Top Tuscany Craft Classes

Smell terrific after this tour of a master perfumer's workshop in a Renaissance palace in Florence. Learn how he chooses his ingredients, makes his perfumes and sniffs out an amazing fragrance. Then make your own! Leave with a small bottle of your own bespoke fragrance and a certificate signed by the fragrance master himself.

Tuscany has been known for its pottery since ancient times, and with this hands-on class you’ll enjoy an introduction to traditional Tuscan “majolica” in just a few hours. Head to a family-run workshop in Montelupo, a village known for its pottery production since the Renaissance. Visit a real pottery factory and learn about Italian techniques then create your own masterpiece that you can take home alongside a master potter.

The experience is for you who would like to discover Florence with a brush in your hand see the city through new eyes sketching, painting and discover what Florence looks like through an artists lens. Being in Florence means surrounded by art, if you are a creative soul and would like to be creative yourself or you kids would like to create their own masterpieces this course is for you. The course is also for you who would like to get you sketchbook started, or simply dust off old drawing/painting skills. In case of rain or bad weather we'll be on a covered terrace with a fantastic view. The course is for all levels, both beginners and more experienced. My way of teaching is very individual and we'll start from your level and step by step progress from there. We are mostly sitting on stairs or standing during the class so please let me know in advance if you have special needs and I would schedule the class so that we'll go to a place where we can site down during the session.

Take a break from the tourist crowds in Florence and venture into the Tuscan countryside to forge jewelry at a local workshop—a one-of-a-kind experience. Learn how to craft a one-of-a-kind piece of silver jewelry from scratch with the guidance of a craft instructor: from melting the metal to polishing the finished piece. Experience the goldsmith tradition of Tuscany first hand and create a special souvenir to take home.

Immerse yourself in centuries of perfume tradition—and learn the art of perfume-making—during this hands-on workshop in the heart of Florence. In the morning, make your own way to the venue, located in an atmospheric, 18th-century workshop. You’ll learn the history of perfumery, various techniques and tips, and will then have the opportunity to create your very own scent, which you can take home with you at the end of class.

The activity will allow you to experience the traditional process of sculpture, understanding its realization with the original materials that gave rise to the most famous works of art in the field of sculpture. Being part of Italian history, this experience is one of the most recommended for art lovers.

Learning to paint with step by step, personalised instruction from your professional art instructor will give you confidence to continue your art journey at home. Understanding all of the principles and materials necessary to paint your own masterpiece is a fun experience. Your instructor is a professional artist and teacher. With Laura's guidance and instruction you will learn the full process, from start to finish, of creating your own oil painted still life. Our studio is a welcoming environment in a beautiful, light-filled palazzo in the historic centre of Florence. It is the perfect art setting to learn new skills.

Our experience allows you not only to admire art, but above all to be able to create it with your own hands. You will learn about animals in Renaissance art and you will be able to model the clay by observing a live animal model.

Paper marbling is a Florentine artisan tradition dating back to the Renaissance. We start by introducing the materials with a quick demo including paper treatment, creating colours, and pattern techniques. Dive into your creativity while exploring this ancient craft in a modern way! * Lessons are at a local art studio where guests can relax and practice in comfort. Space is air conditioned and heated seasonally. * duration is approximately 2 hours *Activity is family/child friendly for all ages. Private groups available, simply choose days/time on request and message. CANCELLATIONS- due to material & space prep refunds are only approved with over 48 Hour notice. Less than 24H notice or No-shows will be charged full amount. ** A min. qty of participants is required; Single person bookings may be cancelled if there are no other participants. You may message in advance to inquire about schedule & days for single referrals

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

Il laboratorio erboristico accompagna i tuoi bambini in un’esperienza sensoriale unica, che inizia con la raccolta delle erbe aromatiche attorno all’Agriturismo Biologico Diacceroni in compagnia delle nostre assistenti. Successivamente le erbe raccolte verranno classificate in un piccolo libretto personale che ogni bambino potrà divertirsi a decorare. Al termine dell’esperienza i bambini prepareranno un olio aromatico da portare a casa insieme al libretto. Durante il laboratorio i tuoi bambini potranno interagire con le nostre assistenti, che li guideranno durante l’esperienza e gli illustreranno le caratteristiche delle erbe raccolte ed il loro utilizzo nella nostra tradizione. Durante l’esperienza i tuoi bambini impareranno a riconoscere le piante, e potranno catalogarle nel loro piccolo libretto personale. Al termine del laboratorio i bambini prepareranno un olio aromatico che, assieme al libretto, potranno portare a casa come ricordo di questa divertente esperienza.