Paint your tile and create your unique piece in an art gallery in Lisbon

This tile painting workshop in Lisbon suits all skill levels and offers hands-on experience with traditional Portuguese ceramic art.

Highlights

• Experience Portuguese tradition through tile painting and create a unique souvenir.
• Engage your creativity and focus in an art gallery environment.
• Each tile is hand-painted and one of a kind.
• Combines art, history, and personal expression in one activity.
• Relaxing workshop with artistic guidance throughout.

Description

Discover both traditional and contemporary Portuguese tile painting techniques in a relaxed, creative setting. You will design and paint your own tile, which will then be fired and ready to take home. No prior experience is required, and the workshop welcomes all levels.

During the session, you will:

• Learn about the history of Portuguese tiles
• Master basic ceramic painting techniques
• Create and paint your own tile to be fired

The workshop structure includes:

• Welcome and introduction (15-20 min): Meet the facilitator and participants, discuss tile culture, and view examples.
• Technical demonstration (20-30 min): Overview of materials and basic painting techniques on glazed tiles.
• Individual creation (1 to 1.5 hours): Sketch and paint your tile with personal guidance.
• Wrap-up (15 min): Share your work and learn about the drying and firing process. Final tiles will be delivered or shipped later by arrangement.

The workshop is available in Portuguese, English, and Spanish to ensure full comfort for all participants.

Includes

• Introduction to Portuguese tile history, tradition, patterns, and materials
• Demonstration of ceramic painting techniques, including use of pigments and majolica glazing
• Materials provided:
  • Two 15x15 cm tiles per person
  • Ceramic pigments and brushes
  • Tracing paper and pencil for those using prior sketches
  • Aprons (optional but recommended)
• Personalized guidance throughout the painting process
• Final firing in a ceramic oven included; finished tiles are delivered based on agreed logistics
• Creative, relaxed environment with tea, coffee, or wine available depending on venue

Excludes

• Transport or postal delivery of finished tiles (available at additional cost)
• In-depth pottery or modeling classes; workshop focuses solely on tile painting
• Firing of additional painted pieces beyond the included two tiles
• Last-minute cancellations (less than 48 hours’ notice) are not refundable

Important Information

• The traditional tile painting technique involves firing in a high-temperature oven requiring about 24 hours before tiles are ready.
• A faster, non-fired painting option is available for those needing same-day take-home tiles.
• Delivery of fired tiles is arranged personally; shipping costs are the participant’s responsibility if mailing is needed.

Cancellation Policy

You may cancel up to 24 hours before the workshop to receive a full refund.