Scotland’s provider of creative spaces, est 1977
Scotland’s provider of creative spaces, est 1977
New Street
Scalloway
Shetland
ZE1 0TQ
The Booth was constructed by Scalloway Waterfront Trust in 2001 on the site of a fisherman’s store, which was the oldest building in the town. Now converted into a live-work space for visiting artists, The Booth is managed by Wasps in partnership with Shetland Arts Trust.
Being surrounded by the sea and ever changing light and weather at The Booth was immensely inspiring. The focused environment and studio where so many others have created work proved to be highly productive. – Gail Turpin, visual artist
The Booth consists of a combined ‘clean’ working area and living space which is located on the upper level and a stone-walled basement for more ‘dirty’ work. The living accommodation has a fully fitted kitchen, washing machine/tumble dryer and a bathroom with a fully accessible shower.
The living room faces onto Scalloway harbour, where visiting artists can view ships arriving and leaving the docks.
The Shetland Islands are the most northerly part of the United Kingdom and are located 150 miles north of the Scottish mainland. They are made up of 15 islands which are home to 24,000 people. The islands have an ancient history, stunning landscape, close links with Scandinavia and a unique culture with a long tradition of music and craftmaking.
Scalloway is the ancient capital of Shetland and is located on the west side of the Shetland mainland. It is a picturesque village, home to just over a thousand people with a large pier which is used by fishing boats and other vessels.
Full use of the studio and living quarters
The Booth consists of a combined ‘clean’ working area and living space which is located on the upper level and a stone-walled basement for more ‘dirty’ work.
Costs for stays up until 30/04/26* not including £150 refundable deposit:
summer £840 / winter £770
*For costs beyond this period, get in touch: residencies@waspsstudios.org.uk.
Full use of the studio and living quarters
The Booth building consists of a combined ‘clean’ working area and living space which is located on the upper level and a stone-walled basement for more ‘dirty’ work.
Costs for stays up until 30/04/26* not including £150 refundable deposit:
summer £1,320 / winter £1,210
*For costs beyond this period, get in touch: residencies@waspsstudios.org.uk.
Bookings for The Booth are currently closed. Please get in touch to be added to our waiting list.