Self-Directed Residencies @ The Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop 

We’re pleased to announce a range of self-directed residencies at The Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop.

The fifth bench in the workshop dedicated to residencies is the workbench of the late Master Silversmith Graham Stewart, whose generous gift of tools and equipment was the catalyst for this new home of Silversmithing in Scotland.

Self-directed residencies are offered from 1-week to 1-month but are not suitable for those with only basic knowledge of silversmithing as there is no provision of teaching and/or technical support.

 
 

There are 3 application deadlines throughout the year:

  • For residencies in March, April & May, applications are due by 20 January 2024

  • For residencies in June, July & August, applications are due by 20 March 2024

  • For residencies in September, November & December, applications are due by 20 May 2024


About the Residencies:

Costs

  • 1-week residency: £695.00

  • 2-week residency: £1,200.00

  • 1-month residency: £2,250.00

What is included:

  • Use of a fully equipped shared workshop with dedicated bench during your residency and open access after induction.

  • Self-catering accommodation on site a short walk from MSW.

  • MSW is set within the Marchmont Estate which provides an inspirational and peaceful rural back drop to creative projects.

  • Promotion on SGT website, social media and newsletters

What is not included:

  • Travel and transport: you will need to organise your own travel to MSW. Please be mindful that it is a rural location with a limited bus service if you do not drive.

  • Metal and materials are not included in the weekly residency fee charged, you will need to plan and organise what you need to undertake your work during your residency.

Successful applicants will be selected by the Board of Trustees of The Scottish Goldsmiths Trust. The SGT Trustees will look for the following criteria across all residency applications:

  • Quality and integrity of work

  • How well the need for the residency has been presented

  • The impact it will have on your practice

If you have any questions, please contact our CEO, Ebba Goring, via ebba@scottishgoldsmiths trust.org.

If you have any questions about the application, please contact our Digital & Communications Officer, Eda Obermanns, eda@scottishgoldsmithstrust.org.