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Carrickfergus Castle - Wimmelbild Workshop

Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG
Carrickfergus Castle - Wimmelbild Workshop

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Be part of a living artwork! Drop in anytime between 10am - 3pm on Tuesday 28th October and help us create a giant, detailed Wimmelbild (busy scene) of castle life with local artist Laura McKenzie Atkins.

Imagine yourself in the past or present
Sketch on paper - free drawing or guided templates
Add your character into the evolving castle scene
Step back, admire, and capture the moment!

Short drawing demos every hour (tips on costumes, hats, armour & more)

Midday & afternoon "progress reveals" at 12pm & 2pm

Final flourish at 2:30pm - add background details together to finish the picture

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Season (28 Oct 2025)
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Tuesday10:00 - 15:00

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