A fun, hands-on workshop where you customize and bedazzle your digital camera or Charmera using a curated selection of rhinestones, charms, and embellishments. Led by Rola, the session includes creative inspiration, technique demonstrations, and one-on-one guidance to help you create a one-of-a-kind piece.

Bring your own camera or Charmera, or purchase a new one in-store before the workshop. Buy a digital camera, film camera, or Charmera in-store and your spot is complimentary with your purchase. Bringing your own? An AED 30 workshop fee confirms your spot.

Come for free

Buy a camera, join on the house

Pick up any digicam or Kodak Charmera from us and your workshop spot is complimentary. Bring it along and bedazzle the camera you just made yours.

* Already bought a digicam or Charmera from us? Keep an eye on your inbox, we are emailing you a code to join on the house.

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Rola bedazzling a digicam

Syllabus

What you'll learn

  • Guided workshop led by Rola
  • A curated selection of rhinestones, charms, and embellishments
  • All decorating materials
  • Hands-on guidance and creative inspiration throughout the session

Who this is for

Anyone who wants a camera that is uniquely theirs. No craft or photography experience needed. Bring your own digicam or Charmera, or pick a new one up in-store before the workshop and your spot is complimentary.

What to bring

  • Your own digital camera or Charmera (or buy one in-store before the workshop and attend free)

10+ years' experience

Meet your instructor:

Every GPP class is led by a working photographer with years inside the GPP studio — they've seen where students get stuck, and walked hundreds of people through it.

Meet Rola Abid Rola is a creative with a passion for exploring both traditional and alternative photographic processes. While photography is a big part of what she does, she is always drawn to experimenting across different creative mediums and revisiting the techniques that shaped the history of image-making.She has a particular love for film photography and enjoys exploring historical photographic processes. At Gulf Photo Plus, she will be leading cyanotype workshops alongside a variety of other hands-on creative activities and community-focused workshops, introducing more opportunities for people to learn, create, and connect through photography. View Rola's full bio

What students say:

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Located in Alserkal Avenue

Where we teach + learn

Gulf Photo Plus storefront, Warehouse D36, Alserkal Avenue
Warehouse D36, Alserkal Avenue
Al Quoz 1, Street 8
Dubai, UAE
RTA parking all around Alserkal Avenue · about an 8-minute walk from the metro station.
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Frequently asked questions

What happens in the workshop?

You spend a fun, hands-on evening decorating your digital camera or Charmera with rhinestones, charms and stickers, with Rola guiding you. Expect a little creative inspiration, a few technique tips, and one-on-one help so you walk out with a camera that is properly yours.

What camera should I bring?

Any digicam or Kodak Charmera works. Bring one you already own, or pick one up from us before the workshop (in that case your spot is on the house, see below).

I don't have a camera yet. What are my options?

Two ways in. Buy a digicam or Charmera from us, in store or online, and your workshop spot is complimentary. Or just come along and bedazzle a camera you already own for AED 30.

Do I need to bring any materials?

No. We provide all the rhinestones, charms, embellishments and everything you need to decorate. Just bring your camera.

How does the free spot work if I buy a camera?

If you buy a qualifying digicam or Charmera from us, we email you a code that takes your workshop booking to zero at checkout. Buying in store? The front desk sorts it at the till. Already bought one from us? Keep an eye on your inbox, your code is on the way.

Reschedule & cancellation policy
  • Reschedule up to 7 days before the workshop for a full refund or rebook.
  • Within 7 days but more than 72 hours: no refund, but you can rebook.
  • Within 72 hours: no refund, no rebook.
  • Bookings can only be transferred once.
What is the typical class size?

The workshop is capped at 25 people so everyone gets real one-on-one time with Rola.

Where exactly is GPP, and how do I get there?

Gulf Photo Plus is at Warehouse D36, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai, inside Dubai's contemporary art district. RTA parking all around Alserkal Avenue, and about an 8-minute walk from the metro station.

Can I book this privately or for a group?

Yes. We can run a private bedazzling session for you, a friend, or a group, on a date that suits you. Email info@gulfphotoplus.com to set it up.

What if the workshop gets cancelled by GPP?

If we cancel a session for any reason, you'll get either a full refund or first-priority transfer to the next available date, your choice.

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