Ceramic Tile Mural Underglaze Painting Workshop

Paint ceramic tiles for a collaborative mural with underglazes in New York City!


The 92nd Street Y, New York
The 92nd Street Y, New York
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5.5 hours Location Upper East Side Class size 1 to 3 guests   $220
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Leave your mark in clay, one painted tile at a time! In this one-day workshop with artist Verdiana Patacchini, you'll use ceramic underglazes to paint premade tiles that come together as a beautifully glazed collaborative mural. It's a fresh twist on ceramic painting that celebrates teamwork as much as creativity.
The day begins with a brief presentation exploring the history of tile artistry and decorative traditions. Then you'll work together on a large-scale mural, using a pre-prepared drawing divided into tile-like squares. Design your own tile, or translate a portion of the composition with carbon paper before you pick up a brush. Along the way, underglaze painting becomes second nature as you get to know smooth bisque tiles and the fluid, layered application of color with brushes and simple tools.
Open to students of all levels, this session at the 92nd Street Y stands out among art classes in NYC for its collaborative spirit. If you've been browsing ceramic classes in NYC, it's a lovely low-pressure way to dip into clay. Fans of pottery painting will feel right at home, too. By the end, your tiles join together as a cohesive mural that's glazed and fired after the session, making this one of the most memorable things to do in NYC!
Important info:
All supplies and firing fees are included in tuition. Participants who wish to mount their tiles onto a panel will receive guidance and assistance from the instructor. Students are responsible for purchasing and bringing their own panel. A plywood board cut to the dimensions of the tile composition is recommended, with the dimensions to be agreed upon with the instructor in advance.

Upcoming dates for Ceramic Tile Mural Underglaze Painting Workshop

Times are New York time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 6:50pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 13 Dec 2026 and 13 Dec 2026.

  • Sun, Dec 13 2026, 11am-4:30pm
What you'll get
  • Your painted tiles, glazed and fired as part of a collaborative mural!
  • Fundamentals of painting tiles with ceramic underglazes
  • A look at the history and traditions of decorative tile art
  • Guidance from artist Verdiana Patacchini
Knowledge required
All skill levels are welcome!
What to bring
  • A plywood panel to mount your tiles (optional, size agreed with the instructor)
  • Your creativity
  • A love of color and pattern!
Location

The 92nd Street Y, New York 1395 Lexington Avenue (between 91st & 92nd Streets) New York, NY 10128

This venue is within walking distance of 96 St and 86 St stations

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Verdiana Patacchini

Verdiana Patacchini


Verdiana Patacchini is an Italian visual artist specializing in painting and ceramic sculpture. Originally from the Tuscia region, she is now based in New York City as a naturalized American.

She holds a BA in Painting and a MFA in the Enhancement and Conservation of Contemporary Art Heritage, both from the Academy of Fine Art Via Ripetta of Rome. She also taught Painting as an Assistant Professor and taught Fresco Techniques at the Academy of Fine Art, ABAV, in Viterbo, Italy.
Verdiana’s work has been exhibited globally in galleries and institutions, including the Consulate General of Italy in New York, the Katzen Arts Center at American University in Washington, D.C., Salon Beau Regard in Yverdon Les Bains, Switzerland, the Emmeotto Gallery in Rome, the Central Park Tower in New York, and Future Fair in New York.
Her artistic contribution has been acknowledged by The Wall Street Journal, which reviewed Verdiana’s work as one of the highlights of her work at the Future Fair 2023, presented by Superzoom Gallery in New York. Additionally, she is among the winners of the Tri-State Art Prize 2023, organized by the Italian Consulate and the Italian Cultural Institute of New York.




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The 92nd Street Y, New York
The 92nd Street Y, New York

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For more than 150 years, The 92nd Street Y, New York has brought people together through exceptional programs in the arts, culture, education, wellness, and Jewish life.
Every day, 92NY creates innovative, high-quality experiences that enrich lives and strengthen community -- on its NYC campus and online around the world. As a uniquely Jewish cultural and community center, it welcomes people of all backgrounds, offering a warm home for learning, creativity, and connection. Everything it does is rooted in its core Jewish values.

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