2 hours Craft workshop "The Alhambra with your hands"
Overview
The participants (adults, families, ....) appropriate the techniques used by the craftsmen of the Alhambra and take away the objects made. A unique opportunity to make an authentic piece of craftsmanship of millenary tradition. You will learn how to handle tools, you will choose the combination of materials and you will make your first masterpiece of Andalusian craftsmanship.
On the day of the workshop, choose the art that most catches your attention:
- Mosaic: Like a puzzle you will assemble ceramic pieces of different sizes, color and shapes to make an authentic Arab ceramic panel.
- Plasterwork: You will paint a plaster reproduction of the Alhambra and cover some details with gold leaf.
- Marquetry (inlay): On a wooden board you will glue the different decorative elements; stars, fretwork and veneers to make a chessboard.
On the day of the workshop, choose the art that most catches your attention:
- Mosaic: Like a puzzle you will assemble ceramic pieces of different sizes, color and shapes to make an authentic Arab ceramic panel.
- Plasterwork: You will paint a plaster reproduction of the Alhambra and cover some details with gold leaf.
- Marquetry (inlay): On a wooden board you will glue the different decorative elements; stars, fretwork and veneers to make a chessboard.
Inclusions
- We provide all the necessary tools and materials. You don't have to bring anything except your desire to make your Andalusian handicraft work.
What to expect
Itinerary
Discover the "Alhambra Workshops with your hands" a fun activity for children, adults and families in our centrally located classroom in Granada (500 m from the Cathedral).
You will learn the basics of Arabic decoration, you will handle the tools and materials to elaborate your first masterpiece of Andalusian craftsmanship.
On the reserved day you can choose between making a tiled mosaic, decorating with paint and gold leaf a reproduction of plasterwork from the Alhambra or making an inlaid chessboard* (Granada marquetry).
*The chessboard will be varnished and picked up dry a few hours later or the next morning if the workshop was held in the afternoon.
Our experience will be an unforgettable, special and unique souvenir of the Granada of the Alhambra.
This workshop will take you to experience the spirit of the Hispano-Muslim artisans in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere under the tutelage of one of our craftsmen.
Discover the "Alhambra Workshops with your hands" a fun activity for children, adults and families in our centrally located classroom in Granada (500 m from the Cathedral).
You will learn the basics of Arabic decoration, you will handle the tools and materials to elaborate your first masterpiece of Andalusian craftsmanship.
On the reserved day you can choose between making a tiled mosaic, decorating with paint and gold leaf a reproduction of plasterwork from the Alhambra or making an inlaid chessboard* (Granada marquetry).
*The chessboard will be varnished and picked up dry a few hours later or the next morning if the workshop was held in the afternoon.
Our experience will be an unforgettable, special and unique souvenir of the Granada of the Alhambra.
This workshop will take you to experience the spirit of the Hispano-Muslim artisans in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere under the tutelage of one of our craftsmen.
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Gregory_M
April 2023
Frederico was an excellent host and guide for our crafts. There were several options to choose from and he gave excellent tips to make creating art easy and enjoyable.
Frederico was an excellent host and guide for our crafts. There were several options to choose from and he gave excellent tips to make creating art easy and enjoyable.aicha_b
January 2023
Nous avons fait une excellente rencontre, l’échange et la découverte Deux heures qui ont vite passé.
Nous avons fait une excellente rencontre, l’échange et la découverte Deux heures qui ont vite passé.Pilar_M
November 2022
Una gran experiencia, se aprende mucho es muy entretenida repetiría para hacer las demás opciones de taller
Una gran experiencia, se aprende mucho es muy entretenida repetiría para hacer las demás opciones de taller