Tinga Tinga Art

Guided painting session with a local artist; beginner-friendly.

45–60m Easy Family-friendly
From
25
per person

Highlights

Intimate, artist-led workshop with cultural context
Step-by-step guidance—perfect for beginners & families
All materials included; take home a signed mini-canvas
Flexible timing to fit your travel day
Art Culture Workshop Hands-on Family-friendly
From
25
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Karibu! Settle into a boutique, small-group studio session where you’ll learn the joyful language of Tinga Tinga—bold color blocks, playful animal motifs, and confident black contour lines. Your artist host shares cultural context and technique step-by-step (pole pole), so beginners and families feel at ease. By the end, you’ll sign and take home a vibrant mini-canvas—a one-of-a-kind Africano Paraiso keepsake.

  1. Karibu & intro: meet your artist in Mto wa Mbu; brief on the Tinga Tinga style and motifs.
  2. Sketch & outline: choose a subject (e.g., twiga/giraffe, tembo/elephant, ndege/bird) and learn bold line work.
  3. Color & detail: layer rangi kali (vibrant colors), add patterns, and refine contours—pole pole.
  4. Finish & photos: speedy drying, signature, snapshots, and protective sleeve for easy packing.

Included

  • All art materials (canvas/board, paints, brushes, apron)
  • Guided workshop with a local Tinga Tinga artist
  • Protective sleeve for your finished piece

Not Included

  • Shipping of artwork (if needed)
  • Hotel transfers (available on request)
  • Drinks/snacks
  • Paint dries quickly; we’ll help fast-track drying for same-day travel.
  • Wear clothes you don’t mind a tiny paint smudge on (aprons provided).
  • Private or extended classes are available on request—tunaweza kupanga.

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FAQs

Hapana—no experience needed. Your artist guides each step, adapting to your pace (pole pole).

Ndiyo! Popular motifs include twiga (giraffe), tembo (elephant), and ndege (bird)—or we’ll suggest a classic composition.

Yes. We use quick-dry layers and provide a protective sleeve so your mini-canvas packs flat for travel.

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