Mexico City: Handcrafted Drum Workshop in the Forest
State of Mexico, Mexico
Activity
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Feel the pulse of the forest as you create your drum from scratch. Personalize its skin and fabric in a profound artisanal experience near CDMX. It's not just a workshop; it's a return to your roots.
Highlights
- Feel the pulse of the forest in the handmade drum that your hands will create
- Add color to your rhythm: personalize your leather drum in a unique experience
- Awaken your creative spirit by making your own drum in the middle of the forest
- Bring your own shamanic drum to life near CDMX and connect with your creative power
- Create your drum from 100% natural wood and leather, and take home a piece of tradition
Description
The Art of Creating with Your Hands This experience is designed to get you involved in every heartbeat of the process, transforming 100% natural materials into your personal instrument of power. In an exclusive group of a maximum of , we will experience the magic of craftsmanship and the power of creation: The Frame as a Canvas: We'll start by working on a 40-cm wooden frame. You'll be in charge of smoothing it by sanding it, and to make it 100% yours, you can paint the frame with the design or color that your intuition dictates. Finally, we will apply lacquer to protect the wood and ensure its durability. Leather and its Alchemy: While the 100% natural cowhide is hydrated, you will enter the most profound personalization process. You'll be able to dye the leather with unique colors, choosing shades that resonate with your essence. The Weaving of Intention: Once the leather is prepared, we'll use riveting tools to create the joining points and begin the hand weaving. You will learn the tensioning technique, interlacing threads of the colors of your choice and creating purpose in each knot. Until the drum makes its first sound. No previous experience: You just need to bring your curiosity and desire to create.Includes
Drum-making workshop: access to the full experience, lasting approximately 5 hours and led by professionals. 40-cm 100% natural wooden frame: handcrafted circular base ready to be sanded and personalized. 100% natural cowhide: high-quality material, pre-selected and soaked for a deep sound. Use of professional tools: riveting machines, sandpaper and specialized equipment for cutting and perforating the skin. Customization materials: Paints for the frame, dyes for the skin, and a variety of colored threads. Handcrafted drumstick: Percussion instrument included so you can play your drum at the end. Protective finish: Special lacquer to seal and protect the wood and the design of your drum. Cultural connection: Mystical introduction to the Otomi roots and the symbolism of the instrument. Your finished drum: You take home your own 40 cm piece of art, ready to play. Includes coffee or tea.Excludes
Food and drink: Available for purchase on site. When you finish your drum, the journey doesn't have to end. We invite you to enjoy an authentically homemade meal, lovingly prepared by the local community. It's authentic, rich, and traditional cuisine, perfect for sharing the joy of your creation at a table surrounded by forest. (Available for an additional cost directly on site). If you want to deepen your reconnection process, we have the option of a traditional Temazcal ceremony. Imagine cleansing your energy in the womb of the earth after giving life to your drum. It's the perfect complement to seal your intention and return home with a renewed spirit. (Ask about availability and additional cost when booking.)Important Information
- Personal Preparation: Jilotzingo is a forest. Wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting a little dirty (we'll be sanding and painting), closed shoes, and a jacket or sweater, as the weather can get chilly. Accessibility: If you have any special mobility needs or would prefer us to hold the workshop on the ground floor to avoid stairs, please confirm by replying to this message.
