Tapestry Weaving Workshop
10-Day Workshop with Master Weaver Maximo Laura
Lima – Peru
2024 Cusco: October 17 – 26, 2024 (FULL)
2025 Lima: July 8 – 17, 2025
2025 Cusco: Sept. 26 – Oct. 5, 2025
Come share with us a 10-day tapestry weaving workshop designed and taught by Maximo Laura for weavers of all levels of experience.
You will learn, hands-on, the process and techniques used by Maximo Laura in a unique learning environment, taught by the master himself.
CUSCO WORKSHOP
CUSCO WORKSHOP
Plan #1: US$ 1,800 (workshop)
Plan #2: US$ 2,400 (workshop + accommodation)
Plan #3: US$ 4,080 (workshop + accommodation + tour)
LIMA WORKSHOP
LIMA WORKSHOP
Plan #1: US$ 1,700 (workshop)
Plan #2: US$ 2,200 (workshop + accommodation)
DETAILS BELOW
MORE INFORMATION BELOW:
LIMA – PERU
ABOUT MAXIMO LAURA
Maestro Maximo Laura is an internationally renowed textile artist known for his tapestry techniques and use of color.
He combines ancient traditions from the Andes with contemporary tapestry weaving, as well as his own textured techniques, to create tapestries that are vibrant in color and in textures.
He has been designated as one of Peru’s “Living Human Treasures”. This important award is given, following UNESCO guidelines, to an artist whose role is to preserve and elevate the culture of their homeland.
Throughout his 35+ years as a tapestry weaver, he has exhibited his work in more than 29 countries, winning many awards in an international and national level.
WILD FIBERS MAGAZINE
Obsessive…Feverish…Intense…Maximo Laura’s distinctive style provides a bold interpretation of Andean Art
HAND/EYE MAGAZINE
Maximo’s work represents a masterful continuity in Peru’s textile traditions. His work is a woven symbiosis of Ancient Andean Textiles, international influences, and something deeply personal. It’s art.
FIBER ARTS MAGAZINE
Complex tapestries intertwine Peruvian tradition and contemporary aesthetic.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
This workshop is designed to adapt to the experience of each participant, as you will have the personal hand of Maximo Laura assisting the group during the workshop, along with three Master Weavers, Jim Laura, Richar Laura and Paola Laura.
It is open for beginners, intermediate and advanced weavers. Although it is not a requirement, we recommend participants to have basic previous experience on a loom, to be able to take more advantage of this workshop.
Maestro Laura and the Master Weavers will be with you throughout all of the workshop.
On the last day of the workshop, we will organize a special exhibition with all the completed pieces, sharing the last day with Maestro Laura and receiving your certificate for completion of the workshop. You will be able to take your piece with you at no additional cost!
During this workshop you will learn:
- Design: The process used by Maestro Laura to design his works, as well the considerations and challenges while designing and making cartoons in tapestry
- Technology: The technology involved in the design part of the process
- Color: How to prepare the colors and the technique to obtain optical effects and blend colors in materials
- Texture: How to use different techniques simultaneously on the weave
During this workshop you will learn 8 fundamental techniques, that with its variations, add up to 12 different techniques:
LEARN TO CREATE WITH FIBERS AND COLORS
WHERE
The workshop will take place in Lima – Peru.
Specifically, it will take place at the Girasoles Hotel, in the beautiful Miraflores district in Lima – Peru.
Known as one of Lima’s most modern districts, Miraflores is characterized by a vivid cultural scene with many theaters, cinemas, cultural centers, restaurants and cafes. It’s also next to Barranco, Lima’s bohemian district, known for its traditional streets, art galleries and cafes.
Maximo Laura’s home/studio is also located in Lima, so to make this workshop even more special, we will have an entire morning to explore the studio guided by Maximo himself.
HOTEL & SURROUNDINGS
The workshop will take place in the conference room of the Girasoles Hotel, in the district of Miraflores, Lima – Peru.
WORKSHOP ITINERARY
Day 1 (July 8, 2025): Arriving to Lima
We will pick you up from the Lima airport and take you to your accommodation
Day 2 (July 9, 2025): Full Day of Workshop (lunch included)
Day 3 (July 10, 2025): Full Day of Workshop (lunch included)
Day 4 (July 11, 2025): Full Day of Workshop (lunch included)
Day 5 (July 12, 2025): Full Day of Workshop (lunch included)
Day 6 (July 13, 2025): Tour in Lima
On this day we’ll take a break from weaving to have a private tour of the Amano Museum, Lima’s only pre-Columbian textile museum, as well as a tour of Maximo’s home/studio.
Day 7 (July 14 – 2025): Full Day of Workshop (lunch included)
Day 8 July 15 – 2025): Full Day of Workshop (lunch included)
Day 9 (July 16 – 2025): Full Day of Workshop (lunch included)
Finishing and cleaning process of your piece. Exibition of final works at the end of the day.
Day 10 (July 17 – 2025): Departure.
We will take you from your accommodation in Lima to the airport for your departure.
WORKSHOP DAY SCHEDULE
7:30 am – 8:30 am: Breakfast
8:30 am – 10:30 am: Workshop
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Coffee Break
11:00 am – 12:00 am: Workshop
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm: Lunch
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm: Workshop
3:30 pm – 4:00 pm: Coffee Break
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Workshop
EXTENSION TOUR TO CUSCO:
If you’re interested in joining an extension tour to Cusco after the workshop, please let us know, we need at least 8 students interested to make it happen!
PRICE
We have created 2 different plans, designed to be flexible to the desires of each participant, please find the details of each plan below.
The payments can be made online, with a debit or credit card, through a payment link that we provide, or it can be made through a bank wire transfer.
The payments are divided in three parts:
– An initial deposit of US$ 600 to reserve your spot, an interim payment and a final payment.
TAPESTRY WORKSHOP
Plan #1: US$ 1,700
(Tapestry Workshop)
This plan is design for those who would like to choose where to stay. There are people that have been to Lima before and have their favorite spots, or others who would like to choose their hotel, so in this plan, each participant can coordinate their accommodation and walk to the workshop space in the morning.
To maximize learning and weaving time, the workshop also includes 7 lunches at the restaurant inside the Girasoles Hotel.
THIS PLAN INCLUDES
- Transportation to and from the Lima airport upon arrival and departure
- Tour of Lima’s Textile Museum and Maximo’s home/studio
- A total of 42 hours of weaving time
- 7 lunches at the hotel
- The use of a personal vertical loom and cartoon during the workshops
- The yarn required to weave your piece
- The final tapestry woven during the workshop
- Coffee and Tea breaks twice a day
DOES NOT INCLUDE
- International flight
- Accommodation for the time of the workshop
- Personal transportation during your time in Peru
- Meals or snacks not specified in the itinerary
- Additional Insurance of any kind
WORKSHOP + ACCOMMODATION
Plan #2: US$ 2,200
This plan includes the workshop and your accommodation for 9 nights at the Girasoles Hotel in Lima, where the workshop will take place (shared accommodation). Your accommodation also includes 9 buffett breakfasts.
This is a great option for those who would like to stay at the same hotel where the workshop will take place.
THIS PLAN INCLUDES
- Transportation to and from the Lima airport upon arrival and departure
- 9 Nights at the Girasoles Hotel (shared accommodation)
- 9 buffet breakfasts during your stay
- 7 lunches at the hotel
- Tour of Lima’s Textile Museum and Maximo’s home/studio
- A total of 42 hours of weaving time
- The use of a personal vertical loom and cartoon during the workshops
- The yarn required to weave your piece
- The final tapestry woven during the workshop
- Coffee and Tea breaks twice a day
DOES NOT INCLUDE
- International flight
- Personal transportation during your time in Peru
- Meals or snacks not specified in the itinerary
- Additional Insurance of any kind
JOIN THIS WORKSHOP!
Complete the form below to sign-up for this workshop, we’ll get in touch via email for the following steps.
If you have any questions, please feel free to complete the form and fill in your questions, we will be happy to assist you. You can also email us directly at info@maximolaura.com
We look forward to meeting you in Lima!