Viator Rating : 5 (4 reviews)
Wellington
Sculpt Like Wētā: Intro Workshop!
90
Overview
Wētā Workshop Creative Workshop: Intro to Sculpting, located in Wellington, New Zealand, lets anyone become a movie magic maker! In this fun, hands-on workshop, even if someone hasn't done it before, they can learn how to make cool sculptures, creatures and environments.
The Wētā Workshop crew, the same people who work on famous movies, will show everyone the basics of sculpting. People can play with different clays and learn how to make cool textures, just like the pros. They'll even get to make their own 3D character using special clay and everyday stuff that can be found at home. At the end, they can take their awesome creation home to show it off! This is a great way to get a peek into the world of movie magic and learn a new skill.
This special experience gives a close-up look at how Wētā Workshop makes its amazing creations. The workshop is designed for small groups, so everyone gets lots of help from the crew. The Wētā Workshop has gotten 2,500+ five-star reviews, so you know its quality is top-notch. 
Highlights
Sculpt a Character: Make a 3D character come to life with expert guidance.
Learn from the Pros: Get sculpting tips from the Wētā Workshop crew.
Hands-On Fun: Experiment with clays and texturing techniques.
Take Home Creation: Bring your unique sculpture home to display.
Sentiment Analysis
Staff are friendly and know a lot.
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The experience is really awesome overall.
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Visitors get to learn sculpting basics.
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Participants create and take home their own sculpture.
Some customers may want to purchase the Weta Workshop Tour.
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Transportation to the workshop is not included.
The Journey
Wētā Workshop
At Wētā Workshop, sculpting characters, creatures and environments is at the very heart of our craft - the sculpting room is where some of cinema’s most iconic creations are born.
Sculpting Room
In this 90-minute workshop, our crew will guide everyone through the fundamentals of sculpting as they experiment with different clays, explore texturing techniques using professional-grade Monster Clay and bring a three-dimensional character to life with Plastilina.
Artisan Workspace
Work with the same artisan-level tools our artists use in the Workshop and learn the skills to transform everyday household materials into sculptures of your own. Then take your magic home!
Know Before You Go
This fun workshop includes everything needed to make a sculpture, including guidance from the Wētā Workshop crew and access to a special group space. The price includes GST. What's not included is how people get to the workshop, or a ticket to the Wētā Workshop Tour, which must be bought separately.
Hot Tip
Visitors should give themselves extra time before or after to experience the Weta Cave shop, even if they don't take the full Weta Workshop Tour.
Review Summary
Customers generally say the Wētā Workshop Creative Workshop: Intro to Sculpting is a fun, hands-on experience that’s accessible to all skill levels. Many praise the knowledgeable staff and the creative atmosphere, while some note that parking can be challenging and the session is short. The workshop is frequently recommended for fans of film effects and creative activities.
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