The Booth, Shetland
The Booth was constructed in 2001 by Scalloway Waterfront Trust on the site of an old fisherman's store - the oldest building in the town. It has a dramatic setting directly overlooking the sea and over 40 artists have enjoyed the experience of living and working in the Booth since it opened.
Availability
The next month availabe for booking the Booth is December 2010.
In 2011 the Booth is available for the months of February/March/October/November/December.
Cost
£360 per calendar month all inclusive. We estimate however that this cost will increase after April 2010 to accomodate for annual inflation.
How to Apply
You can apply to use the space by posting or emailing a CV along with images of your work and an outline of how you would intend to use your time in the Booth during your stay to Helen Moore, our Communications and Tenant Liaison Officer.
The Booth - Facilities
Living accommodation
The Booth has a fully fitted kitchen space with cooker, oven/microwave and washing machine/tumble drier, and a bathroom with fully accessible shower.
There is a bed space above the kitchen/bathroom, plus double sized sofa-bed in the main living space.
Towels and bedding are also provided.
Working Spaces
The main living space doubles as a working space / studio, suitable for drawing and painting, digital work and other clean activities.
The building basement is a space for more practical work with concrete walls and a flagstone floor. There is a paved area outside with a wall directly on to the sea.
IT Facilities
Resident artists have a phone, laptop PC with Internet access and colour printer for their use during their stay.
The Location
The Shetland Islands are the most northerly part of the United Kingdom, some 150 miles north of the Scottish mainland. 15 inhabited islands are home to 24,000 people. The Shetlands have an ancient history, a stunning landscape, close links with Scandinavia and a unique culture with a long tradition of music and traditional craft making in particular.
Shetland is reached by ferry or by air to Sumburgh Airport. Scalloway - the ancient capital of Shetland - is located on the west of the Shetland Mainland. It is a very picturesque village with a population of 1,000 people but it is also a working village with a large pier area used by fishing boats and other vessels. Scalloway has a bus service to Lerwick - Shetland's main town - but to enjoy the islands it is preferable to be able to drive.
For further information about the Shetland Isles, please visit www.shetland.org
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