Majolica, or the Azulejo tile, is a traditional way to decorate and glaze ceramic seen primarily in Mediterranean countries. This technique which originated from the Moors varies in colour pallet and pattern finish depending on the region. Cobalt and other oxides are painted onto an unfired tin glaze resulting in vibrant colours with remarkable definition. 

On this course you will learn everything you need to know to complete your own set of hand painted, colourful, ceramic tin glazed tiles. You will learn everything from the mixing of the colours to the application of traditional repeat geometric patterns. If you’re feeling adventurous you can deviate from the provided stencils and create your own unique set of tiles. 

**CLASS OVERVIEW**
-	Colour mixing: Here you will learn how to properly weigh and mix the coloured stains used to paint with. This step is vital if you wish to continue with these techniques at home but there will also be a range of pre-mixed colours for you to work with. 
-	Glazing, mark-making and painting demonstration: Here you will be shown the 3 basic steps to creating your own range of tiles. 
-	Sketching,planning and glazing time: Makers will be guided in the glazing process on their own set of 4 pre-made bisque tiles/coasters. Then you will have a chance to sketch your own, or use provided stencils, to create your patterns and designs.
-	Create your own set of patterned tiles/coasters. 


The class is designed for adults, however, children under the age of 16 are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult. 

Decorate your own Ceramic Tiles - Hand Painted Portuguese Azulejo Tile Workshop

Justine Rinnooy Kan

Wish there were more than five stars to give. Great instruction from Inés, wonderful studio, so relaxing, just the best experience. Highly recommend! 

Katie Nguyen

Fantastic class in a beautiful, welcoming studio. Ines was very patient and encouraging. Highly recommended! 

Kimberly McDaniel

Great experience! Workshop was easy to follow for absolute beginners and we learned quite a bit as we went through in a relaxed environment. Thank you. 

Serene Khor

Fun and therapeutic Azulejo painting workshop! Highly recommended. Both teachers are super friendly and amazing. Can’t wait to see the final product :)

James K.

As someone who did some tiling training (fitting) at a builders/construction college and having been to the Alhambra in Spain I had been looking for and wanting to do a course like this for a long time.  

It was a very welcoming and friendly space.  The teachers were very knowledgable and professional with a lot of ceramic experience

All the tools and equipment was laid out and there was plenty of time for all the processes with full explanations of what to do, and to not do and some of the science behind the technique 

Esha Khanna 

A fantastic workshop that I brought my partner to. We’re both in agreement that the teaching was excellent and so insightful and the class was paced beautifully.  The time flew and I really feel as though I learned some new skills and my creativity was encouraged.  A lovely studio too.  Thank you for a memorable experience; I’ll be bringing my mother to a class too. 

Susan Ferguson

Very enjoyable class.  I was very pleased with the tiles when I collected them.   Thoroughly recommend!


Sorcha Ince

Loved it. Had a fantastic, passionate, lovely teacher in Annette (whose own work is absolutely BREATHTAKING btw so you know you're in good hands). Could easily spend a whole day doing this.

Sian Walters

Fantastic workshop decorating Portuguese tiles. Annette was a great tutor, creating a nice atmosphere and providing clear guidance for each stage of the process. She was generous sharing her expertise and as someone with little art experience, I appreciated her tips on decorating. 

Kim Slade

This was an absolutely fabulous course. The venue was easy to find and travel to. The teacher was fantastic and explained thoroughly what we would be doing step by step without overwhelming us with information and instruction. I went with my daughter and we were totally absorbed in the process from start to finish. I would say I’m not particularly artistic but it has really inspired me to book another course. Highly recommended for those looking to dip your toes into the ceramic waters. We will be collecting our tiles in a few days and are very excited to see the results.

Azulejo & Majolica Tile Workshop - Hand painted Ceramic Glaze Tile

Alice Trouncer

I really liked the teacher and the setting for the class, but there's room for improvement. We spent so much time glazing the tiles that we had very little time for applying the design and painting the tiles. I think it would have been better for the teacher to do the glazing before we arrived, and just demoed it during the class. There were only two attendees, and the teacher offered us both lots of help, but she said very few people get through all four tiles because of the time constraints. Also, only four designs were available, which I thought was very limited. It would have been really helpful if we'd been emailed before the class with information about the size of the tiles and the sort of designs that work, so we could have had time to think about designs and bring ideas. I didn't like what I made, and I don't think I will collect the tiles - which is very rare for me. It wouldn't put me off classes at Decima - I did a great one last year and have another booked - but I wouldn't recommend this particular class, unless they make some changes.

Learn how to make vibrant and hand painted decorative tiles using traditional painting techniques with glazes. 

Decima Clay Borough

Decima Bermondsey

Standard ticket will include the course and the cost of all materials and kiln firings.  Collect your fired work at the studio. 

Decorate your own Ceramic Tiles

Ticket will include the course, all the materials, kiln firings and shipping of fired works.

Decorate your own Ceramic Tiles - Including Shipping of Finished works. 

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Irina Razumovskaya is a Russian-Israeli ceramic sculptor and educator based in London. Her work combines architectural forms with innovative surfaces and glaze.

Inés is Spanish-Filipino industrial designer and bespoke homeware manufacturer based in London, focusing on architectural ceramics and interiors.

In her practice Vicky specialises in creating compositions that find visual balance. She is strongly influenced by her perception of the built environment.

Ruby Elliot is an illustrator, cartoonist and author based in London. She publishes work online and in print under the name Rubyetc. 

Annette Lindenberg is a German/British ceramicist, whose work focuses on Kurinuki, the Japanese method of hollowing and carving blocks of clay. 

Unu Sohn is a ceramic artist based in London. She obtained her MA in Ceramics from the Royal College of Art following a post-baccalaureate at the SAIC Chicago. 

Karlina Mezecka is an artist from Riga,  based in London. Karlina got her BA in ceramics at the Art Academy of Latvia, MA Royal College of Art London. 

Elizabeth Jackson lives and works in London. She graduated in 2021 with an MA in Ceramics & Glass from the RCA.

Eugene graduated from Central Saint Martins in 2016 and the Royal College of Art in 2018. Eugene employs throwing, press moulding, and slip casting techniques. 

In her artistic practice, Joely designs and creates a diverse array of functional and decorative wares, prioritising vibrant surface design and texture.

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