Jaipur is well known for its rich art and craft traditions. Every year many people visit Jaipur specifically to participate in art and craft workshops. Over time, I have met many travelers who visited Jaipur just for these art and craft workshops. Out of all the traditional Jaipur art and craft traditions, the block printing workshops are among the most sought-after experiences. During my visit to Bagru, I shared a ride with a Lithuanian artist who works on large size fabrics. She was attending a seven-day Bagru block printing technique workshop to add a new dimension to her art. This is just one such example. Read more about Bagru Village Tour. Travelers often reach out to me asking for recommendations for art & craft workshops in Jaipur for beginners. Even though there are many options for art workshops, few are truly worth recommending. Recently, a new studio has opened offering art & craft workshops in Jaipur called Studio Bero.

Your Guide to Art & Craft Workshop Choices in Jaipur

There are a total of four art & craft workshops at Studio Bero in Jaipur, currently. The location of these workshops is convenient- in the heart of the pink city. At the moment, people travel to a variety of locations to do these traditional art & craft workshops. Places like Bagru would easily take away more than half a day. With just 2-3 days in Jaipur, combining it with tourist attractions was difficult for most travelers. But now it’s very easy to add art & craft workshops to Jaipur travel itinerary.

Following options are available at the studio:

Block Printing Workshop in Jaipur

Out of all the craft traditions of Jaipur, learning textile block printing is the most sought-after. It is one of the distinct and can be easily done by the travelers. Usually, Jaipur block printing is a hands on art craft workshop.

Usually, a block printing workshop in Sanganer is a default choice. Some prefer a block printing workshop in Bagru. Usually, the traveler picks a theme or motif for block printing and gets to take home a scarf or a shirt printed by him or her. A skilled craftsman guides one through the entire process of block printing. Cotton is the fabric used for block printing. Read: The Anokhi Museum of hand block printing

Jaipur Block Carving Workshop

Block carving is another interesting and sought after art workshop in Jaipur. This involves carving the motif onto a block used in the block printing technique. The outline is drawn on a paper and the same is then used to create the pattern on the block. It requires getting used to the skill of chiseling. In comparison to block printing it requires a lot more effort.

Lac Bangle Making Workshop

Lac bangles are popular in rural belts. It is inexpensive and given the choice of colours and patterns, women are drawn to the same.

Lac is a resin, the main ingredient for making bangles. This resin is bought by the bangle makers from wholesalers. The whole process is very interesting. Although a demonstration of lac bangle making is done in the walled city area, the workshop experience is far better. The reason being in demonstration one can only watch. In a workshop, one can be an active participant. Read: Handmade in Rajasthan Exhibition with Lac bangle demonstration.

Wheel Pottery workshop in Jaipur

Until now, there were very few wheel pottery workshops in Jaipur. A few that I knew were in the villages close to Jaipur. Doing a wheel pottery workshop in Jaipur would require a lot of effort in commute. But with the studio now offering a wheel pottery-making experience in Jaipur, it is a good alternative. However, on another note, this craft requires quite some skill but with a good pottery master, it is easier. This is a good pottery workshop for beginners. A good pottery master provides guidance on techniques to master the pottery skills. Earthen pots have always been part of Jaipur culture. Till date many pottery items are being used on a daily basis. Some of these are Kulhad or earthen glasses for Chai and Lassi. Others like Diya are used during Diwali celebrations in Jaipur. With the revival of the concept of eco-friendly lifestyle, there is a renewed focus on pottery making classes in Jaipur.

Advantages of art & craft workshop at Studio Bero

All these art and craft experiences are offered at Studio Bero located in C-Scheme. The prices are reasonable and a big saving in terms of cost and time. Visiting Bagru for block printing will be expensive with the combined cost of classes and a taxi. You can do more Jaipur art and craft workshops at Studio Bero.

Traditional Jaipur Art & Craft | Frequently Asked Questions

If I have to do just one craft & art workshop in Jaipur which one should I choose?

Ideally, the choice of a traditional craft workshop in Jaipur should be based on your interests. If you are unsure then probably the easiest class to enroll is Jaipur block printing workshop.

Are the Jaipur art and craft workshops authentic?

Some are authentic but not all art and craft workshops are authentic. There are many block printing workshops organized by commercial businesses engaged in selling the finished products to tourists. These workshops are simply a method to attract customers or to establish their authenticity. To check, look for reviews online on Google and TripAdvisor, especially the ones which are negative.

Do instructors of traditional art & craft workshops in Jaipur speak English?

Most do, but not all. Check with the workshop you intend to enroll in. Read: Ingenuity | Block Printing Instructor