Top Northern Vietnam Painting Classes

Discover the secrets of traditional Vietnamese pottery without a time-consuming trip to one of the country’s rural ceramics villages. In this half-day pottery class, learn how to make all sorts of clay creations from a master artisan direct from Bat Trang, one of the country’s oldest ceramics villages. Get personalized guidance and answers to all your questions in this private session – no fighting to be heard from the back of the class.

A peaceful art studio hidden in a quiet garden in Tây Hồ — the perfect escape from Hanoi’s busy streets. Our drawing session is designed for beginners and travelers who want a calm, creative break during their trip. What makes this experience special: • Real art guidance from friendly instructors, not a “paint & sip” party • Hands-on learning with pencils, charcoal, and simple still-life objects • Relaxing, quiet environment ideal for solo travelers, couples, or friends • A meaningful Hanoi souvenir — take home your finished artwork • Expat- and traveler-friendly English-speaking instructors • Small groups for focused, personal attention It’s a simple but memorable way to connect with Hanoi’s creative side.

Looking for a unique last-minute activity this weekend in Hanoi? Whether you're a curious traveler, an expat looking to explore something new, or an artist needing a creative warm-up, our Life Model Drawing session is the perfect experience. Join us this upcoming weekend for an inspiring session with professional models in a cozy, thoughtfully curated setting. No experience needed – our friendly instructors offer guidance in English, making it accessible for complete beginners. Located in the vibrant Tay Ho area, this is more than just a drawing class – it's a chance to connect, create, and enjoy a relaxing, art-filled moment in Hanoi. Come solo or bring a friend – explore your creativity and make your weekend memorable!

Book painting class now to get creative and take beautiful pottery home with you. Today, We bring the Ceramics pottery painting workshop to you right in the heart of Hanoi's old quarter, at 115 Hang Gai, Hoan Kiem. Here you can join a cermics painting workshop with experienced teacher from bat trang ceramics village. You will get to learn about the history and basics of Bat Trang pottery painting. Practice painting with ideas in 2.5 hour. And learn how to glaze products Please plan your schedule accordingly in order to pick up and take the products you’ve painted ( we need 1-2days to fire your products) Slots for class: In the morning 8h30 to 11h00 or in the afternoon 14h00 to 16h30 Price is 28 usd per person, include one products to paint ( you take more you will pay more from 2 usd) Ceramics color Tools to paint Painting wheel Glaze Meeting point: 115 Hang Gai, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi ( Authentic bat trang Ceramics shop and workshop)

Our pottery classes offer a hands-on experience where you can choose between wheel throwing or hand building techniques to create your own unique pieces. As a delightful bonus, you can also select handcrafted items from our collection as souvenirs or gifts, providing you with lasting memories of your time in Vietnam. Join us for a fulfilling and creative journey at our pottery studio!

This workshop is more than a craft class – it's a doorway into the soulful world of Vietnamese culture, where beauty is made by hand and stories are woven into every thread. You’ll experience a rare and meaningful tradition that exists only in Vietnam: the art of Cói weaving – using natural sedge harvested in wetlands and shaped through centuries of knowledge passed from mother to daughter. Unlike commercial souvenirs, you’ll make your own eco-friendly artwork, guided by a local artisan who carries the memory of her ancestors’ hands. The space itself is quiet and warm, designed to help you slow down, breathe deeply, and create with intention. As you weave, you’ll also learn about Vietnamese values – simplicity, harmony, and resilience – through stories, rituals, and friendly conversation. This experience is perfect for mindful travelers, cultural seekers, and anyone looking for a gift that carries real meaning. Only in Vietnam – only in this moment – only with your own two hands

Looking for a unique and meaningful experience in Hanoi? Join us at Mộc Thôn, where you’ll carve your own wooden keepsake from reclaimed or flood-fallen timber that has been lovingly restored. Begin by choosing your block of wood, each with its own natural patterns and history. With simple tools and friendly guidance, you’ll learn how to shape, smooth, and finish your piece whether it’s a board, coaster, or a small figure that reflects your personality. The workshop is calm, creative, and welcoming to all skill levels. You’ll enjoy Vietnamese tea, gentle music, and stories from local craft traditions. When you finish, your artwork will be placed in a handmade cloth bag to take home. Mộc Thôn is also a creative hub supporting emerging local artists, so you’ll have the chance to visit a mini art gallery and support the community. Leave with a beautiful handmade piece and a heartfelt memory of Hanoi.

Textile Workshop – Vietnam’s 54 different ethnic minority communities are renowned for the incredible textiles used to create different traditional dresses. The Red Dao and Black H'Mong in particular have some of the most captivating, with symbolic patterned themes, intricate fabric embellishment, hand embroidery, and natural dyeing. Join Black H'Mong artisans in Lao Chai Village for an introduction to hemp production, batik design, and natural dyeing with indigo over the course of this full-day textile workshop.You won’t go through all 41 steps needed to complete a design, but you will uncover the meaning behind some of the most important H'Mong folk art symbols and sit down for a traditional H'Mong lunch.

A calm and nurturing environment awaits children aged 5–11 at art studio in Tây Hồ. Designed to promote creativity and skill development, these classes offer hands-on sessions in drawing and contemporary art. Kids will learn essential techniques like shapes and light as they create imaginative projects inspired by modern artists. Taught by graduates from the Vietnam University of Fine Arts, this program includes all materials and opportunities for exhibition submissions, ensuring a thorough art experience throughout the course.

Dong Ho Village with its famous paintings has become an aesthetic symbol in Vietnam culture. Located to the left side of Duong River, Dong Ho stood for centuries making their unique art work. From over 100 families in the 1950s, currently there are only a handful of families still making the traditional craft. Dong Ho paintings are places for artists to reflect their wishes for lucks and their perception of everyday life in the village.

You don’t have to travel out to the Bat Trang pottery village to learn ceramics in Hanoi. This pottery-making workshop in the heart of the Old Quarter lets you work with hand and wheel to make cups, plates, or the items of your choice—with a teacher from Bat Trang. Your course includes kilning one product to bring home: a small surcharge is payable if you’d like to kiln more products.

Th it's a hands-on experience guided by Hmong women who have practiced Batik since childhood. You'll learn directly from the people who live and breathe this craft, gaining insight into their culture, stories, and way of life.

Unlike many cultural experiences that require traveling to remote villages, this workshop takes place conveniently in the heart of Sapa Town, making it easy to fit into your itinerary. Led by a young H'Mong artisan, you'll work with authentic indigo dye made from naturally fermented indigo plants using traditional methods passed down through generations. Rather than simply watching a demonstration, you'll create your own unique design, control the depth of the blue through repeated dyeing, and witness the fascinating oxidation process as the fabric changes color before your eyes. With small group sizes, personal guidance, and meaningful cultural conversations, this workshop offers an authentic, hands-on introduction to one of the H'Mong people's most treasured crafts. You'll leave with not only a one-of-a-kind handmade souvenir, but also a deeper appreciation for the sustainable traditions and creativity behind H'Mong indigo dyeing.

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the Hmong people with a private, hands-on batik and embroidery workshop in Sapa. Guided by skilled local artisans, discover the centuries-old art of creating intricate patterns with beeswax on handwoven hemp fabric before dyeing your design in natural indigo. Complete your piece using traditional Hmong embroidery techniques, learning the meanings and symbolism behind each motif along the way. Enjoy authentic cultural exchanges with your hosts, gain a deeper appreciation of Hmong craftsmanship, and create your own handmade artwork to take home as a meaningful souvenir of your unforgettable Sapa experience.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Hmong people through a private, hands-on batik and embroidery workshop in Sapa. Led by talented local artisans, you'll learn the traditional craft of applying melted beeswax to handwoven hemp fabric to create intricate patterns before dyeing your design with natural indigo. Finish your masterpiece using authentic Hmong embroidery techniques while discovering the cultural stories, symbols, and traditions woven into every motif. Enjoy meaningful interactions with your local hosts, gain unique insight into one of Vietnam's most treasured textile traditions, and create a one-of-a-kind handmade artwork to take home as a lasting reminder of your unforgettable Sapa cultural experience.

Discover the rich cultural heritage of the Hmong people through a private, hands-on workshop in Sapa. Guided by skilled local artisans, learn the traditional art of batik using beeswax to create intricate patterns on hemp fabric before dyeing it with natural indigo. Complete your masterpiece with authentic Hmong embroidery techniques passed down through generations. Gain fascinating insights into the symbolism behind each design, enjoy meaningful interactions with your hosts, and take home your handcrafted creation as a unique souvenir of your unforgettable Sapa cultural experience.