Top Florence Art & Culture Classes - page 2

This Introduction to Oil Painting workshop is all you need to get started on your artistic journey. You will learn how to paint and also how to appreciate the art you see in a new way. Girl with a Pearl Earring is Vermeer’s most famous painting. Johannes Vermeer was the master of light. We have chosen Vermeer's classic painting of The Girl with the Pearl Earring because it is familiar to many and because it has great examples of all of the principles we teach in this intro class including -a variety of colours - Chiaroscuro (the Italian term for extreme light and dark contrast) -a full range of flesh tones ... we teach an easy method for mixing skin tones! -a variety of edges including hard, soft and lost edges and we will teach you to recognise and execute these all easily This short workshop is fun for everyone and great for beginners.

Join a unique and invigorating three-hour tour of Florence led by an award-winning local photographer. Whether you're a beginner or advanced, this workshop will equip everyone with the knowledge to take breathtaking photographs. Begin by discussing your photographic style and exploring what visions you'd like to capture around town—from time honored icons such as The Duomo to hidden gems tucked away in back streets. Come find out why Florence is oh so photogenic.

Break up your sightseeing in Florence and gain a better understanding of how frescoes are created with this hands-on fresco painting workshop. Learn the techniques used by Renaissance masters from your instructor as you create a unique work of art on fresh plaster to take home with you. Choose a beginner, intermediate, or advanced course to suit your skill level and enjoy one-on-one attention from your instructor.

I'm an artist and master jeweller, art lover and food passioned, I still haven’t decided yet what I’m going to do when I grow up, meanwhile (since 1982) I design jewels and I like teach jewelry-making. In 2013 I was appointed Master of Art by Tuscany Govt. I always like meeting new people, find new inspirations, sharing my knowledge... and telling stories about my work and my city. The ancient cuttlefish bone casting technique, already known by the Egyptians more than 2000 years ago, is one of my favorites is one of my favourites and it's easy to learn. The cuttlefish bone is easy to carve to make a mold that will be filled with melted silver. After my instuctions it will be your turn to project and carve the bone into the shape of your own jewel. You will make your personalized pendant or ring, choosing from the proposed models; I will help individually to reach the best result. In the mold just carved I will cast the melted silver and you'll see immediately the rough jewel.

Connect with a winemaking family in the Chianti hills for a day of food and fun with this unique day at an organic Tuscan winery. Begin with a tour of the estate, including the vineyard and olive groves, before relaxing over a traditional lunch with a wine and olive oil tasting. In the afternoon, relax by the pool, take a pottery class, or set off on horseback through the estate.

Florence is a city known for its art, so don’t miss the chance to create your own masterpiece while you’re in Italy with a small group. Choose from three offerings: a Leonardo drawing class, sculpture, or pet sculpture and get guidance from a professional artist-instructor. You can also enjoy a coffee break during or right after the art class. Then take your painting home as a unique souvenir.

Sculpting in Florence is an experience not to be missed! Our unique approach will show you how to: (1) master the art of accurate proportions of the face or figure (2) handle clay with confidence (3) see and replicate anatomical characteristics easily You will learn how to create your own masterpiece and the experience will help you to appreciate and better understand the art in Florence.

Sculpting in Florence is an experience not to be missed! Our unique approach will show you how to: - master the art of accurate proportions of the face or figure - handle clay with confidence - see and replicate anatomical characteristics easily You will learn how to create your own masterpiece and the experience will help you to appreciate and better understand the art in Florence.

Our artistic atelier has been offering lessons, workshops and entertainment since 2018. Our artistic experiences are designed for all people who love art and are suitable for all levels and ages. Our goal is to spread traditional techniques on the contemporary scene, encouraging travelers to rediscover their own essence born in Florence, the cradle of Renaissance art. Furthermore, with this type of artistic experiences, we intend to offer each participant a unique and formative adventure, which at the same time gives emotions, in order to make the stay in Florence indelible. In fact, all our activities give the possibility to take the created artifact home, given its light materials and small dimensions, making transport easy and safe. So all that remains is to book your favorite artistic experience, and we'll take care of the rest!

Welcome to My Mancini in the heart of Florence! Experience a unique adventure in creating your own personalized sneakers. You will be guided by our expert craftsmen and designers in every step of the creative process. With our configurator, Willy, you will transform your ideas into reality, personalizing every detail of your shoes. You will also visit our Atelier, a stone's throw from the magnificent Florence Cathedral, where you can witness the live creation of your sneakers. And if you wish, you can be active in production, creating your own shoes under the expert guidance of our craftsmen. Enjoy typical Tuscan wines and products while immersing yourself in the art of Italian craftsmanship. Don't miss the opportunity to own unique shoes that tell your story and your style. Book your tour with MyMancini today and get ready to experience an extraordinary journey into Italian fashion

For a complete experience, combine both the informative narrative of the guided tour and the artistic perspective of the painter. Whether you wish to specialize or take a comprehensive overview, the choice is yours.

With friends or your partner you will immerse yourself in the world of goldsmithing, the typical Florentine craft. I will help you discover this ancient craft and all its charm from the first to the last step. We start at the very beginning by melting the precious metal, then pull a silver wire or roll a plate, hammer, cut with a bow saw, file, grind, solder and clean until everyone has finished their own piece of jewelry. In just a few hours you can make your own ring that will bring you or the person who wears it a lot of joy. The workshop will take place in my workshop in the countryside in Montespertoli (Fi). In between there is a very good snack. You can also bring material (silver or gold) that has emotional value but is no longer worn to melt down and renew. You don't need any previous knowledge for this unique experience.

Learning to paint in a beautiful studio in the historic centre of Florence Italy is an amazing experience! Your instructor is a professional artist and teacher. You will receive step by step, personalized instruction and with Laura's guidance you will learn the full process, from start to finish, of creating your own Old Master copy painting. We welcome both absolute beginners and also more advanced students. The instruction is personalised to each student's level of experience and so it is perfect for everyone. Our studio is a welcoming environment in a beautiful, light-filled palazzo. It is the perfect setting in which to learn new skills and this workshop will give you confidence to continue your art journey at home.

Pick up a few must-know phrases in Italian to navigate the country and connect with locals surrounded by the lush Renaissance Boboli Gardens with this unique private experience. Meet with your guide for a stroll through the gardens to learn about their history and get coached with some basic Italian language pointers along the way. Then relax and enjoy Tuscan specialties over an informal picnic.

For the first time you will have the opportunity to visit a leather bag factory. They will shows us the models it creates for fashion giants, bags and accessories which are then displayed for sale in the most famous streets in the world: Champs-Elysées, Fifth Avenue , Rodeo Drive, and many more. Vanessa, the hostess, will explain to us all, absolutely all the secrets and hard work that lie behind the glamorous facade of the great Made in Italy brands, with the help of a virtual reality experience. We will be able to handle the prototypes created for the great fashion houses of the world, we will be able to manufacture a small object ourselves and we will also have the opportunity to purchase bags and accessories. Subsequently we will visit the villa and the cellars of a historic farm and taste the genuine food typical of the Tuscan countryside, with a tasting of exclusive Chianti wine!