Things to do in Lima · Barranco

Painting classes in Barranco, Lima — small-group art workshops

Want a creative plan in Lima? Spend an afternoon painting in an artist’s studio in Barranco, the city’s bohemian district. Luis Salcedo Nieto teaches small groups, beginners included, and you leave with your own artwork.

Book a painting class on WhatsApp

Choose your workshop

Comparison of painting workshops in Barranco
WorkshopDurationLevelPrice
Watercolor & color1 session · 3 hoursBeginnersS/ 180
Portrait & identity4 sessions · 3 hours eachAll levelsS/ 520
Detail of CUÁNTICA, painting by Luis Salcedo Nieto

Watercolor & color

Start from zero: mixing, layering and light. Perfect for travelers who want a relaxed, hands-on afternoon in Barranco.

Book the watercolor workshop
Detail of Ruff, portrait painting by Luis Salcedo Nieto

Portrait & identity

Four sessions from sketch to finished portrait, using the pastel-and-neon technique of Luis’s paintings.

Book the portrait course

A Barranco art route for your day in Lima

  1. Puente de los Suspiros — the wooden Bridge of Sighs, Barranco’s most famous landmark.
  2. Bajada de Baños — a leafy walk down to the Pacific.
  3. MAC Lima and Museo Pedro de Osma — contemporary and colonial art, a short walk apart.
  4. Your painting class in Luis’s studio — paint what you just saw.
  5. Aura & Identity exhibition at Beik Café, until November 23.

Want a souvenir that isn’t mass-produced? Take home the hand-drawn Barranco postcards.

Painting class FAQ

Do I need painting experience?

No. The watercolor workshop is designed for complete beginners; Luis guides each step and adapts to your level.

What is included in the class?

All materials — paper, paints and brushes — plus the piece you paint, which you take home with you.

Where are the classes?

In Luis’s studio in Barranco, Lima. You receive the exact address when you book.

How do I book a painting class in Lima?

Send a WhatsApp message with your preferred date and the number of people, and Luis confirms your spot.