Engraving & Printmaking Workshop: Día de Muertos Edition

Create Your Own Day of the Dead Print in Oaxaca

Celebrate Día de Muertos in Oaxaca through one of the city's most celebrated artistic traditions. This special-edition printmaking and engraving workshop invites you to carve, ink, and print your own Day of the Dead-inspired artwork while learning the fundamentals of relief printmaking from a talented local master engraver.

Hosted by Tlayudona and local artist Ludwing, this immersive experience combines creativity, culture, and hands-on learning in a relaxed atmosphere where travelers and locals alike can discover why Oaxaca is internationally recognized as the artistic capital of Mexico.

Discover Oaxaca's Rich Printmaking Tradition

Oaxaca has long been a center for graphic arts, home to internationally acclaimed printmakers whose work celebrates social movements, identity, resistance, and cultural traditions. During the Day of the Dead season, engraving becomes an especially meaningful art form, capturing the holiday's iconic imagery—from elegant Catrinas and dancing skeletons to marigolds, candles, and whimsical calacas.

Your instructor will introduce you to the essential techniques of linoleum block carving before guiding you through the creative process of designing and engraving your own festive print.

Carve, Ink & Print Your Own Día de Muertos Artwork

After designing your own composition, you'll carve a linoleum block using professional engraving tools and techniques. Once your design is complete, you'll ink your block and create multiple prints to take home as unique souvenirs of your time in Oaxaca.

Whether you have years of artistic experience or have never held a carving tool before, this workshop is designed to be approachable, fun, and inspiring. Your instructor provides personalized guidance throughout the process, allowing you to work comfortably at your own pace.

Celebrate Creativity with Mezcal and Local Traditions

No celebration in Oaxaca is complete without mezcal. As you carve and print, enjoy a complimentary pour of artisanal mezcal while sharing stories, conversation, and creative inspiration in a festive Día de Muertos atmosphere. It's the perfect opportunity to slow down, connect with local artists, and experience one of Oaxaca's most vibrant cultural traditions through your own hands.

Perfect for Artists, Travelers & Culture Lovers

Whether you're searching for the best Day of the Dead activities in Oaxaca, a unique Oaxaca art workshop, or an unforgettable cultural experience during the holiday season, this engraving class offers the perfect combination of creativity, tradition, and authentic local connection.

Travel home with more than a souvenir—leave with a handmade work of art and a deeper appreciation for Oaxaca's world-renowned graphic arts tradition.

A Note for Families

We suggest that children 10+ can participate, with parental discretion, as the carving tools are quite sharp! If you have smaller kiddos who would like to accompany you and draw/color during the workshop, that’s fine with us!