Half-Day Alebrijes Carving and Painting Workshop in San Martin from Oaxaca


4 hours
Pick-up offered
Free cancellation
1 - 15
Mobile ticket

Overview

In "San Martin Tilcajete", you will see the process of making Alebrijes, the famous and colorful figures from Oaxacan-Mexican folk art. You will visit a workshop and see how artisans carve and paint these figures. Then, you'll have a chance to paint your own figure and use your imagination to create something unique. These figures were the inspiration for the creators of the

famous movie "Coco".  After this, it is time for an expert you indications to fly with your

imagination. You'll take this figure with you along with amazing memories from a wonderful day tour. Your tour includes transport and a local guide.

Inclusions

  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Small wooden "Alebrije", to paint. Material and paint to paint.

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Taller David Hernández, 8 de Octubre S/N, Barrio el Cerrito, 71506 San Martín Tilcajete, Oax., Mexico

After knowing the process of making these beautiful figures, you have time so that with the help of a craftsman, you can decorate your own alebrije.

Duration: 2 hours

Additional information

  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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.
S6678SXlesliea
March 2021

The David Hernandez taller is one of the most amazing places I’ve ever been. You’ll be amazed at the talent the artisans have. The tour guide was amazing and very knowledgeable, the painting class was very fun.

lilap25
February 2020

We deeply appreciated this introduction to the carving and painting of alebrijes. Our guide was informative and took great care in making sure we understood what he was saying. The wood, the carving, the many steps in between and the painting were quite amazing, informative and fascinating. Man...

Meg_H
November 2019

If you are interested in the art behind the traditional alebrijes in Oaxaca. This trip was terrific! Great driver. Fun day!

Susan S
June 2019

This was a really great opportunity to see very talented people at work. Our whole family enjoyed it and learned a lot.

Rose M
November 2018

This tour is a must for anyone visiting Oaxaca and learn about the art of Alegrijes. We visited the artist workshop, learned all about how they make the this wonderful art form. We had the opportunity to paint our own creatures. For a little extra the tour guide took us to a wonderful place to ha...

Passenger267296
October 2018

Everyone was on time and ready for us to learn how those famous "alebrijes" were made...from a raw piece of copal wood, the shape and size of which inspire the sculptor.Then comes the painting and what a miracle this is, and what detail they can accomplish with one hair brush. Trying ourselves at...

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