This masterclass is backed by both deep knowledge and a proven track record.

The entire curriculum was created by Gi, a recognized expert in the field of natural incense creation who has personally mentored many practitioners. Furthermore, the Paint and Sip Bali Art Workshops Studio has hosted over 200 workshops and guided students in creating over 7,000 hand-rolled incense sticks. When you book with us, you are learning from a trusted, high-volume studio with genuine expertise.

🏆 Full Immersion, Real Confidence: This is more than a simple assembly task; it's a full cultural and skill immersion. We are so confident you'll master this ancient craft that we include a complete take-home DIY kit and instructions with your enrollment!

Deep Cultural & Historical Insight: We offer a specialized blend of global history and local insight, teaching you exactly how this sacred craft changed Balinese Hindu culture and became a daily necessity. Go beyond the surface-level facts!

The Authentic "From Scratch" Method: This is a genuine artisanal skill workshop. You use traditional techniques to authentically mix, knead, and hand-roll your sticks and cones from raw, organic powders. It's the real craft, not a simple pre-mixed project.

🔥 Premium Ingredients & Guaranteed Burn Time: We only use the finest all-natural powders and organic essential oils. Our expert formulation ensures your finished sticks will burn for well over 1 hour EACH, guaranteeing maximum aroma and value.

A Relaxed, Inspiring Setting: Enjoy a fun, hands-on session right here in the inspiring atmosphere of the Paint and Sip Bali Art Workshops Studio—making it the perfect creative escape in Ubud.

📜 Learn the Global History of Incense: Start your sensory journey by exploring the rich, global origins of incense. You'll gain a deep understanding of this ancient craft and its importance across various cultures before you even mix your first batch.

🇮🇩 Learn how Incense Shaped Balinese Hindu Culture: Go beyond the scent! Discover the profound spiritual and cultural significance of incense here in Bali. You'll understand why it's a daily necessity, an act of gratitude, and a cornerstone of Balinese Hindu tradition.

✨ Learn about the ingredients and take some home for free! Get hands-on with our natural and organic powders. We'll teach you what each ingredient does, and you'll leave with your own small starter pack of powders to continue your practice at home.

📏 Learn the Formula for Incense Making: This is the key to quality. We demystify the art and science behind high-quality, long-lasting incense.

🌿 Custom Blend Your Aromatic Powders: An experience crafted by you, for you. While essential oils provide the top notes, your choice of base powders provides the depth and soul of your incense. You get to select from a curated library of authentic, natural aromatic powders—from the grounding scent of Sandalwood to exotic spices and floral notes. This step allows you to custom-blend your aromatic foundation before mixing, ensuring the final product is a truly bespoke scent that reflects your personal intention or memory of Bali.

🌸 Add Essential Oils to Customize the Scent: This is where the magic happens! Choose from a selection of organic Balinese essential oils to infuse your creation. Blend your perfect signature scent, turning your incense into a personalized aromatherapy experience.

🙌 Hand-Roll Your Own Incense Sticks: Master this ancient craft. It's time to get your hands dirty! You'll learn the authentic, satisfying technique of mixing, kneading, and hand-rolling your own fragrant incense sticks using traditional methods.

錐 Craft Incense Cones: Want more variety? After mastering the stick, you can learn the simple technique to shape your remaining mixture into incense cones, perfect for shorter, intense burns.

🎨 Paint a Beautiful Ceramic Incense Burner (optional) Complete your set! You have the option to add on a fun, creative session to paint your own ceramic incense burner, making the perfect, personalized complement for your handmade incense sticks.

Here is what you will take home after participating in our workshop:

🎁 Take-home DIY Incense Kit: Make more at home! Don't let the fun stop! We include a small starter pack of the core organic powders used in the workshop, so you can continue practicing your new craft and whipping up your custom blends whenever you feel inspired.

🎍 Your Hand-made Incense Sticks (1+ hour burn time each): The main event! You get to take home all the custom-blended, hand-rolled incense sticks and cones you create during the workshop, each designed by you for a wonderfully long, soothing burn time.

📜 DIY Incense Instructions Card: Forget trying to remember all the steps! We give you a simple, concise instruction card outlining the mixing ratios and methods, ensuring you can easily recreate your perfect incense any time, anywhere.

⚱️ Customized Ceramic Incense Burner: (If they choose the add-on) If you choose the optional painting session, you will leave with your beautiful, custom-painted ceramic burner—the perfect personalized home for your hand-rolled creations!