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Macrame class with local artist Lucy Wayman hosted by The Arienas Collective creative workshop space in Edinburgh City Centre.

A three-hour workshop designed to inspire and guide you in writing your personal stories led by local bestselling author and certified book coach Emma Dhesi. This beginner-friendly workshop is designed as a no-pressure, exploratory space where you can connect with your creativity and reflect on your personal experiences. It's ideal for anyone who wants to explore memoir writing and storytelling techniques, whether you’re reflecting on your own life, telling a loved one’s story, or capturing memories tied to a craft or creative activity. You will: Learn practical techniques for uncovering and organising your ideas through memory mapping. Practice sensory writing to make your memories vivid and immersive. Write a heartfelt first scene of your memoir or personal essay, using a simple three-part structure: Hook, Scene, and Reflection. Share your work (optional) and receive encouraging feedback in a supportive group setting. Emma will provide guidance and step-by-step activities to help you structure and enhance your writing, and you will leave with the start of a memoir chapter, or personal essay, and practical tools to continue writing at home. All materials are included, plus a handout with writing prompts, tips, and recommended memoirs for further inspiration. Just bring your ideas and enthusiasm! If you have specific memories or objects you’d like to write about, feel free to bring those for inspiration. More information The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a welcoming and supportive environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind and immerse yourself in being creative. Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. Our taster and introductory workshops focus on teaching creative skills and methods you can continue practising at home, using affordable materials and equipment. Where more expensive equipment is required we will mention this in the workshop description. All the equipment and materials you need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise. Light refreshments from local suppliers are provided. On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out. There is also a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, and restaurants, plus a range of supermarkets all within a 5-10 minute walk. Accessibility The workshop space is on the first-floor of our Georgian mews home and unfortunately we do not have lift access. Blue badge holders can park outside our front door on the single yellow line by arrangement. Allergies The workshop space is in our open plan living space and is not nut free. Please let us know about any skin or food allergies before booking. We offer a dairy-free milk and gluten free snack alternative. Minimum number no refund policy To ensure we can always pay our creatives a fair fee, we require a minimum number of bookings for each workshop and for this reason bookings are non-refundable. Should we have to cancel due to low numbers, we will offer you the option to swap to an alternative date or workshop, or to request a refund. We do our very best to avoid cancellations. Since we often get late bookings, we keep our workshops on sale for as long as possible. We realise that some of you travel from afar, so if you book a space and have not yet received an email confirming your workshop is going ahead and need to make plans for your trip, please get in touch before booking any travel or accommodation so we can update you on booking numbers. Or check in before booking. Private workshop bookings Most of our workshops are also available to book for: private get-togethers with family and friends; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and in-store retail events for your customers. If you’d like to know more please Email Lynn. Age restrictions Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.

A course to get you started on your sewing hobby and to build confidence. First steps or a refresher on dressmaking, what the patterns are talking about and simple alterations

Unleash Your Inner Bird! Sky Riders Elementary Pilot Course. Learn to paraglide with our beginner-friendly course.

Beginner-friendly macrame Christmas wreath making class in Edinburgh

Beginners silver clay jewellery class in Edinburgh City Centre

A lace making taster session - learn basic stitches and make a small piece of simple lace.

Course Title: 3ds Max Essential Training Course Perfect for novice 3ds Max users, our Essentials Training Course, hosted by an Autodesk Certified Trainer, equips you with core skills for creating 3D models and animations. Click here for more info: Website Duration: 16 hours Method: 1-on-1, Personalized Attention, Tailored Content, Flexible Pace, Individual Support Schedule: Tailor your own schedule by pre-booking a convenient hours, available from Mon to Sat between 9 am and 7 pm. Course Highlights: Comprehensive Learning: Covering 3ds Max from the basics, including interface navigation and customization, to essential skills for professional 3D modeling and animations. Expert Guidance: Certified tutors and industry experts provide personalized attention, ensuring a deep understanding of 3D concepts. Flexible Scheduling: Tailor the learning experience to your pace and preferences, with one-on-one sessions available from Monday to Sunday. Interactive Learning: Engage in hands-on exercises and practical projects, enhancing your skills in a real-world context. Job Opportunities: Upon completion, students can pursue careers as: 3D Modelers: Creating detailed 3D models for games, movies, or architectural visualization. Animation Artists: Designing engaging animations for various media platforms. Visual Effects (VFX) Artists: Working on special effects for films, TV shows, and commercials. Architectural Visualizers: Producing realistic architectural renders for construction and design projects. Game Designers: Developing immersive game environments and characters. Recommended Reading: "3ds Max 2022 for Beginners" by CADFolks: A beginner-friendly guide covering fundamental concepts and techniques in 3ds Max. "Mastering Autodesk 3ds Max 2022" by Nicholas Boughen: A comprehensive resource for mastering advanced features and workflows in 3ds Max. "The Animator's Survival Kit" by Richard Williams: A classic animation guide providing valuable insights for aspiring animators. These books offer valuable knowledge and techniques, complementing the skills learned in the course and aiding in future career endeavors. Upon completing the 3ds Max Basic to Fundamentals Training Course, participants will: Master 3ds Max Tools: Gain a deep understanding of the software interface, tools, and navigation, enabling efficient 3D modeling and animation. Create Complex Models: Develop proficiency in creating intricate 3D models, including objects, characters, and architectural elements, using various modeling techniques. Apply Realistic Textures: Learn to apply textures, maps, and materials to enhance the realism of 3D models, understanding diffuse, bump, and reflective materials. Perfect Lighting and Rendering: Acquire skills in setting up various lights, environment lighting, and global illumination for realistic renderings, optimizing rendering settings for quality output. Animate with Precision: Master keyframe animation, path animation, and constraints, bringing 3D scenes to life with smooth and accurate motion. Understand Dynamics and Simulations: Explore basic dynamics and simulations, including particle systems, creating dynamic and interactive 3D environments. Problem-Solve Creatively: Develop problem-solving skills for common challenges in 3D design, using innovative techniques and tools. Professional Project Execution: Apply learned skills to real-world projects, ensuring a professional approach to 3D modeling, animation, and visualization. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to confidently create visually stunning 3D models, animations, and visualizations, making them proficient 3ds Max users ready for diverse industry applications. Course Highlights: Comprehensive Learning: Covering 3ds Max from the basics, including interface navigation and customization, to essential skills for professional 3D modeling and animations. Expert Guidance: Certified tutors and industry experts provide personalized attention, ensuring a deep understanding of 3D concepts. Flexible Scheduling: Tailor the learning experience to your pace and preferences, with one-on-one sessions available from Monday to Sunday. Interactive Learning: Engage in hands-on exercises and practical projects, enhancing your skills in a real-world context. Job Opportunities: Upon completion, students can pursue careers as: 3D Modelers: Creating detailed 3D models for games, movies, or architectural visualization. Animation Artists: Designing engaging animations for various media platforms. Visual Effects (VFX) Artists: Working on special effects for films, TV shows, and commercials. Architectural Visualizers: Producing realistic architectural renders for construction and design projects. Game Designers: Developing immersive game environments and characters. Recommended Reading: "3ds Max 2022 for Beginners" by CADFolks: A beginner-friendly guide covering fundamental concepts and techniques in 3ds Max. "Mastering Autodesk 3ds Max 2022" by Nicholas Boughen: A comprehensive resource for mastering advanced features and workflows in 3ds Max. "The Animator's Survival Kit" by Richard Williams: A classic animation guide providing valuable insights for aspiring animators. These books offer valuable knowledge and techniques, complementing the skills learned in the course and aiding in future career endeavors. Receive ongoing email support for a lifetime. Access comprehensive handouts and valuable documents. Explore flexible financial support choices, including installment plans and funding through job center plus and DWP (Contact us for specifics). Rest assured with our money-back guarantee: If you're dissatisfied after your initial session, we address your concerns and provide a refund if necessary (Terms and conditions may apply). Get help with computer optimization to enhance software performance in Autocad, 3ds Max, and Photoshop on both PC platforms. Benefit from our industry connections, facilitating portfolio promotion and job opportunities.

🗓 Date: Wednesday 24th September ⏰ Time: 9:30am – 10:30am 📍 Location: Hatch 1, The Hat Factory, Luton 🎯 Level: Intermediate Thinking of creating a website for your business but unsure where to start—or how much it’ll cost? This beginner-friendly session is designed for business owners and entrepreneurs who want to get online quickly and affordably, without needing to hire a developer. In just one hour, you’ll explore simple, cost-effective website platforms that allow you to build your own site with confidence and ease—even with zero technical experience. What You’ll Learn: Overview of popular low-cost website platforms (Wix, Google Sites, Squarespace, and more) Live demo: how to build a free website using Google Sites Tips for choosing the right layout and features for your business Introduction to Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)—how to help your website show up in Google Useful tools to maintain and improve your website over time Perfect for startups, sole traders, creatives, and side-hustlers who want an affordable web presence that works.

A private beginner embroidery workshop from Hoop & Fred tailored just for you!