*** Residency applications are currently paused. 


The Forest is offering artists a free studio space at Sett Studios in

Leith for up to 2 months.


Residencies will be project-based and are open to all types artists

at any stage in their career.


YOU WILL RECEIVE :

- A shared studio space 
- A materials and transport budget of £100


YOU WILL ALSO HAVE FREE ACCESS TO OUR COMMUNAL : 

- Project Space for larger projects / workshops / community based events
- Messy Room for projects which require splashing out
- Exhibition Space for showcasing your work
- Kitchen for kitchen-y things


HOW TO APPLY :
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- Write a short project proposal which should include why you need this space and a time-line so we know how long you need a space for (500 words)
- Links to past work
- A short biography (100 words)


We welcome proposals from all people no matter their age, race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, class, cultural background, disability, marital status, pregnancy or maternity status.


Send applications to theforestcharity [at] gmail.com


Proposals will be appraised on a regular basis so there is no deadline,
​simply send your proposal in when you feel ready.

2023 RESIDENTS

Natalie Lyons Ballantine
​@lyonsballantine​
4 June - 30 July 2023

Bea Dessent
@beadessent ​
11 March - 3 June​ 2023

Tess Glen
www.tessglen.com ~ @teddglen
16th Jan - 10th March 2023

2022 RESIDENTS

Lindz McLeod
www.lindzmcleod.co.uk
8 Dec 2022 - 12 Jan 2023

Zebib K. Abraham
@pegasusunder 
Oct - 13 Nov 2022​

Sasha Callaghan 
@sashasaben
14 Nov - 7 Dec 2022

Kevin Rankin
@uftpob
Dates 1 - 30 Sep 2022

Lotte Fisher
@lottefisher
Dates 1 - 30 Aug 2022​