Membership

boom saloon is an independent publisher dedicated to democratising creativity for good. We publish books and magazines, both in-house and for clients, which explore the connection between the arts and social change. Profits from these fund further publications, made in collaboration with people facing complex personal challenges such as substance abuse, homelessness, forcible displacement and dementia.

Our work often addresses issues which should be better supported by the state, yet we receive no continuous public funds or state aid. As such, for this vital work to continue we are reliant upon the support of an international collective of members, supporters and donors who enjoy a series of discounts, opportunities and events in thanks for their support. Most importantly, they make it possible for us to publish voices too often silenced and use paper and ink as a circular model for change.

To enable this vital work, join us as a member now. 

To find out more about what our members make possible, learn about the impact of our work here.

Member

Members benefit from…

  • Enabling paper and ink to drive positive social change 
  • Connection to a global community of writers, photographers, filmmakers, architects, academics and designers shaping a more sustainable future for all
  • Option to join the boom saloon members’ WhatsApp community
  • Access to open calls for events, features, newsletters and showcase opportunities
  • 10% unlimited discount on all items at the boom saloon shop
  • Exclusive discounts from the boom saloon community around the world
  • Free or discounted tickets to boom saloon events, including members’ meetups, collective viewings and workshops
Become a member

From £7.99/ month

Supporter

Supporters benefit from…

  • Enabling paper and ink to drive positive social change 
  • Connection to a global community of writers, photographers, filmmakers, architects, academics and designers shaping a more sustainable future for all
  • Option to join the boom saloon members’ WhatsApp community
  • Access to open calls for events, features, newsletters and showcase opportunities
  • 10% unlimited discount on all items at the boom saloon shop
  • Exclusive discounts from the boom saloon community around the world
  • Free or discounted tickets to boom saloon events, including members’ meetups, collective viewings and workshops
Become a supporter

From £5.00/ month

Donor

Donors benefit from…

 

  • Enabling paper and ink to drive positive social change
  • Connection to a global community of writers, photographers, filmmakers, architects, academics and designers shaping a more sustainable future for all
  • Option to join the boom saloon members’ WhatsApp community
  • Access to open calls for events, features, newsletters and showcase opportunities
  • 10% unlimited discount on all items at the boom saloon shop
  • Exclusive discounts from the boom saloon community around the world
  • Free or discounted tickets to boom saloon events, including members’ meetups, collective viewings and workshops
One time donation

Any amount welcome

Gifted Membership

Alongside personal membership, we’re delighted to present an all new offering that has been much requested – gifted membership. The perfect choice for those with an interest in arts, culture, climate and sustainability, gifted membership allows you to purchase a year’s worth of boom saloon membership to gift to another. As always, this will directly support our community projects and extend all of the benefits of membership to your chosen recipient.

They can then enjoy:

  • Enabling paper and ink to drive positive social change 
  • Connection to a global community of writers, photographers, filmmakers, architects, academics and designers shaping a more sustainable future for all
  • Option to join the boom saloon members’ WhatsApp community
  • Access to open calls for features, newsletters and showcase opportunities
  • 10% unlimited discount on all items at the boom saloon shop
  • Exclusive discounts from the boom saloon community around the world
  • Free or discounted tickets to boom saloon events, including members’ meetups, collective viewings and workshops
Gift membership

Words shared by our community

I would be delighted to sign up, so I did! Looking forward to seeing what projects emerge.
Scott Liddellmember
It’s my privilege to support your work. We share that reality that creative pursuits are a positive means to make progress, in all sorts of circumstances and ways.
John Ennismember
The time spent working with Boom Saloon was for me priceless. The workshops felt a bit like “therapy” as we were encouraged to explore our familiar worlds and our thoughts and feelings in response to this. I was able in a safe and entirely supported atmosphere, to really examine some emotions I had kept hidden too long and was able to use these emotions to drive my enthusiasm and creativity to pen some ideas and writing. Dementia is often accompanied by the anxiety of what’s next and the frustration of what can no longer be done. The BOOM Saloon project brought me hope, laughter, renewed self-respect and a wonderful sense of collegiate working that, for me anyway, had been denied me since my diagnosis.
Irene Donaldson#project002.5 collaborator
boom saloon are not only purveyors of high-quality art, but of inclusivity and community. With an unmistakably strong bond that binds the whole endeavour (and each contributor) together, there are few magazines like it. They are a pioneering publication and I can only see them ascending as time goes on. I am proud to be part of such an embracing and supportive family.
David Linklatermember
I have always been interested in the creative field, but found it really hard to have an opportunity to get involved. The atmosphere among all the young people in ‘Label Free’ was brilliant. We worked with a professional photographer and fashion designers! I have gained loads of helpful information in order for me to go on a jewellery design course. I now know my potential and my confidence has increased as well.
Lan You#project002 collaborator
boom is a celebration of creativity without boundaries, without prescriptive ideas and wholly with the revolutionary concept of creating beautiful work that genuinely gives back
Ruth Macgilpmember
boom saloon is not only made by the carefully curated meetings of the best creative talent and work being produced globally, realised through clean graphic design and breathtaking photography, but it is made by the ethos behind all that the boom room do. The pages of boom saloon shout about incredible work by creatives from every corner of the world, no matter their background nor circumstance, and most importantly; belong to the reader. boom saloon does not belong to an elite few, nor to the team behind it, but to the readers who hold the magazine in their hand - a message encouraged by the editor as early in boom saloon's journey as issue 1. It feels accessible, diverse, and ultimately is a gift from the minds of boom, to anyone and everyone who is lucky enough to pick up a copy for themselves.
Julie Cummingmember
My experience of the first boom project was incredible! It was amazing to see such a diverse group of people from different backgrounds with different skill sets coming together to do what they love! There is an overwhelming sense of encouragement and support that boom projects provide which makes for such an incredibly comfortable, friendly and enjoyable experience! I feel so happy and lucky to have been a part of something that is so relevant and that is, at its core, good
Dominique Haig#project001 collaborator
I have found working with boom saloon over the last couple of years to be a deeply rewarding experience. The work they do to foster an inclusive and creative environment is extremely admirable. I am always happy to work with a company that is so willing to put people to the front of any project. boom saloon never create the feeling of hierarchy or elitism within their publication which is so refreshing and rare to see in this industry. The project that I worked on with them was to help refugees have entry to a field they would otherwise have no chance to participate in. This is really cool to see a new young company being a part of. I hope to continue to collaborate with boom saloon for years to come.
Connor Howiesonmember
This sounds like a great idea, I'm happy to contribute [...] Exciting times (and I know a lot of hard work ) ahead for you and the good work of boom saloon.
Chris Hughesmember
Sounds good, sign me up! So cool how far Boom has come, you must be so proud!
Stuart Mackenziemember
I would be delighted to support your initiatives in any way I can. You are doing amazing work in a tough landscape. Hats off to you.
Alex Gunnmember
Relief and delight - have sub'd to your membership.
Colin Gilchristmember
Through the workshops we were encouraged to look at things, including ourselves, in a totally different light. We could express ourselves, write about how we felt, what we saw, what we thought about things. Some of the workshops were very emotional while others inspired me to write what I consider to be very good poems by a total novice.
Gerald King#project002.5 collaborator
The creative writing had a surprising impact on Gerald. He had never been one for writing things down before – he’s artistic but not much for the written word. I think he surprised himself by how much he enjoyed it – and the writing he has produced has been enlightening. It has given him an outlet for how he feels, and he gets real pleasure from it. It can be quite emotional reading his inner emotions.
Trisha King#project002.5 collaborator
boom saloon do it differently
Alex Durussell-Bakermember
boom saloon is an incredible media company with unshakeable values (rare) doing amazing and innovative work
Cam Proctermember

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Frequently asked questions

boom saloon is an independent publisher dedicated to democratising creativity for good. 

We publish books and magazines, both in-house and for clients, which explore the connection between the arts and social change. Profits from these fund further publications, made in collaboration with people facing complex personal challenges. In this way, we use paper and ink to drive positive social change. 

Our work is powered by an international collective of members, who enjoy a series of discounts and events in thanks for their support. Most importantly, they make it possible for us to publish voices too often silenced and use paper and ink as a circular model for change.

​​These are an ongoing series of publications which inspire and empower people facing complex personal challenges. These people could be anyone we recognise creative potential in, no matter their background, education or level of experience. Sometimes our publications focus on a specific geography – such as North Edinburgh – sometimes a particular demography – such as people with dementia – but always work with those communities we believe to have talent and potential above and beyond what others may recognise.

All profits from membership directly fund our community publications.

Yes; if you’d like to get involved in our current work, please email admin@boomsaloon.com to hear more.

Our group membership option presents a special offer for groups of up to ten – whether you are part of a company, collective or group of family or friends. Together, you will directly support our community publications and enjoy the opportunity to incite genuine change whilst enjoying coming together for our events and member opportunities.

Find out via our Wonderwall.