Wrapping Up the 2025 Mist-Lining Workshop Porto Edition: A Heartfelt Thank You

The Mist-Lining Workshop Porto Edition at MMIPO Studios has come to a close, and what an incredible three days it has been! Hosted by 20|21 (Porto) and supported by the wonderful team at MMIPO, this event brought together passionate conservators from around the world to explore and demystify this modern lining technique.

A Huge Thank You

First and foremost, thank you to all the participants who joined us. Your enthusiasm, curiosity, and dedication to learning made this workshop a truly rewarding experience. From engaging discussions on Day 1 to the hands-on sessions in the MMIPO studios on Days 2 and 3, your willingness to experiment and refine your techniques was inspiring. It was wonderful to see conservators from different backgrounds come together, exchange ideas, and strengthen their practice.

A special thank you to Carlota Vieira, whose expertise and assistance were invaluable throughout the workshop. Your support helped create a seamless learning environment, ensuring that every participant had the opportunity to fully engage with the Mist-Lining process.

Gratitude to 20|21 and Marta Palmeira

This workshop would not have been possible without the incredible effort and dedication of 20|21 (Porto) and Marta Palmeira. Thank you for your hard work in organizing this event, from planning the logistics to ensuring that everything ran smoothly. Your commitment to providing high-quality conservation education and fostering professional exchange is truly commendable. We deeply appreciate the opportunity to collaborate with you and look forward to future projects together!

To MMIPO and Sandra Pascoal, we are incredibly grateful for your hospitality and for providing such an excellent space for this workshop. The MMIPO studios proved to be the perfect setting, offering a professional and well-equipped environment for both theory and practice.

Looking Ahead

Workshops like this remind us of the importance of continued learning and collaboration in art conservation. Mist-Lining is a fascinating technique, and we hope that the knowledge gained over these past three days will be beneficial in your work.

For those who attended, we’d love to hear your thoughts and see how you apply what you’ve learned—feel free to stay in touch and share your experiences!

Thank you again for being part of this journey. We look forward to seeing you at future events!

Kate Seymour

Founder & CEO, Art Conservation Education