How can time spent on a boat or by the water shift our perspectives and encourage different ways of thinking and doing?
Join us for this poetry and writing workshop on the water in Plockton Harbour as we explore our own relationships with the water, and the role the sea plays in connecting us across and within different people, places and communities.
Full details and how to book coming soon.
From Plockton to Portree is a boat project with Malcolm Mackenzie bringing people together to explore stories and relationships with the sea.
In the summer of 2022, Malcolm invites people to join him on and by the sea in a series of activities leading towards the building of two new coastal rowing skiffs and the re-staging of a race between Plockton and Portree.
Part of the Culture Collective network, the project is supported by ATLAS and SEALL and will take place across Skye and Lochalsh over 2022 – 23.
Gathering on the water, Plockton
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Iuchar 2022, 10:30 — 16:00
Làthaireachd shaor an-asgaidh
Details of the day
Details of meeting place will be issued nearer the event.
10.30 – 12.00 Coffee, welcome and introduction. Settling-in and observation exercises on the shore led by Malcolm and Ania.
12.00 – 13.00 Lunch (bring a packed lunch).
13.00 – 15.00 Writing / Observing collaborative workshop. In pairs alternating activities on the shore, and the Plockton local boat on the water.
15.00 – 16.00 tea break and coming together to share.
Notes on Access
The morning workshop will begin on the shore. Activities will take place over uneven, slippy and gradually sloping ground.
Afternoon activities include boarding a Plockton local boat either from the shoreline or by pontoon. This may require walking into the water to access the boat and stepping into the boat from there.
Please wear suitable footwear for uneven ground, and dress for the weather. Bring along a spare pair of shoes you don't mind getting wet, such as old trainers. Should there be adverse weather warnings the workshop will be cancelled and participants notified.
Parking: there is limited parking at on Harbour street.
Free public toilets are located on Harbour street.
A hearing loop can be made available on the day. If you require this please let us know on booking.
We endeavour to ensure our events can be accessed in a range of ways. If we can make it easier to take part in anything we do, or if you have any feedback or suggestions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with admin@atlasarts.org.uk
About the project
From Plockton to Portree (opens in new tab) is a boat project with Malcolm Mackenzie bringing people together to explore stories and relationships with the sea.
In the summer of 2022, Malcolm invites people to join him on and by the sea in a series of activities leading towards the building of two new coastal rowing skiffs and the re-staging of a race between Plockton and Portree.
Part of the Culture Collective network, the project is supported by ATLAS and SEALL and will take place across Skye and Lochalsh over 2022 – 23.