This workshop is currently full, please call 845 658-9133 to be put on a waitlist.

Join WSW for an unforgettable art experience at Rua Reidh Lighthouse, at one of the most dramatic and remote locations on the north-west coast of Scotland. This printmaking workshop will be held from May 19 – 27th, 2025.

About the Workshop

Perfect for artists of all levels, this class will introduce you to versatile, low-tech printmaking techniques. We’ll explore the possibilities of collagraph, a cardboard or plastic plate matrix that offers unlimited opportunities for creating rich linear and textural prints. Participants will be introduced to a variety of intaglio as well as relief techniques, including drypoint, carborundum aquatint, textural relief printing and a variety of multiple printing and collaging processes to combine several plates to achieve sumptuous, multilayered prints. Various registration and printing methods will be taught in order to discover the simplest and fool proof method to print a perfectly registered print.

Experience hands-on learning with short demonstrations that reveal techniques easily adaptable to any home studio. Whether you’re a seasoned printmaker or just starting out, this workshop promises to be an enriching and inspiring experience.

This is an opportunity to work alongside 7 artists in this magical setting. There is one single room and three double rooms available. A stone-flagged conservatory will be transformed into the printmaking studio, and whenever possible, you’ll enjoy your meals outdoors amidst the stunning scenery.

Don’t miss out—this is your last chance to create art at Rua Reidh before Susan finds new homes for her printing presses. Register now and be part of this once-in-a-lifetime artistic journey!

Your tuition, including a $500 deposit, includes housing in the lighthouse, home cooked meals, and a guided excursion. There are three room-types available at a variety of price points: a single-occupancy bedroom on the first floor ($4200), a shared bedroom on the first floor ($3500), and two shared bedrooms with an ocean view on the second floor ($3800).

About the Location and Accommodations

Rua Reidh Lighthouse is near Gairloch in Wester Ross, standing at the entrance to Loch Ewe, with breath-taking views across the Minch to the Isle of Skye, the Shiant Isles and the Outer Hebrides. There are three room-types available at a variety of price points: a single-occupancy ensuite bedroom on the first floor, a shared ensuite small twin bedroom on the first floor, and two shared ensuite twin bedrooms with full ocean views on the second floor. These rooms are reserved on a first-come-first-served basis; please choose your room-type from the drop down menu when you register.

We’ll have time to explore the rugged, dramatic area around the lighthouse and watch for wildlife including whales, basking sharks, dolphins, otters, white-tailed sea eagles, gannets, and many other birds. Views are stunning from any point on the headland. One hike hugs cliffs and sheep trails all the way to the white sands and turquoise waters of secluded Camas Mòr beach. The more intrepid can then continue on to the ancient woodlands at Loch an Draing and circle back over the moorland. If you are interested in hiking or exploring, please bring hiking boots with ankle support and expect rugged terrain.

While most days will be spent working in the studio, we’ll take a morning excursion to visit the unforgettable Inverewe Gardens. This breathtaking location is where the Gulf stream meets the Highlands, and is home to flora from across the globe!

Meals will be provided. Accommodations for dietary restrictions can be made as long as notice is given four weeks before the arrival date. Below is a sample overview of food/meals, though not exhaustive. Actual dishes will be based on availability of fresh/local produce, etc. Set menus, no orders! Please see possible lunch and supper offerings below.

Breakfast (self-prepared in the 3 guest accommodation kitchens)

• Eggs
• Artisan breads (incl. oatcakes, croissants, etc.)
• Fresh fruit 
• Organic muesli
• Milk & yogurt
• Local honey
• Butter, jams, etc.

Lunches (cold buffet/salads)

• Couscous & pomegranate
• Chicken / potato / artichoke hearts
• Ginger miso carrots w/ butter beans
• Red Cabbage / walnut / cranberries / apple
• Panzanella (Italian – tomatoes / onion / fresh basil / croutons)
• Mast-o-Khiar (Persian – yogurt / cucumber / raisins / walnuts / fresh mint)
• Jackfruit & chickpeas
• Kuku with feta & cherry tomatoes & fresh oregano (egg based)
• Mixed salad greens

Suppers (soups/stews and/or savory oven bakes)

Soups/stews

• Moroccan Chicken Tajine
• Beef Tandoori
• Vegetarian Lentil
• Corn Lemongrass Chowder (vegetarian or w/chicken)
• Persian Ab-Goosht (w/lamb or beef)
• Canadian Black Bean (w/ or w/out chorizo)

Other Hot Dishes

• Mixed rosemary roasted vegetables
• Tuscan-style sausages (boiled in red wine & fresh herbs)
• Roasted sweet potatoes
• Vegetarian moussaka

Breads for lunch & supper

• Various flatbreads, including farinata (Tuscan chickpea).

Dessert

• Lemon drizzle cake
• Dark chocolate cherry cake
• Fresh-strawberry flan
• Meringues w/ whipped cream & fresh fruits
• Apple/mixed fruit crumble
• Ice cream

Each of the 3 guest accommodation kitchens are outfitted with utensils, pots, pans, dishes, etc., as well as basics of coffee, teas (black & range of herbal), sugar, sea salt, black peppercorns, olive oil.

Getting There

Women’s Studio Workshop has arranged a bus to pick up students at the Inverness Airport at 3:30pm BST on May 19th. All participants should plan to arrive with ample time to meet at the designated location and board the bus. A bus is scheduled to return students to the Inverness Airport by 8am BST on May 27th. Connecting flights to Inverness are available from Amsterdam, Gatwick, and Heathrow. Our hosts recommend flying through Amsterdam for ultimate ease of travel.

Registration

We are thrilled for you to join us on this unforgettable art-making adventure! Upon registration, a $500 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your space. Any remaining tuition and lab fee payment is due one month prior to the start of the workshop. If you register within one month of the class start date, we ask that you pay in full at the time of registration. If your full balance is not received one month prior to your workshop, you may lose your spot in the class.

Click below to put down $500 deposit and secure your spot for this workshop. Your tuition includes housing in the lighthouse, home cooked meals, and a guided excursion. There are three room-types available at a variety of price points: a single-occupancy bedroom on the first floor ($4200), a shared bedroom on the first floor ($3500), and two shared bedrooms with an ocean view on the second floor ($3800).