Porto Tile Painting Workshop in artist studio

You can choose from templates, or create your own design!

During our workshop, you'll learn traditional techniques to glaze your tile, which we then fire in a special ceramic kiln. Once finished, we’ll mail your completed tile to you!

After firing in a special ceramic kiln, your tile will have a glossy, glazed surface and be durable enough to use as a coaster, decoration, or even displayed outdoors.

Porto Tile Painting Workshop in artist studio

Duration2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Our Azulejo Tile Painting Workshop is the only one in Porto offering two options of tile painting techniques:

-You can experience the original artisan glazing method, just as Portuguese craftsmen have done for centuries. This method tiles need to be fired in a ceramic kiln at 1,100°C (2,012°F), it takes up to 5 days to pick up or can be shipped.
-Or choose the ready-to-go acrylic painting option, where your unique tile is sealed and ready to be taken home right after the workshop.

Both allow you to create a unique piece of art to cherish.

The session takes place in our working artist studio and gallery, surrounded by contemporary art and creative energy. Led by a professional artist, you’ll paint step by step, no experience needed, while also receiving insider tips of Porto’s best art galleries, museums, tile-covered architecture, and local restaurants.

A perfect mix of authentic craftsmanship, creativity, and local insight, this workshop is truly one of a kind.

Options

Authentic Kiln-Fired Ceramic

Traditional glazing option

Same-Day pick-up Ceramic Tile

Acrylic painting option

What's included

Ceramic tiles, tools and materials for the workshop.

What to expect

This unique workshop, led by a professional artist, invites you to get hands-on and creative. You can choose between two techniques: the traditional Azulejo glazing method, which is kiln-fired, or the ready-to-go acrylic painting option, allowing you to take your finished tile home immediately the workshop.

During the 2-hour session, you’ll learn about the history of Portuguese tiles, different styles and techniques. You may follow a traditional design or create your own. No worries if you’re a beginner: choose from 10 traditional stencils you can trace in a few minutes. All materials are provided, including one tile per person and several vibrant colors to choose from.

With the traditional technique, your glazed tile will be fired in our ceramic kiln. Finished tiles can be picked up after five business days at our studio, or mailed to you (Europe – 15 €, USA – 25 € with tracking).

If you choose the ready-to-go technique, you’ll paint with fast-drying acrylics sealed with a protective varnish, ready for pickup right after the workshop – perfect for travelers!

Discover the beautiful art of Azulejo painting and create your own unique piece of Portuguese heritage!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The workshop takes place at our art gallery/studio OKNA in Central Porto, R. da Igreja de Cedofeita 27, 4050-181 Porto.

End point

The workshop takes place at our art gallery/studio OKNA in Central Porto, R. da Igreja de Cedofeita 27, 4050-181 Porto.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.9 (147)

From

€39.00 per person

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.

Operated by Eglė Norkutė · Booked through Viator

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