Open Portfolio Casablanca Set for September 2026
The highly anticipated second edition of Open Portfolio Casablanca is scheduled to take place from September 4 to 6, 2026, at the Forum de la Culture – Espace Sacré-Cœur, located on Boulevard Rachidi in Casablanca. This vibrant event, organized by Casa Events and Animation in collaboration with the Instituto Cervantes of Casablanca and in partnership with FIG Bilbao, Bassma Printmaking, and the École des Beaux-Arts de Casablanca, aims to bring together artists, collectors, professionals, art students, and the general public in a celebration of emerging graphic arts.
Open Portfolio will provide free admission to the public, welcoming visitors from 10 AM to 9 PM each day. This accessibility underscores the event's commitment to fostering a broad appreciation of contemporary artistic practices.
Showcasing Diverse Talents and Techniques
Following an international call for submissions that attracted over a hundred applicants, 13 talented artists have been selected to showcase their portfolios and artworks. This selection process highlights the diverse techniques within the graphic arts, including engraving, woodcut, silkscreen, lithography, and contemporary printing methods. The initiative is part of the FIG Bilbao – International Festival of Engraving and Paper Art, which aims to promote, disseminate, and professionalize the work of emerging artists.
The program for Open Portfolio Casablanca 2026 will feature an array of exhibitions, printmaking demonstrations, conferences, and interactive sessions geared towards the public. Attendees can expect to engage with various printmaking techniques and explore new printing practices. The event will also facilitate discussions among artists, educators, art critics, and enthusiasts, fostering a rich exchange of ideas and knowledge.
Key topics for the conferences and roundtable discussions will include contemporary challenges in graphic creation, the transmission of skills, and the role of printmaking in Morocco's modern artistic landscape. This year's edition follows a successful inaugural event in 2025, reinforcing its mission to support emerging talents, enhance international cultural exchanges, and connect the public with contemporary graphic arts practices.
As reported by snrtnews.com.
