Graffiti workshops for schools in Bergen
Are you looking to inspire your students with a creative experience they'll never forget? Our graffiti workshops for schools in Bergen offer an energetic blend of urban culture, teamwork, and artistic expression. We move beyond the traditional classroom setting, giving pupils the chance to pick up a spray can and make their mark on a large-scale canvas. Whether you are looking to brighten up a school week, celebrate an end-of-term event, or explore street art as part of the curriculum, our professional artists are here to guide your students through every step. From the historic streets of Bryggen to the modern vibes of the city centre, Bergen has a rich creative soul that we tap into, ensuring your group walks away with more than just paint on their hands—they'll leave with a new sense of confidence and creativity.
Why choose us in Bergen?
Choosing a graffiti workshop for your school is about more than just painting; it's about engagement and modern education. Here is why schools in Bergen love working with us:
- Boosts Confidence: Students who might struggle with traditional fine arts often thrive in the bold, forgiving medium of graffiti.
- Team Building: Many of our projects involve creating a large communal mural, requiring communication and cooperation.
- Professional Guidance: Learn from real artists who live and breathe street art culture in Norway.
- Zero Risk Booking: With our "pay after the workshop" policy and backup artists on standby, your event is guaranteed to happen.
- Curriculum Integration: We can tailor the content to cover topics like social commentary, graphic design, or local Bergen history.
- Full Equipment Provided: We handle all the logistics, from high-quality paints to the necessary safety gear.
How it works
- Introduction & Safety: We start with a briefing on how to use the equipment safely and a brief history of street art culture.
- Concept Sketching: Students brainstorm ideas and create rough sketches of their designs on paper before touching a can.
- Technique Demo: Our pro artists show the class how to hold the can, control the pressure, and create different line widths.
- Outline Creation: Participants start on the 'wall' (or board) by sketching their main shapes using light-coloured paint.
- Filling In: This is the fun part! Students learn how to fill large areas of colour smoothly and efficiently.
- Details & Outlining: We teach the trick of 'cutting' lines to make the artwork look sharp and professional.
- Adding Highlights: A few white 'shines' or drop shadows are added to make the pieces pop off the surface.
- Group Review: We finish by admiring the collective work, taking group photos, and discussing what everyone learned.
Practical details
- Duration: Usually 1.5 to 3 hours, but we can customise this to fit your school timetable.
- Group Sizes: We cater to everything from small art clubs (10+) to entire year groups (100+).
- What's Included: All spray cans, caps, respiratory masks, gloves, overalls, and professional canvases/boards.
- Safety: High-grade PPE provided for all; sessions are lead by vetted, professional street artists.
- Flexibility: We can work at your school premises or at a legal graffiti spot in Bergen.
Pricing
Our school workshops are priced to be accessible for educational budgets. Prices generally range from kr300 to kr650 per student, depending on the number of participants, the duration of the session, and the materials required for your specific project.
We believe in transparency and ease of booking. Because every school project is unique—from a one-hour taster to a week-long mural project—we provide tailored quotes to ensure you get the best value. Remember, no payment is required until after the workshop is complete!
Ready to transform your students' perspective? Request a custom quote today and let's bring some colour to your school!
Frequently asked questions
Is the graffiti workshop safe for school students?
Absolutely! At Graffitifun, we prioritise student safety above all else. We provide high-quality respiratory masks, gloves, and protective overalls for every participant. Our professional artists are experienced in leading school groups and ensure that the workshop takes place in a well-ventilated outdoor environment or a specifically designated legal graffiti zone in Bergen. We use professional-grade materials that are safe when used under our expert guidance.
How long does a typical workshop session last?
Our school workshops in Bergen generally last between 1.5 to 3 hours. This timeframe allows enough time for an introductory talk about street art history, a demonstration of techniques, and plenty of hands-on spraying time. If you have a specific school timetable to stick to, we can easily adjust the duration of the session to fit your morning or afternoon slots perfectly.
What is the minimum and maximum group size?
We are highly flexible! We can host small art classes of 10 students or much larger groups of over 100 participants. For larger year groups, we often divide the students into smaller teams to ensure everyone gets enough individual attention and time with the spray cans. We also have backup artists available in Bergen to ensure large-scale events run smoothly without any hitches.
What should the students wear on the day?
Students should wear comfortable clothing that they don't mind getting a bit of paint on. While we provide protective overalls, spray paint has a way of finding its way onto shoes or sleeves! We recommend old trainers and casual wear. Since Bergen is known for its unpredictable weather, we also suggest bringing a warm layer if we are working at an outdoor legal wall.
Do students need any previous art experience?
No prior artistic skill is needed at all! Our workshops are designed to be inclusive and fun for everyone, regardless of their drawing ability. We teach the basic 'can control' techniques that allow anyone to create something impressive. It's more about teamwork, creativity, and trying a new medium than it is about being a 'perfect' artist from the start.
How does the payment process work for schools?
One of the best things about Graffitifun is our 'painless' booking process. You don't need to pay anything upfront when you book your Bergen school workshop. We believe in the quality of our service, so you only pay after the workshop has been successfully completed. This makes the administrative process for schools and educational departments much simpler and risk-free.
Can the workshop take place on our school grounds?
We can certainly come to your school premises if you have a suitable outdoor space and permission for us to set up mobile plastic film walls or wooden boards. Alternatively, we can arrange to meet at one of Bergen's vibrant legal graffiti locations. This gives students the authentic experience of painting in a real street art environment while keeping everything completely legal and respectful of the city.
Ready to Create Your Masterpiece?
Book your graffiti workshop today and discover the artist within! It's going to be AWESOME!