International Weekend Painting a Mural Masterclass (All levels) Deadline: 31 Aug 2026 Country: Portugal nternational Weekend Mural Masterclass with Ale Poiré Join StartArt Residency in Northern Portugal for a practical weekend mural workshop led by Ale Poiré, a Mexican painter with more than a decade of experience creating public art across Mexico, Latin America, and Europe. During the weekend, participants will explore observation, visual research, concept development, sketching, colour, composition, design transfer, and mural execution. Ale’s methodology helps artists create work that is visually strong and meaningfully connected to place, identity, memory, and community. Surrounded by forests and the Homem River, the residency offers an inspiring environment to slow down, observe with intention, and develop new creative skills. No previous mural experience is required. The weekend includes accommodation, three vegetarian meals per day, materials, creative spaces, artistic guidance, community activities, and time to enjoy nature. Observe deeply. Listen carefully. Paint with purpose. Duration of residency Artists can choose the format that best fits their time and goals: Weekend Workshop — A short introduction to mural painting, covering concept, sketching, colour, wall preparation, and collaborative execution. Participants may enrol for one week, the full two-week program, or a weekend workshop. Those joining both weeks will experience the complete process, from the first idea and canvas study to the final mural. Accommodation Accommodation and fees are separate from the workshop price. All options include accommodation, three vegetarian meals per day, access to creative spaces, and the residency’s community activities. Weekend accommodation rates : €180 — Shared bunk-bed accommodation €250 — Private room with a shared bathroom €300 — Private room with a private bathroom, balcony, and river view Disciplines, work equipment and assistance Disciplines, Work Equipment and Assistance The program focuses on mural painting, acrylic painting, drawing, composition, colour studies, visual research, and public art project development. StartArt provides all materials and equipment required for the program, including paints, brushes, canvases, drawing materials, wall-preparation supplies, and tools for transferring and scaling designs. Participants also receive continuous guidance from the workshop tutor throughout the creative process, from the first concept and sketch to the completion of the canvas study or muralStudio / Workspace Residents have access to shared indoor studios and outdoor painting areas designed for mural work. We provide the paint, basic materials, and suitable walls and surfaces for artists to practise techniques, develop large-scale ideas, and create collaborative or individual murals. Quieter spaces are also available for sketching, planning, and colour studies.Fees and support Program Fees — Accommodation Not Included Weekend Workshop: €180 All workshop materials, equipment, and artistic guidance are included. Expectations towards the artist The program is open to painters of all levels, including complete beginners who want to learn basic painting and mural techniques. Participants should bring curiosity, openness, and a willingness to experiment, collaborate, and take part in the creative community. No previous painting or mural experience is required. Application information Application information please send us a message to: marketing@startartresidency or a whatsapp message to +351912880303