´I loved being at the residency and hope to get the chance to return one day! I had a really good time, and enjoyed the mix of studio time and exchanging thoughts and ideas with new colleagues. The group show in the end of the residency was a nice opportunity and always good practise. The location is great, for me it worked well not to have so many distractions but still being able to chose to go to Lisbon super fast.´

— Ida Sønder Thorhauge

´I could not have asked for anything more with my time at PADA. Minus having to leave early due to a Global Pandemic, I was really starting to explore new materials and ideas within my work. I really enjoyed the group meals and open studio floor plan. You could see what everyone else was working on but also had a sense of privacy.´

— Jeff Kraus

´I really enjoyed my time at PADA as it was such a unique experience. The studio and accommodation along with the location of the residency were ideal. I really loved exploring the industrial area and town of Barreiro, while also being in close proximity to Lisbon city. I really enjoyed spending time with the other artists and PADA staff, exploring the surroundings, making and talking about art and really spending time as a group.´

— Róisín O'Sullivan