Oaxaca: Paint Your Own Alebrije Workshop
ID: GYG398765-724649
Category:
Country: Mexico
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Visit an authentic Alebrije workshop, where you can paint your own Alebrije. Meet the artisans that create this traditional art craft.
Be picked up in Oaxaca City and head to the land of Alebrijes: San Martıń Tilcajete. Here you will learn about the process of making figures, carving, and painting an Alebrije.
After learning about the process of making Alebrije figures, it’s your turn to create, carve and paint one. With the help of an expert, you’ll follow the steps of making these figures into whatever your imagination can think of past creations include small animals, pegasus, aliens, and mythical figures.
During the activity, you will get a small wooden figure, a brush, and paint. You have about 90-minutes to paint your Alebrije according to your imagination. If you don't finish it, you can take it home and finish it there.
The artisans of this community will share with you the traditions inherited by their ancestors.
Highlights
- Paint your own Alebrije
- Meet the locals that will teach you more about Alebrijes
- Let your imagination fly, while creating your own unique figure
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The wooden figure that you'll paint is a size small
Food, drinks, and gratuities are not included
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
