{"title":"Workshops \u0026 Experiences","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe host \u003cb\u003ein-depth tours\u003c\/b\u003e twice-a-week as well as an intimate, weekly \u003cb\u003ehands-on workshop\u003c\/b\u003e. So, step behind-the-scenes for \u003cstrong\u003ea guided heritage tour\u003c\/strong\u003e to see how we make our pottery, or \u003cstrong\u003ebe brave, pop on an apron and have a go yourself!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e.  \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"porches-pottery-experience-tile-painting-workshop","title":"The Art of the Azulejo: Half-Day Workshop \u0026 Lunch","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThis year, for the very first time, the historic Porches Pottery will be running workshops. Steep yourself in the history and culture of local landmark and create your own souvenir to take home.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience \u003cstrong\u003ean immersive, half-day tile painting workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e with the expert artisans at Porches Pottery. In an intimate group setting, you will learn the practical fundamentals and the cultural history of one of \u003cstrong\u003ePortugal’s most iconic art-forms\u003c\/strong\u003e, directly from one of its most famous producers. Work with us, learn the basics of painting on glaze, enjoy refreshments and a light-lunch included. Your very own tiles will be ready to collect by the end of the week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will be hosting the workshop every \u003cstrong\u003eWednesday from 9:30 until 12:30\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by an included lunch in the café.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe workshop will include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA guided\u003c\/strong\u003e tour of the pottery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisit all areas of our production, our painting studio, our glazing room, our kilns as well as our gardens and tile murals with your expert guide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs you explore our space, receive \u003cstrong\u003ean explanation of the majolica technique\u003c\/strong\u003e get a little history of our pottery and of \u003cstrong\u003ePortuguese azulejo culture\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands-on instruction\u003c\/strong\u003e in the fundamentals of painting majolica tiles or 'azulejos' in a private space on our garden terrace. Your tutor will demonstrate the techniques, and guide you towards your own first attempts. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNothing left to do but \u003cstrong\u003epaint your own tiles!\u003c\/strong\u003e Be forewarned, it isn’t as easy as our painter’s make it look!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour tile will be\u003cstrong\u003e ready to collect on Friday afternoon.\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiln-gods allowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflect on your new-found skills and talents over a \u003cstrong\u003elight lunch on our garden terrace.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll of this is included\u003c\/strong\u003e in your workshop!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included at a glance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA guided tour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePainting instruction in a small group setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo tiles for you to paint and for collection on a later date.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLunch in our café, choose an \u003cem\u003eopen toast\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003esoup and salad combo\u003c\/em\u003e with a home-made beverage of your choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Porches Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377010917718,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/2148\/8982\/files\/1240476.jpg?v=1776955705"},{"product_id":"porches-pottery-guided-tour","title":"Porches Pottery: A Guided Heritage Tour","description":"\u003ch2 data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-hveid=\"CAEIAhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eStep inside a living legacy at \u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003ePorches Pottery\u003c\/span\u003e, where art and history have been firing for over 50 years. This behind-the-scenes factory tour offers a rare glimpse into the authentic \u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003emajolica technique - \u003c\/span\u003ea 1,000-year-old tradition preserved by local artisans in the heart of the Algarve.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIAhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-hveid=\"CAEIAxAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eWhat the tour includes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eBegin with \u003cstrong\u003ea guided walk\u003c\/strong\u003e through our garden, our shop and our café visiting the tile murals and architectural details. Discover how our founders’ dream revitalized a local craft and secured a place in local history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAB\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eEnter the painter’s studio to \u003cstrong\u003esee \u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eskilled artisans\u003c\/span\u003e at work\u003c\/strong\u003e, hand-painting the vibrant designs that are now world-renowned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAD\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eLearn about our techniques, and \u003cstrong\u003eour delicate freehand brushwork.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAE\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisit the historic kilns \u003c\/strong\u003ethat have been the steady heartbeat of our workshop for decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAF\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eWatch the transformation as we \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003ehand-dip pottery\u003c\/span\u003e in white glaze\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating the perfect canvas for our iconic designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\"\u003eJoin us to learn more about \u003cstrong\u003ethe Algarve’s most distinctive ceramics\u003c\/strong\u003e and take home a souvenir - and what's more\u003cstrong\u003e take home a story.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\"\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou’ll discover the different steps of our majolica process during your visit. 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We are happy to explore alternative arrangements where possible - \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:info@porchespottery.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplease contact us in advance\u003c\/a\u003e to discuss a customised visit tailored to your needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge restriction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Due to the fragile nature of our work and the safety considerations within an active majolica workshop, \u003cstrong\u003ethis tour is suitable for adults aged 18 and over.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Porches Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52996839342422,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/2148\/8982\/files\/1240426_6c2787af-3473-421e-b062-98f31aecb7e2.jpg?v=1776955895"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/2148\/8982\/collections\/1090556.jpg?v=1775055719","url":"https:\/\/www.porchespottery.com\/en\/collections\/workshops-experiences.oembed","provider":"Porches Pottery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}