Conrad Printmaking Residency
A World-Class Sanctuary for Printmakers
The Experience of a Lifetime
The Conrad Press printmaking residency is an immersive 1-2 week program that invites artists and educators to dive into their work and focus without distractions.
Designed for serious artists seeking time, space, and inspiration, the Conrad Print Residency offers a focused studio experience in a beautiful and restorative setting. Away from the pace and distractions of everyday life, participants are invited to pour themselves fully in their work, deepen their practice, and explore new directions in print.
The residency is ideal for artists who are ready to commit meaningful time to experimentation, production, and reflection. Surrounded by natural beauty, cultural richness, and a supportive creative environment, artists will have the opportunity to develop new prints, revisit unfinished ideas, expand technical skills, and engage in thoughtful conversation about their work.
Private Studio
A state-of-the-art 2,000+ sq. ft. studio with 7 beautiful presses.
Conrad Floor Model Etching Press (48″ x 72″)
American French Tool Etching Press (40″ x 70″)
Charles Brand Floor Model Etching Press (36″ x 60″)
Conrad Monotype Press (48″ x 72″)
Conrad Floor Model Lithography Press (30″ x 48″)
Conrad Tabletop Etching Press (24″ x 48″)
Conrad Combination Press (16″ x 32″)
On-site Accommodations
On-site housing allows artists an uninterrupted studio experience with 24/7 studio access. Whether you work best in the morning or at night, you will be able to focus without interruption or delays.
Experience West Michigan Like Never Before
On the shores of Lake Michigan, the Conrad Press residency offers unlimited access to the natural beauty of the area.
Wander the Forest
Muskegon State Park and PJ Hoffmaster State Park offer miles of uninterrupted walking trails on over 2,500 acres of virgin sand dunes overlooking Lake Michigan.
Ride the Lake Trail
Located on Muskegon Lake, you are steps away from the 50-mile long bicycle path that takes you on a scenic ride around the lakes.
See the Arts
Muskegon serves as a vibrant cultural hub, anchored by the renowned Muskegon Museum of Art, which features an impressive collection of American and European works alongside rotating exhibitions and community programs in its newly renovated and expanded 60,000 square foot facility.
The historic Frauenthal Center brings world-class performing arts to the heart of downtown with theater productions, concerts, and events that energize the community year-round.
Each summer, the popular Lakeshore Art Festival transforms downtown streets into an open-air celebration of fine art, crafts, live music, and interactive experiences, highlighting the area’s long-standing commitment to creativity and public art.
Sculptural Paradise
Boasting an extraordinary collection of public and outdoor art that enhances its natural beauty and cultural landscape.
Social Atmosphere
Craft breweries have become a defining feature of West Michigan, with dozens of acclaimed taprooms and innovative beer makers.
Tour the Conrad Machine Press Factory
Conrad Machine is a fourth-generation, family-run printmaking company and the oldest press maker in all of North America.
Get a behind-the-scenes tour of the Conrad Press headquarters just north in Whitehall, MI, and see where printmaking presses are born and everything that it takes to make this beautiful art form possible–from design and machining to final assembly.
To welcome artists to the factory, we have an in-house gallery of prints on constant rotation as well as a printmaking themed sculpture garden on display.
See why our headquarters has become a true pilgrimage site for printmakers across the globe seeking a deeper connection to their chosen medium.
Unbeatable Architecture
Explore stunning Queen Anne Victorian mansions that showcases the opulent lumber baron architecture of West Michigan’s prosperous 19th-century timber era.
Ride the Dunes
America’s only open-dune riding spot east of the Mississippi, visitors can drive their vehicles directly on the towering, scenic sand dunes.
Discover America’s Third Coast
While west Michigan is known for many things, its biggest draw is its stunning coastline. Michigan itself has over 3,000 miles of continuous coastline, towering sand dunes, and some of the largest and most dynamic freshwater systems in the world.
Our beaches create a dramatic landscape where massive golden hills meet with turquoise waters.
Conrad Print residents can hike scenic dune trails for sweeping panoramic views, explore the inland lakes with kayaks or paddleboards, or simply relax on wide, un-crowded beaches, watching the boats sail into harbor.
Boutique Shopping
Local, artisan shopping and downtown farmer’s market with a beach-town vibe.
Local Industry
West Michigan’s maritime past is still present, with Great Lakes freighters making their way safely though our ports.
