ISSUES

• lack of interdisciplinary opportunities i.e. for artists, musicians, performers and others to work together large scale and gain feedback
• the apparent seriousness of most cultural venues being a barrier to participation for the uninitiated
• lack of opportunities for cross fertilisation of audiences between arts sectors and genres
• lack of opportunities to experience the arts informally in a relaxed, accessible setting

SOLUTION

• identification of under utilised, lowcost but atmospheric properties
• innovative, cost effective refurbishment (recycling) of derelict spaces
• development of apt, humourous/prestigious brand
• recruitment/selection of a wide range of cutting edge talented individuals
• large scale events produced exploiting characteristics of informal venues

OUTCOMES

• developed audiences for Glasgow creatives across disclipines from art, design and music to computing, film and performance
• increased profile and opportunities for a variety of Glasgow creatives via coverage in local, national and international media
• a diverse community of 40 supporting and networking each other to develop individual practices and collective facilities such as screen printing and computing (Scotland's first fully broadbanded computer network).
• many formal and informal collaborations formed including spin off projects such as MF, RG and M8 S < links to all 3 >
• over subscribed, critically acclaimed events gave encouragement to practitioners and inspiration to audiences
• nomadic events helped kickstart a variety of initiatives around Glasgow
• A series of high profile tours to London brought significant career development to showcased Glasgow individuals and groups

case studies : stancoat___blotteau__rraincoat