Gaada Shetland artist-led projects + resources Gaada is a visual art workshop based in Burra Isle, Shetland.

From our studio we create collaborative projects with a wide variety of communities including artists, groups, and organisations. To find out more, please visit our website www.gaada.org or get in touch! Gaada is a not-for-profit Community Interest Company registered in Scotland SC596118

STRUAN HASWELL 💫V&A DUNDEE SPOTLIGHT💫Struan’s work explores his deep interest in wildlife observation of both the Human ...
17/06/2026

STRUAN HASWELL 💫V&A DUNDEE SPOTLIGHT💫

Struan’s work explores his deep interest in wildlife observation of both the Human and Natural World.

His weekly studio practice often  begins with him creating lists which gather points of intrigue and  perplexion that he then develops through drawing and printmaking.

Struan Haswell’s featured work ‘There’s no point in remembering something I do not remember from the past’  is from his classic “Struan Sayings”. In this case a wooly mammoth is paired with the text to make the perfect visual combination.

Struan also has new works in the V&A Dundee shop - a new hammerhead shark screenprint edition ‘Bewildered Means Surprised and Confused’, 3 new badge designs and a 2 tote bags ‘Rain Is Just Drops Of Water’ and ‘Thinking Can Be Confusing’. 

If you would like to read more about Gaada’s involvement in the V&A Dundee Design and Disability Exhibition you can do so on the Gaada website.

Thank-you so much to everyone who joined us for the first in person gathering of the Shetland Gay Bird Club on Sunday! W...
16/06/2026

Thank-you so much to everyone who joined us for the first in person gathering of the Shetland Gay Bird Club on Sunday! What a hoot 🫶🏼🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈💕

Despite the wind we braved the outdoors for a wholesome walk and spotted lots of birds including Whaaps/ Curlews, Tirricks/Terns, Shalders/ Oyster Catchers and Skootie Allan/ Arctic Skua!!

Back at Toogs Artist Workshop we warmed up with a nice cuppa, dove into some bird books and made a quick Riso printed zine inspired by the day.

This workshop was a literal dream come true for us!
12/06/2026

This workshop was a literal dream come true for us!

🐟🍟Fish and Chips for lunch at Toogs Artist Workshop! Yesterday’s lunchtime celebration during Robbie and Struan’s 1-2-1 ...
12/06/2026

🐟🍟Fish and Chips for lunch at Toogs Artist Workshop!
 
Yesterday’s lunchtime celebration during Robbie and Struan’s 1-2-1 workshops called for fish and chips!

We heard all about their recent trip to Dundee for the opening of the Design and Disability exhibition at the V & A.
 
Robbie also made a brand new 3-colour riso print inspired by the meal - delish!

🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ Shetland Gay Bird Club Merch! Grab your tees and totes in preparation for Shetland Pride this weekend 🌀💫We ha...
11/06/2026

🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ Shetland Gay Bird Club Merch!

Grab your tees and totes in preparation for Shetland Pride this weekend 🌀💫

We have reprinted our popular Duo Tirrick Tees, Tirricks Against Terfs Totes as well as printing our cheeky tote in an all new pink colour way!

Get em while you can 💫

Available now through the Gaada shop:

https://www.gaada.org/shop

All profits will be donated to Medical Aid for Palestinians

🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ Shetland Gay Bird Club Merch! Grab your tees and totes in preparation for Shetland Pride this weekend  🏳️‍⚧️ ...
10/06/2026

🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ Shetland Gay Bird Club Merch! Grab your tees and totes in preparation for Shetland Pride this weekend 🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈

We've reprinted our popular Duo Tirrick Tees, Tirricks Against Terfs Totes as well as printing our cheeky tote in an all new pink colour way!

Get em while you can 💫

Available now through the Gaada shop: https://www.gaada.org/shop

🇵🇸 All profits will be donated to Medical Aid for Palestinians

HELEN TULLOCH ☀️ V&A DUNDEE SPOTLIGHT ☀️ Shetland Artist Helen Tulloch's practice is all about rhythm, as she moves thro...
08/06/2026

HELEN TULLOCH ☀️ V&A DUNDEE SPOTLIGHT ☀️ Shetland Artist Helen Tulloch's practice is all about rhythm, as she moves through repeated sequences of energetic drawing, cutting, arranging, sticking.

Helen's work "Cutting Shapes" is currently featured in the exhibition Design & Disability at V&A Dundee, which is open now - let us know if you will be going to see it this summer!

If you'd like to find out more about Gaada's creative facilities and how to get involved, take a peek at our website - gaada.org 🥔

🖌️This week on the drying rack:Artist Michael Wiseman has been making these peerie joyful works of art using ink and sta...
05/06/2026

🖌️This week on the drying rack:

Artist Michael Wiseman has been making these peerie joyful works of art using ink and stamps. We absolutely love them!

Underneath you can see pops of Helen Tullochs beautiful screen prints too 🌟

ROBBIE BURNS ☀️ V&A DUNDEE SPOTLIGHT ☀️ Shetland Artist Robbie Burns' drawing-based practice centres around measured and...
05/06/2026

ROBBIE BURNS ☀️ V&A DUNDEE SPOTLIGHT ☀️ Shetland Artist Robbie Burns' drawing-based practice centres around measured and detailed line work with huge character. As well as a pen and ruler, Robbie also works with risography, screen printing and letterpress, taking inspiration from memories and everyday characters from his life.

Robbie's work "The Weather Man" is currently featured in the exhibition Design & Disability at V&A Dundee, which is open from today - let us know if you will be going to see it this summer!

If you'd like to find out more about Gaada's creative facilities and how to get involved, take a peek at our website - gaada.org 🥔

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Toogs Artist Workshop
Shetland
ZE29LD

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441595859539

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