Creative workshops to try across Dubai this October
Looking for creative things to do in Dubai this October? From ceramic workshops and painting sessions to photography classes, here are five workshops to have on your radar this month.
Clay workshop
October is already well underway, but there’s still time to do something creative this month
From getting hands-on with clay to exploring photography or experimenting with paint, Dubai has a lovely line-up of workshops for anyone keen to try something new, learn a skill, or simply make a little time for creativity.
Here are five workshops to add to your calendar...
October 17, House of Raw Studios, Ceramic Charcuterie Board Workshop
Get creative with clay at House of Raw Studios, where you can design and make your own ceramic charcuterie board in a hands-on workshop. Ideal for anyone who enjoys working with their hands, it is an opportunity to explore ceramics while creating something unique to take home and use.
Visit: houseofrawstudio.com
October 18, Gulf Photo Plus, Photography Level 1
Ready to move beyond AUTO mode? This beginner-friendly photography workshop introduces the fundamentals of aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and composition, helping participants understand how camera settings can change the way they see and capture the world around them. A great starting point for anyone looking to build confidence behind the camera.
Visit: gulfphotoplus.com
October 24 and 31, Tashkeel Nad Al Sheba, Drop-in & Paint: Brush Break
Take a creative break with Tashkeel’s relaxed painting workshop, designed to encourage experimentation with colour, brushwork and composition. Participants can draw inspiration from a reference, the natural world, or their own imagination, developing an individual artwork at their own pace and taking their finished piece home. Each session offers a chance to slow down, explore different techniques, and enjoy a little time making art.
Visit: tashkeel.org
October 24, Ishara Art Foundation, My Land, My Sea, My Sky
Presented in collaboration with Gulf Photo Plus and Alserkal Avenue, this interactive workshop explores the connections between memory, image-making, and ecology. Drawing inspiration from the landscapes, waterways, and skies around us, participants can experiment with cyanotype printing, collage, and handmade bookmaking to create a personal response to the environment. It is a chance to explore creative storytelling through alternative photographic techniques.
Visit: gulfphotoplus.com/products/my-land-my-sea-my-sky
October 27, Gulf Photo Plus, Photography Level 2
For those ready to take their photography further, this workshop builds on the fundamentals with a deeper exploration of camera settings, exposure and composition. Participants can develop their technical understanding, experiment with more advanced techniques and gain greater confidence in making creative decisions behind the lens.
Visit: gulfphotoplus.com