Forge: Artists & Craftmakers Development Day

Forge is a development day for craftmakers, designer-makers and contemporary visual artists. You can book individual sessions or join for the full day.

Creatives Brunch Club Takeover
10:15 am - 11:30 am, free

Connect with fellow artists in this informal session, including advice from the Waterside team on how to approach galleries and taking part in exhibitions.

Social Media Skills Workshop 
11:30 am - 1:45 pm (includes lunch break), £15

A session for artists and creatives seeking to understand which is the best platform for them and how to create simple and effective social media campaigns.

Photography on a Budget Workshop 
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, £15

Photographer and videographer Jason Lock leads this session for 2D and 3D artists, looking at how to create professional level product shots on low or no budget. Essential advice for how to make your work look its best.