Artist Residencies

Ratamo Printmaking center has offered a one month residency since 2010.

In 2018 began a new 3 month residency which is organised with The Centre for Creative Photography every second year for printmakers and every second year for photographers.

Ratamo residency program offers for printmakers free working at the printshop (except plates, papers and special materials), a grant of  300 euros for living and material costs, a vivid local artists community and free accommodation at a guest room in the city.

Ratamo residency program offers for photographers free using of the computer, digital equipment and the darkroom, a grant of  300 euros for living and material costs, a vivid local artists community and free accommodation at a guest room in the city.

Ratamo Printmaking and Photography Centre is geared for those interested in creating, experimenting and learning printmaking and photographic techniques. 

The Ratamo centre is designed for both professionals and amateurs. The space is also used for classes and workshops which are organized by both Ratamo and other organizations such as the Adult Education Centre (Kansalaisopisto). Professional artists and experienced amateurs are able to rent the studio space for their personal creative production. The centre also maintains active international contacts.

Current artist in residency

There is no artist in residence currently.