GSD Membership Applications 2026 – Deadline 8th June 2026.
Full Membership, Open Access, Graduate Membership
Full details may be downloaded here: MEMBERSHIP APPLICATIONS
PORTFOLIO SUBMISSION
Applications are to be in writing and must include:
- a cover letter stating why you wish to join Graphic Studio Dublin
- a current CV noting contact details and including all relevant professional experience in chronological order. This can include experience related to your wider artistic practice, and not necessarily just printmaking experience.
- an artist’s statement
- a portfolio of work (no larger than A1 in size) containing a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 12 of your best pieces of original print work. You can include photographs of installation pieces/print work, which is larger than A1 in size, all other work should be original.
- all work should be well presented, clearly labelled and any extra information regarding the prints is encouraged (e.g., dates, media, inspiration, where they were shown etc)
The portfolio and documents MUST be dropped into the studio, Distillery House, Distillery Court, 537 North Circular Road, Dublin, D01 HD39, on the following dates only:
- Thursday 4th June (9am-5pm)
- Friday 5th June (9am-5pm)
- Monday 8th June (9am-8pm)
Partial submissions and online submissions will not be accepted.
A panel of assessors, including the Executive Director, Studio Technician, Education Programme Officer and an artist board member will evaluate the submission, seeking demonstration of ability in at least one method of printmaking and quality of artistic ability and ideas. Shortlisted applicants may subsequently be invited to make a ten-minute presentation about their work at the studio.
Applicants will be informed, in writing, within four weeks of submission of portfolio, as to whether they have been successful or not. Successful entry will be followed by an induction into Graphic Studio Dublin including a tour of the studio and Health and Safety practices. Portfolios must be collected by Monday 6th July 2026. Collection is Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
All new members will be admitted to the studio during working hours only, for the first 6 months of membership (or less, if agreed with the Studio Technician.) This will be part of a probationary period, and the new members will have access to technical support from the Studio Technician during this time. After 12 months, the new members will be able to submit a portfolio where their membership, if approved, will render them key-holding studio members.
Key Holding studio members are entitled to 24-hour access, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Membership fees (currently €600) are paid in advance for the year commencing 1st January by standing order. Successful applicants will pay a pro-rata membership in year one (6 months membership from 1st July to 31st December 2026 €300).
Graphic Studio Dublin welcome all applicants and encourage applications from all areas of the community regardless of your gender, sexual orientation, civil or family status, religion, age, disability, ethnicity or membership of the Traveller Community, or socio-economic background. Successful applicants who may have difficulty taking up membership for any reason related to the above criteria, can discuss this with the Executive Director and all possible assistance will be given to accommodate your membership.
Contact us: Any queries about membership or difficulties in making an application, can be emailed to info@graphicstudiodublin.com and we can assist you.
OPEN ACCESS
Open Access for selected printmakers is available mid-week, during working hours. The fee is €330 for 15 days paid in advance. The fifteen days do not have to be consecutive but must be used up within one year from date of payment. Fees cannot be refunded for days not used. Some inks are included in the fees, and some other materials are available to buy in the studio.
Applications for Open Access are the same as for Membership – see above- and should be made at the same time, stating clearly that this is an application for ‘Open Access’. Applicants will be informed, in writing, within four weeks of submission of portfolio, as to whether they have been successful or not. Successful entry will be followed by an induction into Graphic Studio Dublin including a tour of the studio and Health and Safety practices.
GRADUATE MEMBERSHIP
Graphic Studio Dublin offer a reduced rate to graduates who are successful in their membership application. The rate is 60% of the full rate, or €360 for the year, a reduction of the regular rate of €600. This rate is offered for up to two years after the date of graduation. The application procedure is the same as for full membership and should be made at the same time, stating clearly that this is an application for ‘Graduate Membership’.
Similarly, a reduced rate of 60% of the full rate is offered to recent graduates accepted on Open Access.
GRAPHIC STUDIO GALLERY
Acceptance to Open Access, does not automatically allow representation in Graphic Studio Gallery or participation in Studio Exhibitions, this is subject to approval by the Gallery Director.