Image by the artistSunday 19th February10am – 12pm & 1pm – 3pm Led by Elaine Lindsay Join local artisan Elaine Lindsay from “Something Corny” for this straw working workshop. You’ll discover the story of this ancient craft, and using a variety of techniques you’ll also make at least two items for you to take home. Session 1: 10am – 12 midday Session 2: 1pm – 3pmPlease state which workshop you’d like to attend when booking. Find out more about Elaine’s work: www.somethingcorny.co.uk Booking information:To […]
All Covid rules and restrictions have been lifted in Scotland. Despite this, the health and wellbeing of everyone at SSW remains a priority. To reduce the risk from Covid-19 at SSW: We will continue to clean using Covid safe cleaning products. Hand sanitising stations remain in place and we encourage all users to practice good hand hygiene. If you are feeling unwell we advise you to stay at home and contact us to rearrange your visit. Anyone who is travelling […]
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Edge Effects Library, Edge Effects: Glasgow (2017). Photo: Ross Fraser McLean / Studio RoRoThe Edge Effects library was first presented at Edge Effects: Glasgow, before travelling to SSW for Edge Effects: Lumsden. It’s now in permanent residence in our communities room for everyone at SSW. The library is made up of a series of reading lists selected by artists and organisations involved in the Edge Effects: Glasgow programme. These include: Brett Bloom and Ximena AlarconMele Broomes Taru ElfvingHIAP (Helsinki International Artist Programme)Interfaces for EmpathyMari Keski-Korsu Peter McMaster Richard Skelton Scottish Sculpture Workshop You can download a PDF of the Reading […]
We have a selection of assorted boilersuits and coveralls available to borrow. To download a pdf of the size guide (with diagram) click here. To find your size follow these steps: Find your chest size. Measure around the fullest part of your chest and use the chart to find your chest size Measurement (cm) Size 100 – 110 1 111 – 120 2 121 – 130 3 131 – 140 4 141 – 150 5 151 – 160 6 Find […]
The SSW Board of Trustees are responsible for overseeing and safeguarding the legal, financial and strategic direction of SSW, as set out in the current and future business plans. The biographies of SSW’s current Board of Trustees are below. Dr Jennifer Clarke is the Chair of the Board of Trustees. Jennifer is an anthropologist, artist and educator, currently Lecturer in Critical and Contextual Studies at Gray’s School of Art. Her research combines and explores the boundaries of art practice and […]
Image credit: Lucy CashEach year SSW host a series of open talks to accompany our Summer Artist in Residence programme. These talks are set up to bring people together, share food and have vibrant conversations. The 2018 public talks series presents the work of Simone Kenyon in the month of June and Jez riley French in August. Both artists have a deep interest place and make emotive site response work. These talks are free of charge and are followed by simple meal and discussion in the SSW bothy. Everyone […]
Pokers made at Forge Club, SSW (2021). Photo: Zoë TumikaBooking Book your place on the Introduction to Blacksmithing course below. You will receive a booking confirmation email once your booking is complete. Please read or listen to our Courses terms and conditions before making a booking.
Raku firing at SSWPlaces: 6 (Beginners +)Cost: £175 (includes tuition, materials and consumables) Dates: 6 & 13 August 2022 or7 & 14 August 2022 Booking: Book online below or phone SSW on 01464 861372. Further information:Introduction to Ceramics and Raku takes place over two weekends in order to bisque fire work in between. Raku firings are outdoor therefore in severe weather conditions it may be necessary to reschedule the firing date. If you have any suggestions, questions or requirements relating to accessibility at […]
DCIM109GOPROFrontiers in Retreat Frontiers in Retreat (FiR) is a five-year collaboration project that fosters multidisciplinary dialogue on ecological questions within a European network involving artist residencies, art and education organisations, artists, experts in various disciplines as well as diverse audiences. The aim of the project is to broaden the understanding of global ecological changes and their local impacts on European natural environments by means of contemporary artistic practices and through a multidisciplinary approach. During the course of FiR, SSW has hosted […]
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