About This Tour
Turn your fantasy world, into reality. Have you ever dreamed of a fantasy world and imagined every tiny detail of its landscape, colour, texture and shape? At our Intro to Worldbuilding creative workshop, our crew will teach the basic tricks of the trade to help you turn your imagination into reality. Get a taste of what it is like to be a practical effects artist, making real miniature environments and landscapes for a setting in a movie scene. Everything you need to create your fantasy world a truly believable environment will be provided. Our creative workshops cater to small groups to allow for one-on-one learning with our crew.
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Have you ever dreamed of a fantasy world and imagined every tiny detail of its landscape, colour, texture and shape?

Get a taste of what it is like to be a practical effects artist, making real miniature environments and landscapes for a setting in a movie scene.

First, you’ll be guided through a Wētā Workshop brief based on our original fantasy movie, the Age of the Ever-Clan, featured in our Tour.

It’s time to examine the movie scene to understand the miniature required, and then dive right into the techniques needed to bring that scene to life

Everything you need to create your fantasy world a truly believable environment will be provided.
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Wētā Workshop Unleashed Creative Workshop Intro to Worldbuilding
This 1.5-hour workshop with Wētā Workshop offers an introduction to worldbuilding through creative exercises. Participants will engage in hands-on activities focused on imagination and design principles. It's ideal for individuals interested in the creative process behind films and games.
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Meeting Point
Please head to the Wētā Cave on Level 5, 88 Federal Street, Auckland City to check-in for your experience. You'll need to do this 15 minute before the workshop is due to begin. Look out for the trolls!
Special Instructions
• Please check-in at least 15 minutes before your experience is due to begin. Head to the Wētā Cave, Level 5, 88 Federal Street, Auckland City. Look for the trolls!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Who operates this experience?
This experience is operated by Weta Workshop.
What's included?
This tour includes Everything you need to create your fantasy world will be provided, along with personal instruction, You’ll receive a Certificate of Creativity upon completion of the workshop., and Admission to the Intro into World Building Creative Workshop. All inclusions are provided by the tour operator.
How long is this tour?
The experience lasts approximately 1.5 hours, giving you time to fully enjoy your chosen activity.
Can I cancel this tour?
Yes, you can cancel up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time for a full refund.
Will I receive instant confirmation?
Yes, you'll receive instant confirmation when you book.
What to expect on this tour?
This tour experience lasts approximately 1.5 hours and includes all necessary equipment and guidance. You'll have access to Everything you need to create your fantasy world will be provided, along with personal instruction and more.
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