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A slab-building pottery workshop, using stoneware clay to create your own Frankenstein Monster Pot! Suitable for all ages and ideal for families.

Struggling to perfect your latte art? Our comprehensive 3-hour masterclass will teach you all about texturing milk, pouring patterns and achieving beautiful latte art. The course is a hands-on, practical experience where you will work alongside Benny, an experienced speciality coffee barista, to learn all about latte art and up your game. You'll learn the theory and tips behind getting perfectly-textured milk, watch demonstrations and then use our top-quality equipment to have plenty of goes yourself at pouring patterns, with constant feedback and guidance. We also specifically cater towards non-dairy milk drinkers too, so please let us know in advance whether you would like to learn with oat milk or dairy by entering it in your booking notes. Two hour short course If you already have some experience and are looking for a shorter, two-hour course then see the other options on our website. Free coffee Included with your booking are two x 230gr bags of our speciality coffee for you to take home to enjoy and practice with! Request a date We usually run this workshop on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday at 5pm. We are regularly adding new dates but if you have a specific day you'd like to do the course then please use the request a date feature or contact us and we'll check our availability. Thank you.

For those with some experience in latte art or needing a refresher, our Latte Art Improvers Workshop is a two-hour session where you'll brush up on your skills. We'll cover finer points of latte art for baristas or coffee enthusiasts who feel confident about pouring a heart and are ready to try some more intermediate patterns such as tulips and rosettas. The course is a hands-on, practical experience where you will work alongside Benny, an experienced speciality coffee barista, to learn all about latte art and up your game. You'll learn tips behind getting perfectly-textured milk, watch demonstrations and then use our top-quality equipment to have plenty of goes yourself at pouring patterns, with constant feedback and guidance. We also specifically cater towards non-dairy milk drinkers too, so please let us know in advance whether you would like to learn with oat milk or dairy by entering it in your booking notes. Three hour masterclass If you don't have any experience in latte art and want to start from scratch, we also run a 3-hour 'masterclass' which is perfect if you want a more comprehensive session. Please find more details on our website. Free coffee Included with your booking are two x 230gr bags of our speciality coffee for you to take home to enjoy and practice with! Request a date We usually run this workshop on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday at 5pm. We are regularly adding new dates but if you have a specific day you'd like to do the course then please use the request a date feature or contact us and we'll check our availability. Thank you.

Breathwork Workshop: "Breathe in Edinburgh's Heritage"As part of the Edinburgh 900 anniversary celebrations, join us for a transformative Breathwork Workshop, designed to connect you with the essence of mindful breathing while honoring the rich, diverse cultural heritage of our vibrant city. This 2-hour session will guide participants through the art of conscious breathing, a practice rooted in various cultural traditions across the globe. In this workshop, we will also explore the language of breath, learning different words and terms related to breathing from various cultures. You'll discover how the simple act of pausing to breathe can be a powerful tool in navigating conversations, especially when speaking a language that is not your own. This session will help you cultivate the mindfulness needed to communicate with clarity and calm, bridging linguistic and cultural gaps. Our goal is to create a space where participants from different backgrounds can come together to share and experience the universal power of breath. By engaging in this practice, we celebrate not only Edinburgh's historic 900 years but also the multicultural influences that have shaped our city. Whether you're new to breathwork or a seasoned practitioner, this workshop offers an opportunity to deepen your connection to yourself and others in our community. Let’s breathe together, learn together, and celebrate the unity in our diversity. This FREE workshop is sponsored by Edinburgh Council- Edinburgh 900 Meeting in the studio at 9.45 and then decide if the weather is fine to go to Saughton Park We prioritize our international community in the area of Gorgie-Dalry-Saughton where our studio is based.  By attending this class you release the teacher, Giada Gaslini and Art and Spirituality Cic, from any liability arising out of any personal injuries, emotional or physical release, death, expectations of results, theft in the venue or damages that may happen to people and objects while attending.

We are beyond excited about our first-ever Arienas Collective exhibition! The exhibition is taking place in the Scot-ART Gallery 1 on the 3rd floor of St Margaret’s House, 151 London Road, Edinburgh EH7 6AE from Saturday, 24 - Saturday, 31 May 2025 and is open from 11am-5pm each day. The exhibition is free to enter and you can find out more about our theme, who will be exhibiting, and opportunities to meet our creatives in person here. We will be exploring how creatives balance making art they love with art they earn a living from. The exhibition will feature original artworks, alongside live demonstrations, taster workshops and talks. You can see a full list of our Exhibition Talks and Tasters here. This is where to book spaces for a Mosaic making taster with Jacky from Mossy Mosaic Using materials including sea glass, pottery and vitreous tiles you will create your very own mosaic masterpiece! In this taster workshop there won’t be any tile cutting (come to a Mossy Mosaic workshop at Arienas to learn this skill!) However, there will be lots of sticking and using small pieces, so it’s only suitable for those over 8yrs old (and all children must be accompanied/ helped by someone over 18).

Discover the secrets of crafting the perfect espresso from the comfort of your home with our interactive Home Barista Workshop at Etude Coffee. In this immersive two-hour session, set in the inviting atmosphere of our local roastery, you'll explore the essentials of espresso creation under the guidance of our expert baristas. Designed for coffee lovers at any skill level, this workshop is dedicated to unraveling the intricacies of using a home espresso machine. From selecting the ideal beans to achieving the perfect grind and tamp, you'll gain hands-on experience in extracting that flawless espresso shot. Moreover, we'll delve into the art of milk texturing, enabling you to prepare velvety smooth lattes and cappuccinos that elevate your home coffee experience to new heights. Whether you're a novice aiming to improve your morning coffee routine or a seasoned enthusiast looking to polish your espresso-making skills, this workshop offers valuable insights, practical expertise, and a warm community of coffee aficionados.

We are beyond excited for our first-ever Arienas Collective exhibition! You can find out more about the ‘For love or money?’ Exhibition 2025 theme, who will be exhibiting, and opportunities for meeting our creatives in person on our dedicated Exhibition 2025 page here. A full list of the Exhibition Talks and Tasters is below. Please check the individual booking pages below for more information. If you're just planning on popping into the Exhibition and would like to let us know when, you can book your free space using the blue Book buttons above, and we will email you a wee reminder nearer the date. How to book a space on an Exhibition Talk or Taster The Exhibition Talks, demos and drop-ins are free of charge, however spaces are limited and it would be helpful if you could book using the links below so that we have an idea of numbers. Select your choice of Talk or Taster below and the link will take you to the booking page. If it's already sold out, you can add your name to the waiting list. There is a nominal fee of £5 towards the cost of materials payable for the Exhibition Tasters, and spaces are limited. The £5 is also fully redeemable against the purchase of a workshop space (collect your exhibition voucher at the end of your Exhibition Taster). We recommend booking in advance to secure a spot. Any remaining spaces will be made available to book on the day. Your booking includes free entry to the exhibition from 11am - 5pm, so you'll have plenty time to explore! *If you are interested in turning your creative passion into a career, or are considering offering your own creative workshops, the talks marked with an asterisk may be of particular interest to you. **If you're visiting with children, the tasters marked with two asterisks may be of particular interest. Saturday, 24 May Enamelling Talk & demo at 11.30am Mosaic Taster at 12.30pm** Calligraphy Taster at 2pm Writing Taster at 3pm Sunday, 25 May Gel printing Taster at 12 noon Silver clay jewellery Talk & demo at 1.30pm Mosaic Taster at 2.30pm** Monday, 26 May Enamelling Talk & demo at 12 noon Sketching Taster at 1pm Setting up a YouTube Channel Talk at 2.30pm* Tuesday, 27 May Silver clay jewellery Talk & demo at 11.30am Mosaic Taster at 12.30pm** Calligraphy Taster at 2pm Wednesday, 28 May Watercolour Taster at 11am Lino printing Talk & demo at 12.30pm How to sell out creative workshops Talk & tips at 2pm* Thursday, 29 May Collaborative Weaving Drop-in for parents/carers & toddlers at 11am** Calligraphy Drop-in at 12 noon** Macrame Workshop from 1pm - 4pm Friday, 30 May Collage Taster at 12 noon How to start up a podcast Talk at 1.30pm* Silver clay jewellery Talk & demo at 2.30pm Saturday, 31 May Writing Taster at 11.30am Mosaic Taster at 1pm** Calligraphy Drop-in at 2.30pm**

We are beyond excited about our first-ever Arienas Collective exhibition! The exhibition is taking place in the Scot-ART Gallery 1 on the 3rd floor of St Margaret’s House, 151 London Road, Edinburgh EH7 6AE from Saturday, 24 - Saturday, 31 May 2025 and is open from 11am-5pm each day. The exhibition is free to enter and you can find out more about our theme, who will be exhibiting, and opportunities to meet our creatives in person here. We will be exploring how creatives balance making art they love with art they earn a living from. The exhibition will feature original artworks, alongside live demonstrations, taster workshops and talks. You can see a full list of our Exhibition Talks and Tasters here. This is where to book spaces for an Enamelling Talk with Sheila McDonald In my talk and demonstration, I will share my passion for enamel and answer any questions you may have including; what enamel is, how to prepare it, and show samples of the wonderful results that can be achieved.

We are beyond excited about our first-ever Arienas Collective exhibition! The exhibition is taking place in the Scot-ART Gallery 1 on the 3rd floor of St Margaret’s House, 151 London Road, Edinburgh EH7 6AE from Saturday, 24 - Saturday, 31 May 2025 and is open from 11am-5pm each day. The exhibition is free to enter and you can find out more about our theme, who will be exhibiting, and opportunities to meet our creatives in person here. We will be exploring how creatives balance making art they love with art they earn a living from. The exhibition will feature original artworks, alongside live demonstrations, taster workshops and talks. You can see a full list of our Exhibition Talks and Tasters here. This is where to book spaces for a Calligraphy Taster with Panna Calligraphy In this gentle introduction you will learn writing the alphabet in the 'Foundational hand', including how to use and hold the calligraphy pens to start you on your journey into the wonderful world of calligraphy!

We are beyond excited about our first-ever Arienas Collective exhibition! The exhibition is taking place in the Scot-ART Gallery 1 on the 3rd floor of St Margaret’s House, 151 London Road, Edinburgh EH7 6AE from Saturday, 24 - Saturday, 31 May 2025 and is open from 11am-5pm each day. The exhibition is free to enter and you can find out more about our theme, who will be exhibiting, and opportunities to meet our creatives in person here. We will be exploring how creatives balance making art they love with art they earn a living from. The exhibition will feature original artworks, alongside live demonstrations, taster workshops and talks. You can see a full list of our Exhibition Talks and Tasters here. This is where to book spaces for a Writing Taster with writer and published author Emma Dhesi From Memory to Memoir: Telling Our Stories. What compels someone to write their life story? Who reads memoir, and why does it matter? This interactive talk delves into the craft of memory, storytelling, and the enduring power of capturing human experience. Your story might be the next to inspire.