Steven was selected to be one of twenty artists to take part in the 2016 Lumen International Arts Residency in Atina, Italy, The project took place between the 1st and the 15th September and included artists of different disciplines from Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Italy, South Korea, UK and USA.
Drawing inspiration from astronomy, light, the heavens and the universe they visited Campo Catino Observatory, Montecassino Monastry as well as local cathedrals and churches. The residency included presentations of their work and discussion of ideas. The work produced was exhibited at the end of the residency in Atina with a follow on show at the Crypt Gallery in London in December 2016.