Bringing more creativity into your life is not just a way to spend your pastime. In fact, research claims that creative hobbies can help us manage our stress better and even increase our emotional regulation and resilience.
Thankfully, Qatar has plenty of creative hobbies to choose from. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just curious to get crafty, there are workshops in Qatar for every age, interest, and budget, from painting and pottery to design and digital media. This guide rounds up some of the most exciting workshops across Doha, from free community classes to premium creative workshops.
Creative workshops for adults
MIA workshops
The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) hosts a range of culturally enriching workshops, including drawing and painting, Kufic and Ruq’ah calligraphy, and more. Set in one of the city’s most iconic buildings, MIA workshops connect art with heritage, allowing participants to not only embrace their artsy side but also learn more about the traditional Islamic culture.
Cost: Free
How to book: MIA website
Cass Art Qatar
Apart from selling art equipment, Cass Art Qatar offers a variety of artistic workshops such as acrylic and watercolor painting, calligraphy, and screen printing. Located at the Doha Fire Station, the studio also hosts pop-up exhibitions, allowing students to display their work and engage with the local art community.
Cost: QAR 500–1,000
How to book: Cass Art Instagram
Art Box Qatar
Located in Mirqab Mall, Art Box Qatar teaches course attendees tufting and yarn, mug painting, sculpting, and furniture crafting. Their workshops cater to both beginners and experienced artists, providing participants with an opportunity to refine their skills.
Cost: QAR 150–900
How to book: Art Box website
Paint the Town Qatar
If you’re looking for a chill setting to do some painting, Paint the Town is the way to go. This pop-up painting experience invites guests of all ages to relax and explore their artistic sides through fun, guided sessions.
Held at different cafes around Doha, participants can paint on canvas, denim, or recycled materials, while socializing and enjoying beverages and nibbles. In addition, you have the option to book a private art event for special occasions.
Cost: QAR 250 per person for public events
How to book: Paint the Town website
Clay Encounters
With locations in Pearl and Old Doha Port, Clay Encounters hosts pottery-making and ceramics classes. Founded by ceramic artist Maryam Al Homaid, the studio offers guests of all skill levels the opportunity to explore the art of pottery.
Workshops cover techniques such as wheel throwing, hand-building, surface decoration, and glazing. It also has walk-in classes and private lessons, as well as 3-day courses to suit all schedules.
Cost: QAR 250–500 for public lessons, QAR 1,000–2,000 for private workshops
How to book: Clay Encounters website
Qatar Photography Center
Located in Katara Cultural Village, the Qatar Photography Center offers workshops that cover everything from camera basics and composition to advanced editing using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Sessions are held in both studio settings and outdoor locations, allowing participants to explore different types of photography around Doha.
Cost: QAR 200–400
How to book: Qatar Photography Center Instagram
Words and Strings
The first spoken word community in Qatar, Words and Strings, aims to provide writers, musicians, poets, and spoken word artists with a chance to share their talents. Apart from holding regular open mic nights, Words and Strings also offers writing classes, allowing participants to work on their gift. Sessions are held at different places around the city.
Cost: QAR 35
How to book: Words and Strings website
Film and Theater Academy
Doha’s Film and Theater Academy organizes acting and public speaking workshops for both kids and adults. Throughout the year, attendees can learn different forms of acting — from mime to Old Hollywood. The Academy also has ladies-only acting workshops.
Cost: QAR 500–2,000
How to book: Tiactro website, Instagram, Facebook
Creative workshops for kids
MIA Children and Youth Workshops
In addition to adult workshops, the Museum of Islamic Art offers creative lessons for its younger guests. Children and teens are invited to immerse themselves in the world of Islamic art through a thoughtfully curated series of creative programs. These include painting, woodwork, calligraphy, and geometric art.
Cost: Free
How to book: MIA website
Mathaf’s Art Time for Kids
Located in the Mathaf Museum of Modern Art, Mathaf’s education department runs free lessons for teens. Attendees can learn drawing, calligraphy, woodwork, and sculpture, all inspired by Arab modern and contemporary artists. These sessions are designed for younger people of a sensitive age to encourage exploration of identity and culture.
Cost: Free
How to book: Mathaf website
Katara Art Center
Situated in Katara Cultural Village, one of Doha’s artistic hubs, the Katara Art Center offers a variety of creative classes for children, including pottery making, mask painting, cartoon character design, and coloring. Led by renowned Qatari artists, these workshops aim to foster children’s artistic skills while connecting them to Qatar’s cultural heritage.
Cost: QAR 50 to 120
How to book: Email education@katara.net or visit the on-site registration desk
Creative Space Doha
This unique art studio, located on Ambassador’s Street, offers year-round art classes for children and teenagers, starting as early as four years old. Their classes introduce kids to foundational art skills like drawing, painting, clay modeling, and woodworking. They also offer themed workshops like cartooning and ceramic glazing. Classes are led by experienced instructors who always provide feedback to each young creative.
Cost: Varies depending on type and length of workshop
How to book: Creative Space Doha website or WhatsApp
