AN TALLA SOLAIS, ULLAPOOL

Studio Facilities General purpose studios (Small Art Room 17m square, Big Art Room 24m) with 24-hour studio access, sink and storage space;
Fully equipped clay studio with work benches, extensive shelving, pugmill and tools, with access to electric kilns.
All less than 5 minutes’ walk from the shore, and surrounded by the hills of Wester Ross.
Costs Studio rental:
Small Art Room  £90/week or £250/month
Big Art Room £105/week or £310/month
Clay studio £120/week or £350/month
Ceramics technical assistance £12/hour.
Kiln firings: £25 bisque, £35 glaze
Minimum Period 2 weeks
Maximum Period General studios 3 months
Clay studio 6 weeks
Dates will depend on availability of the spaces desired.
The residency can be split over several visits if preferred
Other facilities Exhibition space, workshop space for activities with the public, walled outdoor working space, kitchen facility, WiFi internet access and printer/copier.
Ullapool itself is a large village with a variety of shops, ferry access to the Hebrides, a fishing port and a lively community.
Support offered Ceramics technical assistance charged as above.
Opportunity to meet a range of local artists.
Contacts and local advice where required.
Potential for events can be discussed.
Promotional support offered Website, social media, local press plus ATS e-newsletters. An opportunity for an open studio or other public activities would be welcomed, and we will create opportunities to work with local groups through workshops etc if appropriate.
Exhibition opportunities An exhibition as a result of the residency is possible, subject to our ongoing programme.
Accommodation offered This residency does not include accommodation, although recommendations can be made.
Alternative accommodation There are many accommodation options in Ullapool and the vicinity, include B&B, self-catering and camping.  B&B in Ullapool costs around £55 per night.  Please note that accommodation is often quickly booked up in the summer season.  A site for a caravan / mobile home could be found if good notice given.