In the midst of the hustle and bustle of the capital, we sometimes forget that we need to give ourselves quality time. This breather for the mind is important for a healthy and happy routine. It also makes us see challenges through different eyes and generates motivation. That’s why we’ve listed ten workshops in São Paulo for you who are looking for leisure time to exercise your creativity.
Check out the coolest workshops in SP:
Spaces that tell stories
The workshop given by journalist Silvia Maria, from the @aalmadacasa profile, explores individual creativity and authentic environments. Divided into two parts, the workshop begins with a chat about personalized decoration. Next, participants personalize a decorative item, exploring how their spaces can reflect their own stories and experiences. Registration is by email: lepink.collective@gmail.com.
📅 December 7, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
📍 Le Pink 605: Avenida São João, 324 – Historic Center of São Paulo
Cocktail class
Discover the world of drinks with Bartenderia. This masterclass becomes a real drinks laboratory where students can explore the art of cocktail making. The practices and content applied in the class are for amateurs, enthusiasts and the curious. This way, you’ll know how to surprise your friends when you receive them at home and how to make good orders at the bar.
📍Rua Ribeirão Claro, 34 – Vila Olímpia
Meditation
Need to clear your head? The Sri Chinmoy Center offers free meditation courses. Classes are held once a month and last four days, so just keep an eye on the schedule and join in. As well as being relaxing, it’s a great practice for self-knowledge.
📍Vila Mariana (The exact address will be sent after registration is confirmed)
Ceramics
If you dream of creating beautiful ceramic pieces with your own hands, Ateliê Beija-flor da alma is the right place! There you’ll find hand modeling or lathe classes, a coworking space for artists and ceramics workshops. Recurring classes take place once a week, lasting 3 hours.
📍Rua Mirante, 171 – Jardim São Paulo
Tufting
Do you know those cute little wool rugs that are trending on social media? Now you can create them at the Rug Lab workshop. During the class you’ll experience the art of tapestry in a super fun way, with several colors to choose from and you’ll even take your work with you. Classes take place from Tuesday to Friday, by appointment only, and the duration varies according to the class chosen.
📍Rua Thomaz Gonzaga, 95 – Liberdade
Painting in the dark
A studio with fluorescent lighting, drinks and lots of neon paint is what you’ll find at Neon Brush! The proposal invites you to unleash your inner artist and become a painter for 1.5 hours, all with wine, beer, caipirinha or soda, you choose! Get your ticket by clicking here.
📍Colecta – Rua Belmiro Braga, 112 – Pinheiros
Confectionery and cooking
The Liceu Casa Gastronômica offers various courses for those who like to get their hands dirty! From traditional and fitness meals, which starts on April 20, to confectionery for beginners, on April 26, you’ll find a variety of courses to hone your talent in the kitchen!
📍Rua Bom Pastor, 1694 – Ipiranga
Jewelry and accessories
This workshop lasts 2 hours and takes place at Ateliê As Artes. During the course you will learn various techniques for making macramé, necklaces, scarves and other accessories. This course is very interesting for those who like to be creative and authorial when it comes to dressing.
📍Rua Cerro Corá, 657 – Vila Romana
Design
For more than 15 years in the field of art education, Quanta – Academia de Artes has a complete portfolio of workshops in drawing, painting, illustration, comics and even digital art. The next free classes are planned for the vacation period, but in addition to face-to-face courses, the school also offers distance learning modules.
📍Rua Dr. José de Queirós Aranha, 246 – Vila Mariana
Oshibana
The Japanese term names the technique of dehydrating flowers and leaves for artistic purposes. By carrying out the process, you can make beautiful decorative pictures to adorn your home. In Brazil, Mirian Tatsumi is a reference in the art and you can attend her sporadic courses. All you have to do to take part is keep an eye on the Oshibana Art studio ‘s website and see when the next class starts.
📍Rua Tamandaré, 355 – Liberdade
Cutting and sewing
Sigbol has seven teaching units in São Paulo where it offers a variety of fashion courses. From creative sewing to customization and even personal stylist, you’ll find plenty of options there. If you like thread and needle, it’s an excellent alternative for learning how to create and customize your own garments!
📍Check out all the units here
Handicrafts
When we talk about handicrafts, we understand that it’s a very broad area. That’s why the Ateliê As Artes course gives you more than 18 techniques to test your creativity as you wish! Classes take place once a week and last 2h30.
📍Rua Cerro Corá, 657 – Vila Romana
