Fun Graffiti Workshop: The Art of Aerosol and Color

A can of spray paint plus a plan equals confidence. This Bogotá workshop teaches you how to make a bold throwup 3D graffiti name, step by step, in a real courtyard. I love the beginner-friendly coaching and warm up routine, and I also like that you start at OCIO Gallery with Colombian street art prints. One thing to consider: if the group includes louder distractions, your focus can get split.

For $58 and about 2 hours, you get the materials and wall time to try it properly, not just watch. The small group size, capped at 10, helps the instructor keep an eye on your technique, and the setting makes it feel like you’re in on Bogotá’s street art scene, not a “stage show.” My only caution is practical: if you’re hoping for lots of colors and your can supply runs low, you may have fewer choices mid-project.

Key highlights before you go

• OCIO Gallery start: You can browse Colombian prints and take in the vibe before you ever touch a spray can.
• Beginner structure: Warm-up, exercises (dots, lines, spirals), then a tag plan on paper.
• A throwup 3D name: The goal is a graffiti name you can actually finish on a wall.
• Hands-on wall time: You’ll use provided wall space in a courtyard lined with past experiments and tags.
• Small group cap: Maximum 10 travelers means quicker feedback while you’re painting.
• Two instructor styles: Cali (known professionally as TET) leads craft technique, while Diego has guided family groups.

OCIO Gallery in Bogotá: the real start, not just a lobby

This experience begins at Ocio Gallery, at Cra. 5 #26b – 26 in Bogotá, and it matters because the workshop isn’t separated from the art world. Before anyone hands you tools, you get time to explore a cultural house setting with unique murals and lots of pictures of the experience.

OCIO is also a practical bonus stop. The gallery is full of Colombian artists’ prints, and there’s a chance to buy printed clothing as a souvenir. Even if you’re itching to paint, the gallery helps you switch modes from tourist browsing to street-art thinking. You start noticing letter styles, color use, and how tags look when they live on brick and concrete.

The location is near public transportation, so you’re not forced into a taxi-only plan. And because it ends back at the same meeting point, you don’t spend the rest of your day figuring out how to get home from the far end of the city.

How you go from blank paper to a throwup 3D tag

The heart of the class is simple: you invent a graffiti name and paint it in a throwup 3D style. That “inventing” part is smart for beginners. You’re not starting by copying someone else’s piece. You’re making a personal word form, then learning how to shape it so it pops in real spray paint.

Right away, the instructor explains the objective, shows what you’ll be using, and requests consent for pictures. That matters if you’re the kind of traveler who hates being surprised by a camera. It’s also a reminder this is an art session, not an obstacle course.

Expect a short warm-up for your body and hands. It sounds small, but it helps you get comfortable holding the can and controlling your arm. You’ll see cans shaken well, and there’s even a playful moment where the instructor mimics a giant signature with a can in the air. It’s theatrical, but the point is technique: your motion control is everything.

Your first exercises: dots, lines, spirals, then planning

Before wall time, you build skills in layers. The class starts with small spray exercises like dots, lines, and spirals. This gives you a chance to understand how pressure, distance, and wrist movement affect what the paint does.

One of the most useful steps is planning your project on paper. You’ll get ideas and pointers, then you’ll choose colors before heading to the wall. The benefit for you is clear: you’re not guessing under pressure. Even if you’re a total beginner, you’ll be able to translate your sketch into a letterform that fits your name.

In at least some sessions, the instructor is Cali, known professionally as TET. His teaching approach, as described in one of the better accounts, focuses on coaching as you work, plus helping shape the finished tag so it really pops. Another guide mentioned in the experience, Diego, is described as interactive, including in a family context. Either way, the workshop is built around you doing the work, with the instructor adjusting you as you go.

Wall time in a courtyard of experiments and tags

After planning, you move to the courtyard wall space where you actually create. This is where the experience feels authentic. The walls are covered with experiments and tags from past participants, so you’re painting in a living sketchbook, not on a clean, sterile backdrop.

You’ll use a combination of tools, including spray cans, graphic markers, nozzles, and thick paper. The thick paper step is worth noting because it suggests they want you to sketch and refine before spraying full volume. That’s how you avoid the classic beginner mistake: jumping to the wall with a blurry idea.

You also get a clear “how to” rhythm:

1. set up your colors and plan,
2. start with the foundation letters,
3. build toward the 3D throwup effect,
4. adjust as the piece comes together.

One consideration: in at least one example, the group ran into issues when several cans were empty or near-empty, which reduced color choice. That’s not something you can control, but it’s a good reason to keep your design simple and color-conscious. You’ll do better with a plan that works even if you end up with fewer cans than expected.

What OCIO and the cultural house add to the lesson

This workshop includes more than paint time. You visit a cultural house with unique murals and pictures of the experience. That’s part of why the class feels connected to local street art culture, instead of treating graffiti as a standalone hobby you can learn without context.

It also makes your time feel longer in a good way. Two hours can vanish fast when you’re just watching instructions. Here, the gallery start and the courtyard wall finish give you two “chapters” in the story, which makes the whole experience feel complete.

If you’re a souvenir person, you’re also in the right place. The gallery setup includes a chance to take home printed clothing and Colombian prints. Even if you end up being messy during the workshop, you’ll still leave with something that doesn’t wash off.

Price and value: what $58 buys you in Bogotá

At $58 per person, this is priced like an activity that covers real supplies and real access. You’re not just paying for an instructor’s time. The materials are included: spray cans, graphic markers, nozzles, thick paper, and wall space.

That matters because spray paint classes can get pricey when materials are extra. Here, the included list is practical. It suggests you can focus on learning technique instead of counting tools and worrying that you’ll run out of supplies.

What’s not included is also clear:

• transportation
• food
• tips

So I’d plan this as a tight, standalone activity in your Bogotá day. If you’re hungry, eat before you arrive or make a quick stop after. If you’re using transit, factor in time to get to Cra. 5 #26b – 26 before your session starts.

One more value point: the experience is booked about 34 days in advance on average. That’s usually a sign it’s popular, and it can also mean dates fill. If your schedule is firm, grab your spot early.

Timing, group size, and how to make the most of 2 hours

The duration is about 2 hours. You’ll want to treat it like a focused workshop, not a casual hangout. The small group size, capped at 10 travelers, helps the instructor give targeted coaching instead of speaking over a crowd.

You’re also told confirmation happens within 48 hours of booking, depending on availability. So if you book close to your travel dates, keep an eye on that confirmation window.

Most travelers can participate, which is a helpful signal if you’re nervous about “being good at art.” The class is specifically designed for beginners or enthusiasts with no spray paint experience. In other words, your starting point does not decide your success here. Your willingness to practice does.

A note on group energy

One of the examples included two families and young kids in the same session, and the adults focused more on names than technique while the kids had plenty of motion. The instructor wasn’t at fault. But if you want a calm, concentrated workshop vibe, you might prefer booking on a date where the group looks more like solo adults and less like a mixed family situation.

Should you book Fun Graffiti Workshop in Bogotá?

If you want hands-on street art learning in Bogotá, this is an easy yes. The workshop is built for beginners, the structure is clear, and you end with a finished throwup 3D tag you made yourself. The small group size, the included materials, and the OCIO start all support good value for the time.

Book it if:

• you’re curious about graffiti culture and want more than a photo stop
• you like creative classes with clear steps and coaching
• you want a souvenir that’s not just a magnet, because you’ll create a piece during the session

Skip it or go carefully if:

• you’re sensitive to group distractions or expect a very quiet environment
• you’re only interested in the “finished look” and not in practicing technique first

With a 5.0 rating and 100% recommendation signal, the odds are strong that you’ll leave feeling like you learned something real, even if your first attempt needs tweaks.

FAQ

What is the workshop duration?

The workshop lasts about 2 hours.

Where does the Fun Graffiti Workshop start?

It starts at Ocio Gallery, Cra. 5 #26b – 26, Bogotá, Colombia, and it ends back at the meeting point.

What is included in the price?

Spray cans, graphic markers, nozzles, thick paper, and wall space are included, plus a visit to a cultural house with unique murals and pictures of the experience.

What is not included?

Transportation, food, and tips are not included.

How big is the group?

The workshop has a maximum of 10 travelers.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience’s start time. Cancellation less than 24 hours before the start time is not refunded.