Cuesquenian Arts & Crafts Workshop

Enhance your artistic skills through an engaging workshop focused on the traditional arts and crafts of Cuesque in Tipón. This experience will immerse you in the techniques of pottery, painting, and decoration, including the Cuesque gilding method, all while discovering the local folklore of Tipón.

Available Options

When you reserve your spot, you can select from the following two options:

Pucará Bulls Cusco Gilding Workshop (2 hours)

Your artisan journey in Cusco will commence with a concise overview of the regional art, emphasizing the blend of Andean and European cultural influences. Additionally, you will explore the historical context of ceramics in this region, including its roots and cultural importance. Are you curious about the Pucará bull, a symbol associated with safety and prosperity? You’ll learn the captivating stories behind it!

Participants will each receive a Pucará bull along with all necessary materials to begin creating. You will master the renowned technique of colonial gliding from Cusco, utilizing bronze, copper, and aluminum sheets.

At the conclusion of this workshop, you will have the opportunity to bring home your handcrafted Pucará bull. These bulls are often placed on rooftops for protection—an interesting fact to share!

Cusco Glazed Ceramics and Gilding Workshop (3 hours)

If you desire a more comprehensive experience, consider participating in the workshop dedicated to glazed ceramics and Cusco gilding!

We will start by meeting with the local artists from Totemiq, a collective focused on the preservation of traditional Peruvian folk art. They will provide insights into the glazed ceramics production process and the techniques of Cusco gilding, as well as other fascinating aspects of Cusco's artisan creations.

Once we've covered the theoretical aspects, we will engage in hands-on practice, employing the artisan methods to shape ceramic pieces, followed by glazing and painting techniques. To finish off, you will paint Pucará Bull figures using acrylic and other materials, allowing you to choose your favorite colors!

Schedules and Meeting Locations

Be aware of the timings and meeting points based on the option you select:

• Pucará bulls gilding workshop: Available at 10 am and 3:30 pm at the workshop located at Calle Uecia gallery 332 (Siete Mascarones 1132, Cusco 08001, Peru)
• Cusco glazed ceramics and gilding workshop: Offered at 9 am or 3 pm at the Julio Gutierrez Workshop (Inca 357, Santiago - Cusco 08001, Peru)