• About

     

    The unique ecology and culture of the islands of Uist provide the context within which we offer a very special creative programme with a distinct sense of place.

     

    Located in Lochmaddy, North Uist’s main port of entry, Taigh Chearsabhagh is situated on the shoreline of a marine special area of scientific interest (SSSI). Sea, sky, light and climate are integral elements of the rugged Atlantic environment within which our community lives and works, also influencing directly the creative and cultural life of the arts centre and the artists who use it.
    About The unique ecology and culture of the islands of Uist provide the context within which we offer a very...
    Samhach - Tormod MacIain

  • Studio Facilities

    Space/s: 25msq

    Facilities: on site cafe

    Materials: some materials in stock.

    Technical assistance: print facility coordinator, Digital media

    Equipment/machinery/technology/tools - available by negotiation

    Access hours: centre opening hour s 10-5pm Monday – Saturday as standard, otherwise by negotiation

    Wi-Fi/internet: yes

    Tables: yes

    Parking: yes

    Lone-working rules: by negotiation

     

    Costs

    Studio - £600 per month (ex VAT)

    Print facilities as per website

    4K Video Production & Digital Media facilities by negotiation

     

    Minimum Period

    2 weeks. Flexibility regarding number of visits

     

    Maximum Period

    1 month (possibly more dependent on time of year)

     

    Other facilities

    Print workshop, Photographic darkroom, Digital media including 4k professional video, reference library and local history archive includin FAODAIL | FOUND film archive, events room and workshop spaces.

     

    Support offered

    Events/screenings/workshops

    Staff available for advice/support/mentoring

    Technical print studio assistance

    Networking/socials

    Digital media training

    Critique

     

    Promotional support offered

    Marketing

    Communications: e.g. social media/e-newsletter/website/flyers/print

    Press/listings for events

     

    Exhibition or other opportunities

    Potential exhibition opportunities in either of the centres gallery spaces or offsite

    Potential workshop/lecture/talk opportunities

    Workshop opportunities

    Curatorial support

    Support on ‘next steps’ post-residency; e.g. letter of support, funding advice

    All to be negotiated/discussed

     

    Requirements

    We are particularly interested in artists engaging with the Hebridean Way walking & cycling route and/or working in an environmentally focussed, socially engaged practice, Gaelic speakers/learners and/or working with our print & wet darkroom resources and FAODAIL | FOUND film archive.

     

    Accommodation offered

    None

     

    Alternative accommodation

    Links to nearby accommodation will be made available if requested

     

    Travel

    Google Maps location link: maps.app.goo.gl/RhaZpQwdA8cjwLsA6

    Travel by CalMac ferry from Uig, Skye to Lochmaddy (Pier 200m from Taigh Chearsabhagh) Other travel options available. Infrequent public transport availability in Uist

     

    Accessibility

    Centre is generally accessible apart from lack of wheelchair access to printmaking resource.

     

    Insurance

    Full Public Liability onsite.

     

    Website: www.taigh-chearsabhagh.org

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/taigh_chearsabhagh

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/TaighChearsabhagh

     
    Studio Facilities Space/s: 25msq Facilities: on site cafe Materials: some materials in stock. Technical assistance: print facility coordinator, Digital media...
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    Taigh Chearsabhagh

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