Top Mexico Art Classes

Engraving in Oaxaca is a very popular artistic technique, which is characterized by its incursion into street art. In our workshop you will learn the basic skills for creating an engraving piece in a simple way and without prior experience. We will guide you throughout the entire process, giving you advice so that your result is good and so that you have a good time. Likewise, if you are already an artist you can experiment in the style of local artists. You can also learn about the historical and sociocultural context that influences the development of this artistic practice in Oaxaca and Mexico.

San Miguel de Allende is a fantastic Colonial town full of history, color and art, captivating views at every corner. This activity will help you feel like a local artist. No experience is needed but experience artists have found it fun and inspiring. You'll be guided step by step in creating an unique painting capturing the beauty of Mexico. All the materials will be ready and waiting for you. Add this unforgettable experience to your amazing trip.

Learn about Mexican culture and arts while having fun and expressing your creativing with this activity. You'll visit the village of Arrazola and meet a family of artisans who have been making alebrije folk art sculptures for decades. Learn about the carving and painting process, then get the chance to paint your own animal figurine. Keep your creation as a souvenir to remember your time in Mexico.

Engage in a vibrant workshop in Mexico City where you’ll create your very own alebrije, a traditional folk art piece bursting with color and culture. Guided by a local artist, delve into the rich myths behind these enchanting figures as you select your spiritual guide. With expert support, unleash your creativity and paint your alebrije, a unique expression of Mexico’s artistic heritage. At the end of the session, take home your masterpiece, a lasting memory of your exploration into this captivating art form.

If you're artistic, or would just like to learn, this Mexican painting class provides the tips and inspiration to create Mexican-themed art. You can choose to focus on portraits, landscapes, or still lifes, and will start by learning about Mexican principles of art and beauty. Paint from models, photos, or props. Produce a work of art to display at home and remember your time in San Miguel de Allende by.

Indulge in a 2-hour journey to discover the mystical world of oil painting. This class delves into the many facets of oil, exploring its unique features and versatile applications. With the guidance of your expert teacher, master the craft at a pace that suits your learning style. And that's not all, you'll also unlock a treasure trove of mixed techniques that will expand your painting horizons. All the tools you need—paint, brushes, and top-notch instructions—are included.

You will learn directly from the instructor and get to know home/studio work first hand. You will acquire new knowledge regarding one of the artistic activities present in every ancient civilization of the world, the fabric. You will get new tips, information and spend a nice morning putting your creativity into practice.

Explore the rich history and culture of Coyoacán on this unique tour that highlights the social spaces of artists and intellectuals. Starting near the iconic Casa Azul (Blue House), discover murals, visit local art exhibitions, and understand the narratives behind contemporary and traditional art forms. Key stops include Parque Centenario, the Museo Nacional de Arte Popular (National Museum of Popular Art), which showcases Mexico's diverse cultural expressions, and the Museo Casa Posada, home of the creator of La Catrina. The tour culminates in a hands-on printmaking workshop where you'll learn the basics of linoleum printing and create your own artwork to take home. - Discover Coyoacán's artistic legacy and cultural history - Visit significant sites such as Parque Centenario, the Museo Nacional de Arte Popular, and the Museo Posada - Participate in a printmaking workshop and create your own design - Ideal for art lovers and culture seekers of all ages

Ideal for art lovers, this guided tour takes in the highlights of the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City— an Art Nouveau masterpiece. But unlike larger tours, this small-group experience gives you plenty of time to ask questions. Listen to stories behind Mexican legends such as Diego Rivera, David Alfaro Siqueiros, and Rufino Tamayo, and put contemporary art exhibitions in the context of Mexico’s history and culture.

Travelers, we invite you to live a unique and unforgettable experience in Latin America! Join our special workshop where you can print a work of art alongside a talented local artist whose approach to agri-food is the first of its kind in the region. This activity will allow them not only to explore their creativity, but also to immerse themselves in an artistic initiative that transcends borders. In 2024, all the works in print will become a collective experience to share the vision and art of travelers like you with the whole world. Reserve your spot now and be a part of this extraordinary fusion of art and sustainability! Do not miss this unique opportunity to leave your artistic mark in Latin America!

JOYÀ chronicles the adventures of a rebellious teenage girl who lands in a mysterious jungle in her grandfather's fanciful world. Influenced by ancient Mayan iconography, JOYÀ is a must-see show during your time in Cancun, but tickets can sell out fast. Guarantee your seats by prebooking your spot and choosing from several options to suit your budget and schedule. Add on transfers, dinner, or upgrade to a premium seat for an extra special experience.

Our Pearl Farm tour offers a unique experience that blends education, exploration, and shopping in a memorable visit to our scenic pearl farm Here, you'll unravel the intriguing six-year journey of pearl cultivation, and engage with diverse marine life including oysters, crabs, starfish, sea urchins, and fish. What truly sets this tour apart is its historical significance - La Paz pearls adorn Queen Elizabeth's crown, reflecting our region's profound pearl heritage. This unique opportunity allows you not only to learn about these precious gems but also to shop for them and unique pearl crafts at our farm store. This isn't just a activity, it's an enriching cultural experience that lets you take home a piece of La Paz's rich heritage, creating unforgettable memories along the way.

At Mi Dulce Vista, immerse yourself in the beautiful Valle de Guadalupe with a delightful afternoon of ceramic painting and organic wine tasting. Kick off your experience with a refreshing welcome margarita, then savor the flavors of the valley with a guided tasting of three exquisite local organic wines accompanied by appetizers like Queso Fundido and fresh bread. Under the guidance of a talented local artist, create your own hand-painted ceramic tile, drawing inspiration from traditional colonial Mexican art. Conclude your day by exploring your artisan market, where unique handmade treasures await.

This experience weaves together art, local traditions, and a dash of mystery. You won’t just be a passive observer—you’ll actively create something beautiful to take home, enjoy a local ice cream stop that you won’t find in any guidebook, and discover a hidden bar where locals and visitors alike come to unwind. This is a journey into the heart of Oaxaca’s culture, creativity, and flavors, led by a knowledgeable local who is passionate about sharing the city’s best-kept secrets.

This course takes advantage of the quick drying quality of acrylic paint, to work rapidly, emphasizing immediacy, directness and color sensitivity.

This is not a typical guided walk at a museum, it’s a vivid experience in to the depths of our past where we will learn and understand so much about the pre columbian cultures that once lived on what’s now Mexican soil. All tho it’s fully possible to walk in on your own and look around the museum, you won’t get as much value of your time vs having experts to guide you and be ready to answer any question you might have. Our team: I’m a passionate historian who was spent the last 6 years researching and visiting different archeological sites for the pure pleasure of learning more about these fascinating people. After a fortunate unplanned turn of events, I started doing tours with the purpose of showing others the beauty of learning about the past and bringing these events back to life through some well done story telling. With time, a fellow anthropologist joined the team and we both have been on the mission to enrich our visitors experience.

Enjoy a creative and fun experience on the beach. Good for beginners all the way to advance painters.

Experience Tulum from a whole new perspective! In your traditional palm weaving workshop, you’ll dive into a centuries-old craft that has been passed down from generation to generation. Guided by skilled local artisans, you’ll learn how to create beautiful works of art from natural palm leaves — an authentic experience you won’t find anywhere else. But that’s not all: while you unleash your creativity, enjoy delicious finger foods and refreshing drinks in a relaxed atmosphere. Take home your own handmade souvenirs — unique keepsakes crafted by you! This workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to combine culture, creativity, and enjoyment. Come alone, with friends, or with family, and spend an unforgettable afternoon filled with color, tradition, and inspiration.

Take your culinary skills to the next level during a cooking class in San Miguel de Allende. Enjoy step-by-step guidance as you prepare mole sauce, enmoladas, and traditional Mexican rice. Dishes and recipes can be altered to accommodate any dietary restrictions you may have. Once everything is ready, sit down to enjoy the meal with a glass of regional wine and a cacao chocolate drink.

Mexico's #1 Espadrilles Experience! Explore the history of the traditional Espadrilles, stitch your own pair and take it home as the most amazing souvenir. This experience was reviewed as a once-in-a-lifetime by more than 10,000 guests. Awarded Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice in 2021 and 2023. Featured by BuzzFeed, The New York Times and many more. We will meet at your workshop filled with materials, tools and products. This is where you become an insider on the history of this humble people's shoe that evolved into a major fashion trend. Together with master artisans you will craft your own pair of Espadrilles. Handpicking out of 100k+ different combinations, you will chose the size of the base, the stitching style and the color and type of the laces, you will learn the different ways to lace them up! At the end, you will feel like a true artisan. You'll get a wearable memory of Mexico (hardly available to visitors) and a really cool story to tell. Are you ready?

Get an inside look at what it takes to uncover ancient ruins by visiting Cañada de La Virgen on an archaeologist-led tour. Your guide took part in the site’s 2004 excavation, giving him a unique insight into the relatively-recently uncovered Mesoamerican complex. As you tour the site he can share details you can’t discover on your own and would likely miss on a different guided tour.

-A Cultural tour guided by a local Artist with more than 12 years experience will give you a wider and deeper insight into your tour experience of our magic town. - As an artist i have developed my own mixed contemporary techniques using the local materials which makes the pieces very unique, so you will get to know these techniques. -My tour will present you some of the most representative artist in our town who are having a big impact in our cultural and art manifestations, so you will get to meet them properly with a good introduction. -And finally in my roll of being a cultural gestor i have a wide knowledge and contacts of the ongoing cultural activities in town, some of which would be more difficult to find for you as there doesn't exist a website or magazine that advertize them all as in our town information still relies a lot on word mouth to mouth, so you will get to know this information during our tour too.

Maestra Isis Rodriguez is a world renown and internationally recognized artist with a B.F.A in painting. She has been teaching for over 20 years and has lived in Mexico for 20 years. Voted best art teacher in San Miguel, her art classes are one of the few in San Miguel that blends art with Mexican culture, structured under the spiritual philosophy of "nepantla", a 16th Century Nahua word that means "in the middle of things". Models and reference materials are indigenous to this region and students are given oral art and cultural history lectures, introduction to contemporary Mexican and Latin American modern music while working. Beginners and all levels welcomed. This 2 Day Mexican Art Class explores different mediums, ink, drawing, pastel, watercolor, and oils. All styles from realistic to abstract can be explored.