Portuguese Tile-Painting Workshop in an Art Gallery

Paint traditional Portuguese tiles in an artist's studio with full materials, two tiles, wine, and guidance by the artist.

Getting started

Arrive at the artist's studio in Lisbon and check in for your Portuguese tile painting workshop. After a brief introduction to the space and the process, you will settle at your workstation with your materials ready. The artist outlines the session flow and explains how you will complete and take home your pieces using a no-firing method.

What to expect

Portuguese tile painting workshop in an artist's studio

This hands-on workshop takes place inside an artist's studio in Lisbon, where you focus on creating your own Portuguese tiles from start to finish. You explore both traditional and contemporary tile painting techniques while working at your own pace.

Features

• You create your own unique hand-painted Portuguese tile, experimenting with patterns and colors as you learn how designs come together on ceramic surfaces.
• All materials for painting are provided at the studio, so you have everything you need to work on your tiles without bringing any supplies.
• Two 15x15 tiles to paint are included, giving you the chance to try different ideas, styles, or color schemes during a single session.
• Guidance by the artist runs throughout the workshop, with support on composition, technique, and how to adapt traditional motifs into your own designs.
• A glass of Portuguese-made wine is available if desired, which you can sip while you work for a relaxed and creative atmosphere in the studio.
• You learn traditional and contemporary tile painting techniques step by step, from outlining designs to layering color, so both beginners and experienced painters can follow along.
• With an option to take home your artwork on the same day using a no-firing method, you finish the session with tiles that are ready to pack and keep as personal souvenirs.
• Kiln-firing of tiles is not included in the base experience, though it is available at additional cost or for later collection if you prefer a fired finish.

Wrapping up

At the end of the workshop, your tiles are prepared for transport using the no-firing method so you can leave the studio with your finished pieces. If you choose kiln-firing at additional cost, you arrange with the studio to collect your tiles later once they have been fired.