Studio Facilities

Private studio ‘bay’ space in a tranquil, rural location at converted Stable block with 6 other artists currently working there (at various times). There is access to a sink (shared with one other artist), plus free Wi-Fi and parking. Beautiful grounds and stunning views, just a 15 min walk from the vibrant and ‘arty’ town of Cromarty.

Costs

1 month residency: £1,800
2 month residency: £3,500

Minimum Period

1 month

Maximum Period

2 months. Longer residences may be arranged if required. 

Other facilities

We can offer use of one or more easels to save having to transport them. Depending on the media being used, we have certain technical equipment that may be able to be utilised (e.g. for sound/video). The residency would ideally take place between November – March when there is less pressure on our accommodation, however we would consider other times of year if needed. We will always be as flexible as possible, but dates would have to work with residencies already booked in.

Support offered

At Cromarty we can offer community engagement with local people who are very friendly and welcoming to artists sharing their town. It is an inspiring environment full of artistic, creative people and a stunning part of the world to base yourself. 

The Cromarty Arts Trust runs a year-round programme of live music, applied crafts and visual arts courses, music workshops, literary events, etc., which may also be of interest to artists-in-residence. We can offer advice with travel and although there is excellent public transport and the town has a small supermarket, cheese shop and bakery, we find having a car is pretty essential, so we would recommend that any artist in residence has their own transport.

Promotional support offered

Cromarty Arts Trust is a well-established organisation with a full programme of arts and music events. As a result, we have an excellent profile and an enviable reputation both locally and further afield. We have built up a strong and positive relationship with local press and media and artists here on a residency programme could tap into this. We also have a growing database of over 1800 people interested in the arts and cultural projects that have chosen to receive our fortnightly Enews. Posters, leaflets and flyers are all produced in-house and are regularly distributed in the area. Our Facebook and Instagram and X pages are vibrant and popular and our website is well-used.

Exhibition or other opportunities

We are very fortunate to have a beautiful gallery in our Stables venue where the studio space is also located (downstairs). This comfortable room is equipped with a hanging system, projector and screen and moveable spotlights, plus we have white plinths of various heights and sizes, making it a pleasant and versatile exhibition space. We regularly host successful exhibitions here, including preview nights and events, often enhanced by drinks and canapes, live music (there is a baby grand piano also permanently in this room), demonstrations, etc.

We also have a room in our Old Brewery building which can be used for performance or smaller scale exhibitions. This room is also well lit and has a hanging system.

We would be delighted to organize a special event for the RSA artist, either an exhibition with preview night or an Open Studio day or an opportunity to work with the local community, e.g. workshop or class, should the artist wish it.

Accommodation offered

Accommodation is available at Ardyne, a well-appointed, shared house in the middle of the village of Cromarty, each room having its own study area, en-suite facilities and shared kitchen. We provide bedding, heating, regular cleaning and free Wi-Fi and there is on-street parking right outside. The local shops are practically next door and the restaurants, beaches, harbour etc., are a short walk away.

Alternative accommodation

Alternative accommodation may be able to be provided at another of our venues, the Old Brewery on Burnside Place. This beautiful, converted building can sleep up to 22 in single, twin and triple rooms with communal spaces and shared bathrooms (between two rooms – if other occupants happen to be there), however, as we take fairly regular group bookings and sometimes hire out the entire building, we couldn’t guarantee this option would be available.

Travel

Although there is excellent public transport and the town has a small supermarket, cheese shop and bakery, we find having a car is pretty essential so we would recommend that any artist in residence has their own transport.

Accessibility

TBC

Insurance

TBC

For further details please visit cromartyartstrust.org.uk

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