May 2025 Workshop

May 3- 31st

We are excited to start a new program for new and experienced sculptors for the month of May 2025!  Come as long as you wish and can afford. Depending on availability, single rooms are not guaranteed.

Cost: All prices in USD

Instruction Workshop:

One week- double occupancy $1100. Single occupancy $1600

Two weeks- double occupancy $1200. Single occupancy $1700

Three weeks-double occupancy $1300. Single occupancy $1800

Four weeks-double occupancy $1400. Single occupancy $1900

Non Instruction Workshop:

One week- double occupancy $750. Single occupancy $ 1250

Two weeks- double occupancy $850. Single occupancy $1350

Three weeks-double occupancy $950. Single occupancy $1450

Four weeks-double occupancy $1050. Single occupancy $1550

About US:

Looking out over the blue waters of Puerto Vallarta is an arts destination designed to inspire and enable your creativity.

Join us for an incredible Stone Carving Adventure in Puerto Vallarta, MX, taught by renowned Master Sculptor Manuel Palos Manuel Palos is an accomplished master stone carver and architectural sculptor with more than 40 years of experience. His work can be found internationally from private commissions to major public placements including several projects for the City and County of San Francisco.

The workshop offers a complete live-work experience in the heart of Puerto Vallarta. Palos Studio is a fully equipped sculpture and visual arts studio attached to the warm and inviting Casa Alexandra, a charming and comfortable guest home complete with 7 bedrooms and a swimming pool.

 Workshop Includes:

·      Individual and group instruction.

·     Technical support and assistance from skilled professionals.

·       Lodging in comfortable guest rooms decorated in traditional Mexican decor.

·      All rooms have ceiling fans, a private bath, and housekeeping every other day.

·      Single or double occupancy

·      Breakfast and lunch on workshop days. Vegetarian upon request. Water is included with your stay.

·      Airport transportation to casa upon your arrival.

·      Welcome Dinner.

Features and Benefits:

·      Ample studio space with natural and enhanced lighting.

·      Full access to materials and equipment including pneumatic and electric tools.

·      Imported and domestic stone is available for purchase on-site.

·      Close to the boardwalk and beach. Conveniently located in downtown Puerto Vallarta.

·      Rooftop patio with breathtaking views of Banderas Bay.

·      Assistance with planning additional activities such as onsite massage appointments and outdoor recreational activities.

Cost/How to Enroll

·      Please let us know which weeks you want to come and send us a $500 non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot.

Payments:

·       Check to Manuel Palos, 1330 Donner Avenue SF Ca 94124

·       Venmo (free bank-to-bank transfers) www.venmo.com Manuel-Palos

·       Paypal (2.9% fee) www.paypal.com