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Studios
The term studio has a broad range of definitions, from a space in a group building that is intrinsic to an artist's practice, an arena for exchange, an isolated cell for toil and contemplation or a corner of a flat.
Topic includes material enhancing The studios toolkit, designed especially for artists thinking of setting up workspace facilities and published with Arts Council England support, profiling numerous group studio set ups at different stages of development.
Introduction
Artists & studios
Free taster of subscriber-only material held in the Studios section. Read on…
Introduction, a-n.co.uk April 2003
Tours
Artists & studios
Stephen Palmer explores the issues surrounding artists and their studios - from finances, time and work patterns and location to group set-ups and DIY options. Read on…
Tour, a-n.co.uk March 2005
Group studios
Paul Glinkowski looks at the UK studio landscape, highlighting successful new studio models. He also offers advice to artists wanting to set-up their own group. Read on…
Tour, a-n.co.uk March 2005
Guides
Establishing a studio group
This guide by Jonathan Waring covers the process of establishing a studio group: from having the initial idea, bringing together a likeminded group of artists and getting hold of a space, to running the studios effectively on a day-to-day basis. Read on…
Guide, a-n.co.uk June 2007
Getting legal advice
Most professional artists will occassionally need to seek legal advice about some aspect of their practice. This guide by Rebecca Farley signposts key sources of legal advice and information. Read on…
Guide, a-n.co.uk April 2003
Safe working practice
Whilst safe working practice is largely a matter of common sense, it is also a legal and professional issue. This guide by David Pope introduces the key legislation and offers practical advice on risk assessment. Read on…
Guide, a-n.co.uk April 2003
Profiles: studio
Bow Arts Trust
How education work has contributed to this studio's success. Read on…
Profile: studio, a-n.co.uk March 2005
Cockpit Arts
Cockpit Arts' chief executive Vanessa Swann and business development manager Ellen O'Hara speak to Jane Watt about Cockpit's unique incubator scheme for designer-makers in London. Read on…
Profile: studio, a-n.co.uk December 2008
Dorset Art Weeks (DAW)
DAW adapted a successful model of an open studios event for a rural location. Read on…
Profile: studio, a-n.co.uk March 2005
East Street Arts
East Street Arts (ESA) is a model example of what the purchase and refit of studios involves. Read on…
Profile: studio, a-n.co.uk November 2004
Furtherafield
Temporary studios can be a useful option for creating project-specific work. Read on…
Profile: studio, a-n.co.uk March 2005
FusionARTS
How a partnership with their local university helped FusionARTS secure studio premises. Read on…
Profile: studio, a-n.co.uk March 2005
Gasworks studios
Gasworks is part of an international network of independent studios around the globe. Read on…
Profile: studio, a-n.co.uk March 2005
Green Close Studios
A small collective workspace in a converted barn in rural Lancashire. Read on…
Profile: studio, a-n.co.uk March 2005
Nottingham Studios Consortium
Nottingham Studios Consortium is an example of the ‘strength in numbers’ approach in making the case for studio provision. Read on…
Profile: studio, a-n.co.uk March 2005
Occupation Studios
Occupation Studios is a case study in cooperative survival in the urban regeneration landscape. Read on…
Profile: studio, a-n.co.uk March 2005
Out of the Blue
Out of the Blue has thrived through establishing a diversity of activities and income streams. Read on…
Profile: studio, a-n.co.uk March 2005
Rodney Court project
Rodney Court is a proposed conversion of a Manchester tower block into live/work space for artists. Read on…
Profile: studio, a-n.co.uk March 2005
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