How to turn your creative passion into a career: first steps

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Have you ever dreamt of turning your creative passion into a career? 

If so, you're not alone. In fact, quite a few people who have attended our workshops have gone on to set up their own soap or jewellery making businesses; sell their own prints; or to make things for charity fundraising purposes. And we know many more would love to give up the day job - in full, or in part - for a more creatively fulfilling career.

Perhaps you might be dreaming of:

• setting up shop
• selling online
• running workshops
• getting commissions
• selling to friends, family, local shops and markets?

There is quite a lot worth considering before getting started:

• Where you’re feeling unfulfilled in your current job/career
• What kind of life or career you really want and how you want to feel in 12 months’ time
• What your purpose and values are and how to achieve these
• How to bridge the gap between where you are now and where you really want to be
• What practical actions and steps you need to take to achieve your dream and goals
• What might get in the way of you achieving your goals for your dream creative career 
• Where you can access the best information to give you the knowledge you need to start your creative career journey

More information 

The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.

Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. 

All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out; or there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, and restaurants, plus supermarkets, within a 5-10 minute walk.

PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is not nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.

Private workshop bookings

Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. Please email Lynn or phone 07732 901150 for more information.

Age restrictions

Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.