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Step into the world of movie special effects at Wētā Workshop Unleashed in Auckland and discover how artists bring film magic to life. In this hands-on beginner workshop, you'll learn introductory techniques from the Wētā Workshop Unleashed crew, in a small group with plenty of one-on-one guidance.
Choose from two options.
Intro to Scars and Scrapes - create your own realistic special effects makeup using professional techniques used in film production.
Intro to Worldbuilding - create real miniature environments and landscapes using recycled materials. It’s cinematic worldbuilding scaled down and made hands-on.
During this interactive 90-minute workshop, you'll learn how to or how to cut, shape and sculpt materials like cardboard and foil, then paint, texture and weather your creation to tell its story. No experience is necessary, and all materials are provided.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please head to the Wētā Cave on Level 5, 88 Federal Street, Auckland City to check-in for your experience. You'll need to do this 15 minute before the workshop is due to begin. Look out for the trolls!
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1Weta Workshop Unleashed
Have you ever dreamed of a fantasy world and imagined every tiny detail of its landscape, colour, texture and shape? Have you ever wished you could create it, make it into something real, and explore how it would look once it's been constructed? Join our workshop and explore your artistic side and uncover the joy of creating. At our 'Intro into world building' Creative Workshop, our crew will teach the basic tricks of the trade to help you turn your imagination into reality. Experience what it’s like to be a practical effects artist, making real miniature environments and landscapes for a setting in a movie scene.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check in at the Wētā Cave 10 mins before your workshop starts.
- Duration: 60 minutes (Scars and Scrapes) or 90 minutes (Worldbuilding).
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check in at the Wētā Cave 10 mins before your workshop starts.
- Duration: 60 minutes (Scars and Scrapes) or 90 minutes (Worldbuilding).
- Getting there: Central Auckland, 10-min walk from Britomart. Paid parking at SkyCity car park.
- Bring: Your camera or phone (photos and video welcome).
- Allergy note: materials may include latex, silicone and foam.
- Minimum age: 12 years
- What to wear: avoid clothes you don't mind getting messy or painted
- All materials provided.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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