July 7th, 2025

Want to make games, tell interactive stories, or build digital worlds, but not sure where to start?
You’re in the right place.

Hand Eye Society offers affordable, beginner-friendly workshops that help artists, storytellers, developers, and the game-curious explore new creative skills. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to level up, our sessions are designed to be accessible, welcoming, and fun.

What You Can Learn

We run hands-on workshops covering a range of topics, including:
🎨 Pixel Art — Learn how to draw and animate characters, environments, and effects
🕹 Game Engines — Intro sessions on tools like Unreal Engine, Twine, and more
🎧 Game Audio — Sound design fundamentals and implementation
📝 Grant Writing for Creatives — Learn how to find funding and apply with confidence
📺 Livestreaming — Share your creative work with the world

Most workshops are taught live online by working game artists and developers, and many are beginner-friendly, with no prior experience required.

Accessible Pricing, Real Support

We offer some of the most affordable game development workshops in Toronto.

Your registration fee goes directly toward:

• Paying our instructors fairly, usually local creators and indie developers
• Supporting Hand Eye Society’s nonprofit mission to grow Toronto’s game arts scene

By signing up, you’re not just investing in your own skills; you’re helping us build a more inclusive, sustainable creative community.

👉 HES Members get 50% off all workshops!
Learn more about membership here.

Upcoming Workshops

Recent sessions have included:

• Intro to Pixel Art
• Storytelling in Twine
• Intro to Game Audio
• Grant Writing for Creatives
• Intro to Livestreaming
• Intro to Unreal Engine

We’re always adding new sessions, so check back often or join our newsletter for updates!

Why Join a Workshop with Us?

• Real-time instruction
• Small, friendly group sessions
• No experience needed
• Learn from working professionals in games and digital art
• Support local creators and nonprofit arts programming
• Our sessions are online, so you can join from anywhere

Want to Teach a Workshop?

We’re always looking for new workshop ideas!
If you’re a developer, artist, or creative with a skill to share, pitch us your idea here.

Stay in the Loop

Subscribe to our newsletter or follow us on socials to find out when new workshops launch.

We hope to see you soon!
– The Hand Eye Society Team 💛