Tile Making and Painting Workshop

Step into the enchanting world of tile-making with Ana Sofia, designer and artisan behind Alzuleycha. In this hands-on workshop, you'll discover the timeless art of creating beautiful tiles from start to finish, deeply inspired by the rich history and intricate beauty of Portuguese tilework and artisans. You will be guided through every step of the process, covering essential techniques for shaping and forming the clay with precision, understanding the crucial stages of drying, and finally, bringing your creations to life with diverse painting and decorating methods, echoing the artistry of historic azulejos. This tile painting workshop is perfect as a crafty date idea, or if you are looking for unique things to do in the Bay Area. Come unleash your inner artisan and craft unique pieces that reflect both your personal style and the enduring legacy of Portuguese tile artistry.

Please Note: In this workshop, you will get the best of both worlds: shaping raw clay into a tile slab and painting on a pre-fired bisque tile to maximize your creative time! Because your masterpieces need to undergo a last kiln firing to ensure a durable, vibrant finish, they won’t be ready to take home immediately. Your beautiful, finished tiles will be ready for pick-up approximately two weeks after the workshop.