The first in Slovenia to which artists from all over the world can apply to.

Artists can apply by sending an e-mail message to bluestonefestival@yahoo.com.

"Time has to pass before artists can apply their own brand of healing," he said.

Artists can apply to become 'Associates', subject to majority vote by existing members.

So far, he added, only 10 artists have applied for and been granted the monthly permits.

After the artists had applied their decoration to the lead glaze, they were fired a second time.

Many artists painted on paper or silk and applied it onto the folding screen.

To finish the reproduction with a human touch, an artist applies gold leaf to certain areas of the work.

Artists can apply for grants from the foundation to help support them in furthering the arts.

Rather than using local color, the artist applies evocative tints.