Arrive Monday, February 15, 2027
Workshop Begins Tuesday, February 16
Depart Sunday, February 21, 2027
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Space is available in the second workshop
Sketch Oaxaca with Felix Scheinberger
Join internationally acclaimed illustrator, author, and Berlin-based art professor Felix Scheinberger for a rare sketching workshop in Oaxaca City, Mexico.
This five-day workshop is designed for artists who want to draw on location, loosen up, see more deeply, and build a sketchbook filled with energy and visual stories. Oaxaca is the perfect setting for Felix’s expressive approach to sketching. The city's bold architecture, street life, and markets provide an excellent canvas for storytelling.
Together we'll explore Oaxaca through drawing, from the historic Centro to ancient sites and local markets. Expect lively streets, strong visuals, rich food culture, and a small group experience grounded in the history, culture, and visual energy of the city.
Felix will lead the workshop through his signature approach to expressive illustration, using sketchbooks as tools for observation, experimentation, and storytelling. Meagan Burns will facilitate the daily flow of the workshop, local logistics, and on-the-ground support throughout the week.
This is an opportunity to experience the color and culture of Oaxaca, while learning on location with Felix Scheinberger.
What You'll Learn with Felix
sketch with more freedom, energy, and emotional presence
loosen perfectionism and develop a more personal drawing voice
tell visual stories through architecture, people, atmosphere, and motion
work with line, color, and visual interpretation instead of over-controlling the page
use your sketchbook as a daily creative companion rather than a place to perform
Felix’s work is known for its intelligence, spontaneity, humor, and humanity. The goal is not perfect drawings. The goal is learning how to see, respond, edit, exaggerate, and bring a place to life on the page.
Who Should Attend
This workshop is for artists, illustrators, urban sketchers, and adventurous drawers who want to work on location and deepen their visual language.
You do not need to draw like Felix in order to benefit from this experience. You do need to be open, curious, and ready to sketch every day.
This workshop is a strong fit for people who:
want to loosen up and draw more expressively
are interested in sketchbooks, illustration, and visual storytelling
enjoy cultural travel and learning through immersion
are comfortable working on location in active urban environments
are physically able to walk and navigate an urban environment
Workshop Highlights Include
an open sketch event with Felix in Oaxaca
a welcome dinner with traditional local food
daily workshop time with Felix while sketching Oaxaca
a historical talk with a local guide while drawing on location
a sketch walk through Jalatlaco
an excursion to a traditional Zapotec market with a picnic from the mercado
a day at Monte Albán Archaeological Site, one of the most extraordinary archaeological sites in Mexico
time sketching street celebrations, parades, mojigangas, and feather dancers
a final sketchbook review and farewell dinner
Oaxaca is one of the most visually powerful cities in Mexico, and this workshop is designed to experience its most compelling highlights.
Workshop Agenda
Monday, February 15, 2027
Arrive in Oaxaca City and get settled into the hotel. Early arrival is welcome.
Rest, relax, enjoy.
Tuesday, February 16, 2027
Open sketch event with Felix in Oaxaca
Welcome dinner featuring local Oaxaqueño cuisine (included)
Wednesday, February 17, 2027
Meet after breakfast at the hotel
Historical talk with local guide while drawing on location (included)
Sketch walk through Jalatlaco
Thursday, February 18, 2027
Private van to Monte Albán Archaeological Site
Sketching on location (admission included)
Oaxacan buffet lunch (included)
Return to hotel
Friday, February 19, 2027
Private van to traditional Zapotec market
Day of sketching, cultural immersion, and visual exploration
Lunch during excursion (included)
Return to hotel
Saturday, February 20, 2027
Meet after breakfast at the hotel
Sketching near Santo Domingo during parades, mojigangas, feather dancers, and street celebrations
Final sketchbook review
Adiós Dinner (included)
Sunday, February 21, 2027
Optional group breakfast at Boulenc
Departures
Felix Scheinberger Sketch Oaxaca Workshop: $2,100 USD
Monday, February 15 - Sunday, February 21, 2027
includes workshop, activities, outings + some meals
Add Oaxaca Hotel Accommodations
Add Travel to Oaxaca City (OAX)
Workshop Fee: $2,100 USD
Accommodations and travel are not included.
To reserve your seat, a $100 deposit is required now. This deposit is fully refundable through July 1, 2026. After July 1, 2026, the seat deposit becomes non-refundable.
A second payment of $1,000 USD is due on September 1, 2026.
The final balance of $1,000 USD is due on December 1, 2026.
**See below for cancellation policy
Register:
Felix Scheinberger Sketch Oaxaca Workshop
February 2027
Pay $100 Deposit to Hold Your Space Now:
Transportation
Oaxaca City (OAX) is normally reached after a connection via Mexico City, a major hub and easily accessible from almost every corner of the world. Upon your arrival at the OAX airport, there is a verified Colectivo stand where you purchase your shared van ride with a verified taxi driver. Our hotel is located less than 30 minutes from the airport, depending on traffic. You can choose a shared ride for approximately $105 pesos, or a private taxi for approximately $400 pesos, paid directly to the Colectivo stand. Both options are safe and economical ways to travel to the hotel. Side note: if several planes arrive at approximately the same time, only shared colectivos are available, unless you pre-arrange a private driver with me beforehand.
If you prefer, we can arrange a private driver to pick you up at the airport and deliver you directly to the hotel for approximately $900 pesos.
Don't forget travel insurance!
Hotel Information
Our home base for the workshop is Hotel Casa de los Frailes, a charming and secure hotel in the heart of Oaxaca Centro, located directly across from the Templo de Santo Domingo.
We have a block of rooms reserved for workshop participants, with rates ranging around $110 per night, on average, including breakfast. Participants who choose to stay at Casa de los Frailes will pay the hotel directly after selecting a room based on availability.
You are also welcome to arrange your own lodging. There are many nearby hotel options, and some guests may prefer a different room style or setup. If you choose to stay elsewhere, we ask that you stay close to Santo Domingo for ease, safety, and smooth access to the workshop, as our days begin early and often run late.
About Felix Scheinberger
Felix is an internationally acclaimed illustrator, author, and professor based in Berlin. Known for his expressive line, inventive compositions, and fearless use of color, Felix has inspired artists around the world through his books, workshops, and teaching.
His approach to sketching is lively, intelligent, and deeply personal. He encourages artists to let go of perfectionism, trust what they notice, and use drawing as a way to interpret the world rather than simply copy it.
This Oaxaca workshop offers a rare opportunity to learn from Felix in an intimate, immersive setting.
About Meagan Burns
Meagan is an artist, workshop producer, and founder of Art Leap Adventures. She has led immersive sketch workshops in Mexico, the United States, and Europe, and is known for creating meaningful, well-organized experiences that combine drawing, culture, and place.
In this workshop, Meagan will handle the daily logistics, group support, and overall flow so participants can stay focused on the creative experience.
Cancelation Policy
All cancellations must be made in writing and are effective upon receipt.
A $100 deposit is required to reserve your seat in the workshop. This deposit is fully refundable through July 1, 2026. After July 1, 2026, the seat deposit becomes non-refundable.
A payment of $1,000 USD is due on September 1, 2026. The final balance of $1,000 USD is due on December 1, 2026.
Because this is a small international workshop, payments made after July 1, 2026 are not refundable unless your place is filled by another paying participant. If a waiting list exists, we will do our best to connect you with the next interested person, but a replacement cannot be guaranteed.
Participant expenses incurred outside the workshop fee, including airfare, accommodations, and other travel costs, are not the responsibility of Art Leap Adventures.
Travel insurance with strong medical coverage is required, and Cancel for Any Reason coverage is highly recommended.
Final Invitation
Oaxaca is one of the great drawing cities of Mexico. It is visually rich, culturally deep, and full of movement, contrast, and story. If you want to study with Felix Scheinberger in a setting that invites bold observation and real on-location work, this workshop is for you.
Come draw Oaxaca with us.
Oaxaca Weather
Oaxaca enjoys almost year-round ideal weather, although it does have a rainy season which begins around late June, so no worries in February. Dressing in layers is your best bet, as evening may be slightly chilly, but days will warm up.
Felix's Art Supply List
1 small watercolor set with approximately 8-12 pans (e.g Schmincke Horadam)
1 watercolor brush size 8 (e.g., DaVinci Watercolor Pocket Brush)
A plastic water brush (with reservoir) of medium size
Fineliner in black or brown (e.g., Staedtler fineliner waterproof black or sepia - fine)
1 pencil 3B
Colored pencils as desired
1 water container
Sketchbook A5, portrait format, no ring binding (e.g., Nostalgie paper, or watercolor Hahnemühle)
A painting stool or a piece of insulating mat to sit on
Sunscreen, drinking water, appropriate clothing
What Sets Our Experiences Apart
Best Location, in the Heart of the City
Well positioned to experience the best of a magical location. It’s not top line luxury, but comfort, safety, location and adventure.
Expert Instruction and Facilitation
Learn new skills as we create artful experiences from experienced and trusted instructors
Highly Spirited Collaborative Energy
We create a smooth and well-planned agenda so you experience the best of a location