Black Pottery Workshop in La Chamba

During this black pottery workshop in La Chamba, we'll learn about an ancient craft tradition and create clay objects like real potters.

Black Pottery Workshop in La Chamba

We'll meet at 9 am on Carrera 6 to begin this experience, exploring aspects of Colombian indigenous culture.

First, we'll head to the community of La Chamba, stopping in the municipality of El Espinal for breakfast. In La Chamba, known for its artisan tradition from the Yoropogos Indians, residents work with black clay to create pots, vessels, figurines, and other utensils.

At 10 am, we'll visit an artisan center to learn about the processes used to make black ceramic objects. We'll also discover popular clay figurines, including the Mohán, representing a seated man smoking tobacco.

You'll then have the chance to demonstrate your pottery skills. We will wear aprons and you will try modeling some black ceramic figures.

After the workshop, we'll walk along the banks of the Magdalena River, where the clay is sourced. Following this, we'll visit a local farm for a traditional lunch and enjoy the rest of the afternoon at the swimming pool.

Finally, we'll return to Ibagué, arriving back at the meeting point by around 6 pm.