OPEN CALL: Craft Academy in Sweden

Sustainable Lithography, Linoleum and Paper for Contemporary Artists
📅 September 5–7, 2025 | In-person in Sweden or Online

Are you a Bulgarian creative working with paper, lithography, or linoleum – or eager to explore these crafts?
Are you passionate about sustainability, collaboration, and entrepreneurship through craft?

Join us for Stone & Soul: Sustainable Lithography, Linoleum and Paper for Contemporary Artists, a 3-day hands-on workshop and hybrid hackathon at Helliden Folk High School in Sweden – a historic hub for paper and printmaking!

✨ What’s in it for you?

• Join workshops focused on paper, lithography or linoleum – no prior experience required

• Collaborate in an international team to design sustainable craft products

• Learn how to build a business plan and take your craft to the European market

• Present your product to a panel of experts

• Receive an official Certificate of Achievement from Helliden Folk High School

🌍 Who Can Apply?

We are looking for 4 participants from Bulgaria:
🔹 2 to attend in person in Sweden
🔹 2 to join fully online

We welcome both emerging and experienced creatives with a passion for sustainability, innovation, and teamwork.

💡 Practical Details

• 🗓️ Workshop Dates: September 5–7, 2025

• ✈️ Travel Days: September 4 & 8

• 📍 Location: Helliden Folk High School, Skövde, Sweden

• 💻 Online Participation: Platform access and instructions will be provided

✅ How to Apply

Apply through this form: Craftwork 4.0 All – Call for Craft Academy in Sweden 
🕒 Deadline: June 9, 2025, 23:59 CET

⚠️ Full attendance and active participation (whether online or in-person) are required in order to receive the Certificate of Achievement.