Paper Lab Tour

Across Europe & the Mediterranean

Spring-Summer 2025

In Spring-Summer 2025, Paper Lab sets out on a journey across Europe and the Mediterranean, offering a dynamic program of hands-on workshops alongside an extended Paper Camp—a deep, immersive experience where participants engage in personal research and experimentation within a lab-like environment. Each destination on our route will host a week of structured workshops, followed by a week or more of Paper Camp, creating an evolving space for learning, exploration, and self-directed inquiry.

Each stop on the tour provides a new context for Paper Lab to unfold, shaped by its surroundings and the individuals who take part. Whether through structured workshops or self-directed exploration, this tour is an invitation to engage with paper as a field of discovery, a material that holds not just form but the imprints of time, touch, and personal topographies.

  • Our workshops focus on the art and craft of paper through specialized approaches. In 3D Paper Making & Casting - Foundations, participants develop core techniques in mold-making, fiber structures, and sculptural paper forms. The Advanced Workshop expands this practice into working with plant fibers, advanced casting methods, and paper as a textile-like material. In Paper Making from Fabrics, we explore how fabric can be transformed into paper—breaking it down, reshaping its fibers, and casting it into new forms, bridging the gap between textiles and paper. The Sewing Machine Lab transforms the sewing machine into an instrument for constructing and manipulating paper surfaces, stitching new narratives into the material itself. Each workshop is an intensive, skill-building experience, equipping participants with a broad set of tools to push paper beyond its conventional boundaries.

  • Beyond structured workshops, Paper Camp shifts into an open, self-directed state of making and researching. In this extended format, participants step into a self-residency, working in small groups yet following their own path of inquiry. Paper Camp is an opportunity to explore not only the techniques introduced in our workshops but also a far wider range of methods—paper installations, large-scale sculptural works, paper-mâché, pulp manipulation, and experimental surface treatments. More than just technique, Paper Camp is about working with paper as a space of thought, a material that records process, movement, and memory. Teaching and guidance are available daily from 10:00 to 18:00, but the studio remains open beyond these hours, allowing participants to fully immerse themselves in their research, following their own rhythms and artistic trajectories.

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Paper Hubs: Crafting in Inspiring Places

  • Monte Isola, Italy - May 2025

    Monte Isola, Europe’s largest lake island, is a stunning retreat in Lake Iseo, Italy. Surrounded by serene waters and framed by the Alps, it’s a peaceful haven of lush landscapes, charming villages, and rich tradition. Our private farm on the island offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and inspiration, making it an ideal spot to unwind and connect with creativity. Discover the magic of Monte Isola!

  • Sardinia - June 2025

    A Mediterranean treasure, is a land of wild beauty and timeless charm. Known for its rugged mountains, crystal-clear skies, and rich traditions, it’s a place where nature and culture intertwine. Nestled north of Cagliari, our private mountain retreat offers breathtaking views and serene landscapes, perfect for creativity and connection. Discover the magic of Sardinia, where inspiration flows as freely as the mountain air.

  • Loulé, Portugal - September 205

    A vibrant heart of the Algarve, is a place where tradition and creativity come alive. Known for its rich cultural heritage and sun-drenched landscapes, this charming Portuguese town is a hub of artisanal craftsmanship and innovative spirit. At the center of it all is Loulé Criativo, a dynamic initiative that celebrates the town’s identity through creativity and innovation. By supporting artisans and revitalizing traditional arts, it bridges the past and the future, offering a unique space for inspiration and connection. Here, amidst the colorful streets and creative energy, we’ve found the perfect setting to immerse ourselves in the soul of Loulé. Discover a place where heritage meets imagination, and creativity knows no bounds.

Paper Lab Tour Across Europe & the Mediterranean Spring-Summer 2025

Our Workshops program

Paper Lab Tour Across Europe & the Mediterranean Spring-Summer 2025

Paper Camp