Announcing 2026 Collage Expeditions in Berlin & London
Berlin : 04 - 10th May 2026 - London : 15 - 21st June 2026
Announcing 2026
Collage Expeditions in…
Berlin & London
Berlin : 04 - 10th May 2026
London : 15 - 21st June 2026
We are delighted to announce that we have confirmed two new Collage Expeditions for 2026 in Berlin and London and we are now open to expressions of interest.
If you’re interested in joining us for a week of collage exploration in one or both of these amazing cities, please email us and include links to your website and/or Instagram page.
hello@contemporarycollagemagazine.com
Dates : 4th - 10th May 2026
We’ve hired a beautiful studio in Berlin for our Collage Expedition. prinzessinnenstudio, is characterised by its high ceilings and large windows, and is bathed in natural light, creating an inspiring environment, perfect for a week of collage creativity.
The venue’s prime location near Moritzplatz, offers easy access to Berlin’s largest art supply store, a community garden, and the lively Oranienstraße, known for its eclectic mix of shops, cafes, and galleries. It also has excellent public transport links.
Dates : 15th - 21st June 2026
We are pleased to say that we’re going back to Indra Studio in Hackney Wick for our week in London. Again, we have a bright and airy, open-plan studio in the heart of one of London’s coolest boroughs, with buzzing bars and restaurants that sit alongside the canal that runs through the area. The studio is a short walk to Hackney Wick tube station with links via Stratford into the centre of London.
What to expect…
On each of our collage expeditions there is only one rule - you must source all of your collage materials in the host city.
After that, you can expect a week packed with creativity, conversation, coaching and great company, culminating in a one-day pop-up exhibition to display the works you’ve created during the week. You’ll be sharing the open-plan studio with fellow collage artists and have the opportunity to push your collage practice in new directions.
Each week is hosted by Les Jones (Founder of Contemporary Collage Magazine) and Cecil Touchon (Renowned collage artist). We will also be announcing a special guest host for our Berlin Week.
Projected costs
The cost of each week will be around £1000 per person (or equivalent). TBC
NB. Travel, accommodation and meals are NOT included within the costs for the week.
Feedback from the London Residency in 2025…
“I found the whole experience exhilarating. Working alongside like-minded, extraordinary artists who generously shared technical approaches and ideas was energising and inspiring. Our work space was like a field of wildflowers with dazzling collages constantly blooming around the room. I will always remember the atmosphere of camaraderie, the good humour and the endless creativity we shared that week in London.”
Steve Snider
“For me, the residency became a chance to shake things up, to step outside of my comfort zone, and to embrace the act of creating fully in the moment. I left London inspired, grateful, and ready for what comes next.”
Deborah Danelley
“I learned that having limited materials rather than a full studio of paper focused my attention and stimulated my creativity. It cemented for me that I have a voice and that my voice works!”
Clare Schmehl
What to do next…
If you’d like to be part of one of the weeks, or both, please email us at:
hello@contemporarycollagemagazine.com
When emailing please state which week(s) you’re interested in joining. Please also include links to your website and/or Instagram page. If successful, we’ll email you with an offer to join the Collage Expedition in your chosen city. We will require a deposit to confirm your place.
We’ll be sending out more details and confirmed costs over the next few weeks.
Have a great weekend!
Les & Cecil
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