studio rental

Before renting a studio, users must attend an induction session where they will be introduced to the health and safety requirements of each studio or workshop.  During your induction session you will be required to demonstrate your experience/competence with each piece of equipment.  Individuals requiring more experience will be advised to participate in one of our part-time courses or "Mini Masterclass" workshops to gain confidence and practical knowledge in specific areas, which will then qualify them for independent access to our studio equipment. 

friends of Artstudiosbcot

There are many benefits to renting studio space at ArtStudiosBCoT including:
  • Access to qualified specialist technicians who have worked in industry and are fully trained in H&S
  • 10% discount on courses in Art & Design
  • Opportunity to show your work in the end of year annual ArtStudiosBCoT exhibition
  • Free advertising through our social media channels
  • Access to specialist software, including Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator)
  • Free parking
  • Opportunity to use our studios to put on commercial workshops
  • Wide range of art supplies, including paints, fabrics, and specialist paper, available for purchase on-site
  • Access to BCoT library which includes terrific art & design resources

inductions

Inductions are available for the following areas:
  • Fashion studio
  • Weave/knit studio
  • Printmaking studio & dye lab
  • Ceramics & Plaster studios
  • Woodwork & Metal workshops
  • Glassmaking & Resin Workshops
  • Plastics, 3D & Laser cutting workshops
During your induction, you will be introduced to our computer system, parking, fill in the necessary health & safety paperwork and criminal record disclosure, receive a tour of the facilities, discuss studio availability, be introduced to general health & safety protocols within the department.

studio availability (spring 2018)

Printmaking Studio
Tuesdays
Wednesdays
Thursdays
*Closed everyday for lunch between 12 and 1

Fashion Studio
Monday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM*
*Closed everyday for lunch between 12 and 1

Weave/Knit Studio
Monday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM*
*Closed everyday for lunch between 12 and 1

Ceramics/Plaster/Resin/Woodwork/Metalwork Studios
*Lunch time closure: Monday & Tuesdays 12-1, Wednesday-Friday 1-2 

Computer Suite
Monday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM*
*Closed everyday for lunch between 12 and 1

prices

Pre-payment in full before your visit is required, and can be paid in person at our finance office, or online at the BCoT Store.  A materials account must be set up for each studio user, which should be topped up before each visit.
Studio rental fee: £6 per hour (inclusive of VAT), minimum 3 hours (laser cutter is subject to different rates - please contact us for more information)
Inductions: £25
Additional Mini Masterclass workshops: £30

GROUPS

Interested in hiring our studios to teach a course or workshop?  Please contact us to discuss your requirements and for more information on group rates and availability.