Extending XR creative technology skills development
Extending XR is a free training programme for adults who live in York and North Yorkshire who are looking to develop their skills in creative technology (where creative skills are combined with digital technologies to create new content, experiences and stories).
Our upcoming workshops are focused on supporting people in the region to develop sector-specific digital skills that are relevant to the York and North Yorkshire Creative Industries.
Upcoming workshops in North Yorkshire
Projection mapping
Learn how to turn non-traditional surfaces into dynamic digital canvases.
Train the trainer: Teaching 3D digital creation
Build skills as a trainer to plan and deliver your own workshops using 3D creation software. Learn how to generate digital content to augment existing lesson plans.
Location-based auditory storytelling
Learn how to create your own geolocated sound walks using free software.
York: Tuesday 8 September 2026, 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Patch
Scarborough: Wednesday 9 September 2026, 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Woodend Gallery and Studios
Harrogate: Wednesday 21 October 2026, 2:00pm – 4:00pm, The Mercer Art Gallery
Introduction to podcasting
Learn how to create your own podcast and master the basics of scriptwriting, audio production and editing.
Settle: Tuesday 15 September 2026, 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Settle Stories
Introduction to 3D scanning and character animation
Learn how to capture objects and people using 3D scanning technology and bring them to life in a virtual world.
Scarborough: Thursday 1 October 2026, 2:00pm to 4:00pm, Woodend Gallery and Studios
York: Monday 19 October 2026, 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Patch York
Harrogate: Tuesday 20 October 2026, 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Mercer Art Gallery
How to thrive as a creative business in York and North Yorkshire
Discover how to use storytelling and the power of place to build a resilient creative business in the region at this half-day workshop.
Learn from the journeys of three successful practitioners, and develop practical communication and networking skills to help you launch, strengthen, or scale your creative practice.
Skipton: Friday 9 October 2026, 11:30am – 4:00pm, Skipton Town Hall
Scarborough: Thursday 15 October 2026, 11:30am – 4:00pm, Woodend Gallery and Studios
Book our team to deliver a 3D scanning workshop at your festival or event
Travel expenses
Eligible participants (i.e. those who live in York and North Yorkshire) can claim back the cost of travel to and from the workshop/s they attend. Please read the Extending XR travel expenses policy for more information about how to make a claim.
Contact us
Please email [email protected] with any questions about the Extending XR programme.
Extending XR is supported by David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire and funded by the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority.
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