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Dive into a fun, tactile art style in this diorama workshop in Manchester.
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arrow_right_alt arrow_downward- Learn the basics of designing and building a diorama.
- Create a miniature landscape featuring textures, structures, and natural elements.
- Explore carving, sculpting, painting, and detailing techniques.
- Receive step-by-step guidance throughout the process.
- Enjoy a creative, informal session in your own space or chosen venue.
What you'll get
By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a finished diorama of your own and the skills to keep exploring this miniature art form.
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Perfect for beginners, hobbyists, and anyone who loves making things by hand.
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No need to bring anything, everything is provided!
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Phantasmagoria, 99 Manchester Road, Oldham United Kingdom OL3 7GE
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Recent reviews of Introduction to Diorama Making Workshop
- 5/5 from Vicki Box, attended Jul 2026: We loved doing the class! The teacher was a patient and knowledgeable. We came with 2 kids, they were very welcomed and he was happy for them to make what they wanted to.
- 5/5 from Michael Lindley, attended Jul 2026: Fun, enthusiastic and laid back teacher. We made dioramas of cliff landscapes. Everyone was briefed the same but I loved how we all interpreted the task differently and creatively.
- 5/5 from Nicola Morgan, attended Jul 2026: Absolutely superb workshop, relaxed and fun! Tutor was fantastic and helpful, and made everything so easy. I’ve wanted to do this for a long time, and it was better than I hoped! Can’t wait for the next workshop!
- 5/5 from Rachel Redfern, attended Jul 2026: An absolutely fantastic class. The teacher was so warm and friendly and patient with everyone including the kids. I'd say it's appropriate for a crafty kid of 8 yrs upwards, and suitable for people of all crafting abilities. Will definitely be watching out for future classes!
- 5/5 from Janice Guest, attended Jun 2026: Very relaxing. Plenty of variety of items to use. Nice small class. Instructor made helpful suggestions
- 5/5 from Rebecca Davey, attended Jun 2026: We loved this class so much! The teacher was very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend.
- 5/5 from Sarah Ashworth, attended May 2026: Two hours whizzed past as we created our mini models. The pace was friendly and relaxed with tips and demos provided as needed. A great session with everyone leaving with their own unique diorama.
- 5/5 from Lars Bojen, attended May 2026: Making dioramas was so much fun, James was a fantastic teacher and very encouraging. We drew out what we wanted to make and got stuck straight in carving up polystyrene into our scenes. Would recommend it very much.
- 5/5 from Liam Smale, attended May 2026: The workshop was so much fun. James was incredibly knowledgeable and so friendly. Loved it.
- 5/5 from Toubie Jack, attended May 2026: We loved the diorama workshop led by James! I bought it as a birthday gift for my young daughter and James was excellent in his teaching. She understood everything straight away and came home with a beautifully crafted diorama. Thank-you for a wonderful 2 hours.
- 5/5 from Lily Mumby, attended May 2026: Our teacher was extremely friendly and welcoming. He did a great job of juggling everyones needs and the workshop was paced really well. No one seemed to be falling behind or stuck. I walked away feeling quite accomplished with my work and the experience overall was super lovely! Highly recommend :)
- 5/5 from Hannah Quigley, attended May 2026: Excellent workshop! Learnt so much and very informative teacher. Lots of options and skills available. Nothing was too much to try and everyone's result were so different.
- 5/5 from Margaret Perduniak, attended May 2026: Teacher was very informative and helpful
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Hi there! I'm James, a model maker and miniaturist specializing in the wonderful craft of diorama making. What is a diorama, you may ask? Well, I like to describe them as tiny magical worlds that represent a place, a scene, or simply a dream of a landscape. You see them all the time but might never notice, in advertisements, film, and museums. My workshops offer an introduction to the incredibly creative process of bringing one of these scenes to life. Join me and discover the unique tools, techniques, and materials of diorama making.
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