Plasticine Portraits Workshop in Norwich

Squish, push, and shape a plasticine portrait of yourself, a friend, or a favourite person at this fun workshop in Norwich.


Artidote
Artidote
5.0 (5)

2 hours Class size 1 to 16 guests       £35 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)
Norwich Activities
What to Expect at our Plasticine Portraits Workshop

What to Expect at Our Plasticine Portraits Workshop

You’ll be welcomed into the Artidote studio and introduced to the colourful world of plasticine portraiture.

We start with a few simple drawing and observation exercises, you'll begin to notice the little details that make every face unique.

Expect plenty of rolling, pressing, stretching and reshaping as your portrait gradually comes to life. You'll be encouraged to experiment, exaggerate features and embrace the unexpected.

You'll leave with a unique plasticine portrait and hopefully a big smile on your face.


Who is the workshop for?

Who Is the Workshop For?

  • Beginners looking to try something different
  • People who love the playfulness of plasticine
  • Friends, couples or groups looking for a fun shared experience
  • Art lovers and craft enthusiasts


Why choose Artidote in Norwich

Why Choose Artidote in Norwich

  • Small group sizes (6-14)
  • Central Norwich studio location
  • Relaxed and friendly atmosphere
  • Focus on creative confidence, not rigid instruction.


Our Artidote studio

Our Artidote Studio

Is a bright, airy and welcoming space full of light, art and plants. It's been designed to make you feel good. There is plenty of space, with a range of seating, including ergonomic chairs and sit-stand desks. This ensures you can sit, stand and move throughout your time here.


This fun, hands-on session is all about making expressive plasticine portraits full of character, colour, and personality. You'll squish, shape, push, and experiment your way through a relaxed creative workshop that combines a bit of drawing, observation, and sculpture in a completely different way.
Using plasticine and guided exercises, we'll explore how to capture likeness, emotion, and expression through shape, colour, and exaggeration. Expect wonky noses, oversized eyebrows, strange colour combinations, and happy accidents.
Why not come along with a friend, partner, or a group of friends and sculpt each other? It's a great way to spend time together, you'll have plenty to laugh about, and you'll go home with a one-of-a-kind portrait.
If you'd rather work from photos, that's absolutely fine too. You can create a portrait of yourself, a family member, a favourite person, or anyone you have enough good reference photos of.
As with all our workshops, this is designed for beginners. You don't need any experience or prior sculpting knowledge to take part. Just bring your curiosity and a willingness to play, distort, and experiment to bring your model to life.
This workshop is about loosening up your creativity; it's social, tactile, and surprisingly therapeutic.
Our workshops are designed for beginners and focus on feel-good creativity rather than perfection. We will guide you every step of the way, providing all the materials you need to bring your ideas to life.
Whether you're looking for a solo creative break, a unique date, or a fun way to catch up with friends, you'll find a friendly vibe that makes it easy to switch off. We encourage you to lose the critical voice in your head, embrace mistakes, and stay curious as you push yourself out of your comfort zone. It's a supportive space where wonky is beautiful and having fun comes first.
  • A safe and supportive space – Enjoy a welcoming environment designed for everyone.
  • Allow the time – Give yourself the gift of a creative break.
  • Have fun – Enter into a playful and joyful state.
  • A positive mindset – Focus on the uplifting experience.
  • Making mistakes is encouraged – Feel free to experiment without pressure.
  • Nothing is ever silly – Express yourself in a judgement-free zone.
  • Put perfectionism aside – Relax and enjoy the process.
  • Try different things – Ask yourself what’s the worst that can happen?
  • Always be curious – Explore new ways to create.
  • Push yourself – Step outside your comfort zone for a rewarding challenge.
What you'll get
All materials are provided. You will leave with a plasticine portrait and a renewed sense of artistic confidence.
Knowledge required
Absolutely no knowledge or skill required this s a beginner focused workshop with all levels welcome.
What to bring
Nothing, just yourselves and any (BYOB) drinks and snacks. Tea and coffee will be provided.

FAQ

What should I bring?
You don't need to bring anything, all materials are provided.
Is this suitable as a gift?
Absolutely, this is a great workshop to gift.
Where is the studio located?
The workshop takes place in our studio on the first floor at Capitol House, which is located on the corner of Barn Road and Heigham Street.
Location

Artidote, Capitol House (Studio 12, first floor) - Studio 12, Capitol House, 4-6 Heigham Street, Norwich NR2 4TE

Capitol House, is next to Norwich Kitchens & Bathrooms on the corner of Heigham Street and Barn Road. Diagonally opposite the car park for Home Bargins and TKMaxx.

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Artidote
Artidote

5.0 (5)

Artidote began in a simple way. In January 2024 I started a small free art group in Norwich. After more than 40 years working in the creative industries, I wanted to step away from the computer and get back to art and craft, making things by hand again.
Through word of mouth, the group quickly filled up. We capped it at 25 people and met once a month. People loved having a space where they could relax, experiment and make things without pressure.
At the start of 2025 I began running small creative workshops to see if there was interest beyond the art club. We hosted sip and paint evenings in coffee shops, ran workshops for organisations and networking groups, and creative sessions for local businesses. Over 200 people took part in that first year, and the feedback and testimonials were incredibly encouraging.
Later that year my partner Bev and I closed our existing business after ten years. It was a big decision, but it created the opportunity to turn our old showroom into something new. We transformed it into a welcoming creative studio filled with natural light, plants, colour and art. That space became Artidote.
What makes Artidote workshops different? These aren’t traditional art classes, I don’t see myself as an art teacher. My role is more like a creative workshop facilitator — helping people explore ideas, experiment and discover their own creativity.
Most people who come to Artidote say the same thing when they arrive:
“I’m not creative"or I can't draw." Many haven’t made any art since school, that’s completely normal.
Our workshops are designed to help people relax, try new things and enjoy the process of making without worrying about getting it right.
There’s never any pressure and judgement, just curiosity, play and creativity.
Over the past two years we’ve experimented with more than 25 different workshop ideas, including:
* Abstract portrait painting
* Clay and charcoal sculpture
* Cardboard mask making
* Lino and gel printing
* Watercolour and ink
* Cyanotype printing
* Tetrapak printmaking
* Life drawing
* Lego creativity sessions
* Designing family crests
* Creating ideas for children's books
* Drawing personal maps of meaningful journeys
Some workshops are light and playful, others become unexpectedly meaningful. One workshop where people drew maps of personal journeys from their lives became quite emotional for the group. That’s one of the wonderful things about creativity, you never quite know where it might lead.
Artidote workshops are:
  • Beginner friendly
  • Relaxed and welcoming
  • Small groups (around 20–25 people)
  • Social and creative
All materials are provided and you don’t need any experience, just bring curiosity and an open mind.
Creative art and craft has a powerful effect on people, when we start making things with our hands, something changes. We slow down, become absorbed in the process. Ideas appear that we didn’t expect. For many people it’s the first time they’ve made something creative since childhood.
Our hope is that people leave feeling inspired and perhaps rediscover creativity as a regular part of their lives. Creativity isn’t just about art, It’s really about connection, curiosity and community.
That’s what Artidote is all about.

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