Engraving Workshop with Ludwing

Engraving & Printmaking Workshop in Oaxaca with Artist Ludwing

Discover one of the most important traditions in Oaxacan contemporary art during this hands-on engraving and printmaking workshop in Oaxaca City with local artist Ludwing.

Right here in the historic center, you’ll explore the powerful world of grabado (printmaking)—an art form deeply connected to Oaxaca’s cultural identity, social movements, and artistic resistance. From murals to street posters, printmaking remains one of the most influential visual languages in the city.

Create Your Own Print (Grabado Workshop in Oaxaca)

In this immersive Oaxaca printmaking workshop, artist Ludwing will guide you through the entire creative process—from concept to final print.

You will:

• Learn the basics of engraving and traditional grabado techniques
• Understand the cultural and historical importance of printmaking in Oaxaca
• Design and carve your own original print
• Create hand-printed artworks to take home

At the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with your own engraved plate and a series of personal prints.

Learn from a Contemporary Oaxacan Artist

Ludwing is a local Oaxacan artist whose work is inspired by regional traditions, identity, and contemporary culture. He is a phenomenal painter and multidisciplinary artist with amazing technique. During the workshop, he will share insights into his artistic practice, recent exhibitions, and the role of printmaking in modern Oaxaca’s vibrant art scene.

This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with one of Oaxaca’s emerging artists in an intimate studio-style setting.

A Cultural Art Experience in Oaxaca City

Printmaking is one of the most accessible and powerful forms of Oaxacan folk and contemporary art, visible throughout the city in posters, murals, and political imagery. This workshop offers a deeper understanding of how art connects to community, activism, and storytelling in Oaxaca.

Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, this engraving workshop in Oaxaca is designed to be hands-on, creative, and inspiring.

Solo travelers are welcome—if you do not require translation, you may book this experience individually.

Perfect For

This experience is ideal for travelers looking for:

• Authentic art workshops in Oaxaca
• Hands-on printmaking or engraving classes
• Cultural and creative things to do in Oaxaca City
• Interaction with local contemporary artists
• Unique souvenirs made by hand
• Families (Recommended for children ages 10+ or parents’ discretion, depending on skill/dexterity, as the carving tools are sharp)

Step into Oaxaca’s artistic tradition and leave with more than a souvenir—leave with your own piece of Oaxacan printmaking culture, created by you.