbyen Public Library is another popular alternative for a quiet study space.

SHARED KITCHEN

Residents have access to a fully equipped kitchen at the workshop with an oven, hob, and refrigerator.

LIBRARY

Our small library contains books on local interest, art, and creative practices, providing inspiration and knowledge during your stay.


COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Artica Svalbard occasionally uses the studio for community events. Our monthly First Friday Coffee Club is a regular networking event, offering residents the opportunity to connect with the wider Svalbard community, including local artists, scientists, guides and others. All public events are listed on the Artica Events page on our website.

OTHER EQUIPMENT

  • Ricoh MP C3003 A3/A4 Laser Printer and Copier with double-sided printing

  • HP A4 LaserJet Printer

  • Silhouette Cameo Desktop Cutter for vinyl and cardboard

  • Barco G60 W7 projector + a selection of smaller projectors

  • Zoom H6 Audio Recorder

  • Sony 4K camcorder with tripod

  • Additional lighting and A/V equipment

  • Various Power Tools

  • Sewing Machines / 3D Printer / Laser Etching - Contact Artica Svalbard staff for details and availability.

If there is any other equipment you need during your residency, contact Artica Svalbard staff to discuss your options.