Turkish Tile Painting Workshop

Everyone has a masterpiece to create! Reserve your spot to start with yours.

While exploring Istanbul's historical wonders, enrich your journey with a unique and personal experience.

Joining our workshop offers you the chance to create a tangible, beautiful memory of your time in Istanbul.

Event details

• The first 15 minutes will be a brief history of Iznik tile. You will learn about the origins of this art form and its unique characteristics
• Iznik tile artisan will host this event, she will teach you the basic techniques of painting, including how to mix the colors, apply them to the tile
• All tools - brush, paints, tile 20x20cm, packaging - are provided free of charge
• At the end of the event, you will take your finished product with you. This will be a unique and personal souvenir of your time in Turkey
• The workshop is 3 - 3.5 hours long
• The workshop is open to all levels of experience

FAQs

What should I bring to the workshop?
Bring your creativity! All tools, including brushes, paints, tiles (20x20cm), and even aprons, are provided free of charge.

I have never painted before; can I attend the workshop?
You bet. Turkish Tile art is very specific form of art, as long as you are willing to learn it, you do not have to be an expert to attend the workshop. We will also prepare the tile by applying basic rough paint to the surface of the tile, you can choose one of these to get started with painting.

I have seen beautiful tiles in mosques and palaces in Istanbul, is it the same art?
Most definitely. There are different styles and techniques for creating Turkish tiles, but one of the most amazing examples of this tile can be seen in mosques all over Turkey. Visit the Rustempaşa Mosque ( location: Eminönü )to see the best examples.