Do I need any previous experience with ceramics to join?

No prior experience is necessary; the workshop is beginner-friendly with step-by-step guidance.

Can I customize my tiles?

Yes, you’ll learn several decoration techniques and can personalize each tile during the session.

How long before I can take home my tiles?

Tiles require 2–3 weeks for double kiln firing; you can later pick them up or have them shipped.

What if I’m only visiting Barcelona briefly?

You can leave your tiles to be part of the community mural and receive a pre-made tile from Taller Gingell as a keepsake.

Are the workshops held in English?

Instruction is offered in both Spanish and English depending on group preference.

What is included in the workshop?

All tools, clay, aprons, kiln firing, and WiFi access are provided for a seamless experience.

Artisan Tile Making Workshop in Barcelona with Taller Gingell

Barcelona pulses with vibrant culture and centuries-old craft traditions that blend art and everyday life seamlessly. Right in the city's bustling Sants-Montjuïc district, Taller Gingell invites small private groups into their professional ceramics studio for an intimate, hands-on tile-making workshop. This isn’t your average art class—it’s a creative experience that marries tactile skill with community spirit. Over two focused hours, participants craft two artisan ceramic tiles, one to keep as a personal memento and the other to contribute to a large-scale community mural permanently exhibited in Barcelona.

Set against a backdrop of Mediterranean light pouring through studio windows, the workshop opens a window into local ceramic traditions—introducing various clays, glazing methods, and firing techniques usually hidden behind artisan studio doors. No previous experience is needed, making it an ideal activity for team-building, friends, or families eager to try a new craft with meaningful outcomes. The communal mosaic the group helps build adds a layer of shared legacy to the creative work.

Taller Gingell emphasizes a relaxed but educational atmosphere, facilitated by instructors fluent in both Spanish and English. All tools, materials, and aprons are provided; participants simply engage with the hands-on process of shaping, decorating, and glazing their pieces. After the workshop, tiles undergo double kiln firings to ensure durability and finish, with options to ship the finished products internationally or leave them permanently in the studio’s community mural.

This experience taps into Barcelona’s rich artisan heritage while offering a fresh alternative to conventional outdoor adventures—perfect for creatives, culture seekers, and outdoor enthusiasts looking to blend making with meaningful community involvement. By participating, visitors connect with the city beyond its famous architecture and beaches, gaining a tangible souvenir forged from their own effort and inspired by local tradition.

About Taller Gingell

Taller Gingell is a professional ceramics studio in Barcelona, Catalunya, offering hands-on artisan workshops, private events, and intensive courses. Located in a recognized artisan workshop, Taller Gingell runs short two-hour experiences—like tile making, cup making, mosaic assemblies, and sculpting sessions—and longer programs such as a five-day intensive handbuilding course led by experienced teacher Wendy. All sessions provide materials, guidance, and access to studio tools and kiln firings where applicable.

Groups, teams, and private parties frequently book Taller Gingell for team-building and celebratory events. The studio accommodates small and large groups with tailored private events including The Mosaic, The Muse sculpting sessions, artisan tile and cup workshops, and planter-making experiences. Activities emphasize creativity and collaboration: participants craft personal keepsakes and contribute to community mosaics or framed artworks.

Taller Gingell prioritizes a welcoming, hands-on atmosphere suitable for beginners and experienced makers alike. No prior experience is required for most workshops; expert instruction and supplied underglazes, clay, and firing services are included in many offerings. The studio's catalog lists multiple private, team-building, and public experiences designed for creative bonding and skill-building.

Featured on The Adventure Collective, Taller Gingell combines professional studio facilities with accessible teaching. Whether booking a quick artisan tile workshop or enrolling in the intensive handbuilding course, participants can expect clear instruction, supplied materials, and a focus on creating meaningful ceramic pieces in Barcelona. Tile workshops use AMACO Velvet Underglazes for vibrant decoration, and many two-hour sessions result in finished tiles or cups that participants take home as keepsakes and memories.