Create Your Own Turkish Tile – Traditional Iznik Ceramic Workshop

Everyday Guarantee Departures

6 Hours

Istanbul

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Design, Paint & Take Home Your Turkish Tile!

Experience the centuries-old tradition of Turkish tile painting, recognized by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage. In this private workshop, you will select an authentic Turkish pattern, learn ceramic painting techniques, and create your own masterpiece. After painting, your tile will be glazed and kiln-fired, ready for collection or international shipping. No prior experience needed—just bring your creativity!

Inclusions:

✅ All materials
✅Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions:

☑️ Personal expenses

Optional extras (add when booking):

Starting Point : Fatih, İstanbul

Duration : 6 Hours

Language : English

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Departures : Everyday Guarantee Departures

Schedule

Introduction to Turkish Tile Art

Discover the history and significance of Iznik and Ottoman tiles, found in places like Topkapı Palace and the Blue Mosque.

Hands-On Tile Painting Experience

Choose a traditional Turkish pattern and learn the transfer technique onto your tile.
Paint your tile using authentic ceramic paints with expert guidance.

Glazing & Firing Process

Once your design is complete, we will glaze and kiln-fire your tile for durability.
Your artwork will be ready for collection within 7-10 days, or we can ship it to you.

Optional: Take an Unglazed Tile Home

If you prefer, you can take your unglazed tile home and have it fired in a local kiln in your country.

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
Meeting Point: Fatih, Istanbul

Know Before You Book

No painting experience is needed, as the workshop is for all skill levels.
Your tile must be glazed and kiln-fired, which takes 7 to 10 days.
You can collect the fired tile later, have it shipped at your own cost, or take it home unglazed.
The workshop takes place in Fatih, Istanbul, and lasts about 3 hours.