Top Venice Art & Culture Classes - page 2

The ancient art of engraving, which had its greatest splendor and diffusion in Venice, will have no more secrets! For those who want a unique experience in the ancient world of craftsmanship, I organize individual courses (one or at most two people) to explain and put into practice the basic techniques of engraving. Participants will thus have the opportunity to create a real art print made by them (on their original idea or drawing) and take it home. An experience that they will certainly not forget - in fact, they can hang it in their home! The course includes etching with the drypoint technique on Plexiglas or drypoint on zinc. I will follow you in the choice of subjects, in the preparation of the drawings and during all the processing phases, from the initial study to the processing of the plate up to the final prints. Reservations are accepted by people from the same family or relatives

Arianna is one of the few remaining Venetian artisans who still prints like in the 15th century. If you plan to visit Venice you cannot miss the opportunity to travel through time and return to the age of the "Serenissima". You can meet Arianna at her art studio, an antique-style printing house in Fondamenta dei Ormesini in the Cannaregio district and attend an entire press session with her: you will be surprised by the atmosphere, the colors, the scents, the gestures , from the work behind a single print. The entire work behind an art print will be shown: starting from the initial drawing, the various processing steps will be explained to obtain a chalcographic engraving, until the actual print is under your eyes.

A unique experience that combines art and craftsmanship, in a laboratory that in over fifty years of activity has created over a thousand different graphics, working with over 250 artists from all over the world.

Designed to delight children and adults alike, this private 2-hour mask-painting workshop offers insight into an important Venetian craft. Under the guidance of a resident artist, you’ll choose a mask from more than 50 different styles and decorate it according to different techniques. While you work, your guide tells stories of traditional masks and their function in society. A minimum of four people are required for this activity.

Private photography workshop during an enjoyable walking tour in Venice, above and beyond the touristic itinerary. Effective and pleasant way to learn how to take beautiful photos in a unique city like Venice. Improve technique and creativity in a synergistic way. Private workshop with a professional photographer at your exclusive disposal. The fact of not being a group guarantees high effectiveness and sure enjoyment. Theory of photography dealt with contextually to real photographic situations. Walking around Venice and learn to photograph, think and move like a professional photographer. We will analyze each photograph, correct any errors and I’ll propose new points of view. If you have just your phone camera it’s okay, we will focus on creativity. It is not only a photographic workshop but also a way to discover and enjoy Venice. Pleasantly getting lost in the maze of Venice, mostly off the beaten path, photographing hidden gems of Venice.

During this 2-hours class you will choose 2 models among the 43 white masks handmade in papier-maché and start to decorate them using one of the 7 different techniques that can be normally used. The masks’ decorations can be changed over and over, with the masters’ help, until you’ll reach the desired results.

Taste a unique blend of Venetian culture, culinary delights, and artisanal craftsmanship. Explore ancient vineyards in the Venetian lagoon, taste wines with a distinctive salty flavor, enjoy expert-guided wine tastings paired with local organic appetizers, visit a renowned glassblowing factory on Murano Island, and travel comfortably between islands aboard our private boat. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the enchanting sights, flavors, and traditions of Venice's lagoon.

Take a stroll with your guide and reach a famous Bottega, an artisan workshop where you will dive into culture of the famous Venetian Carnival by creating your own mask. You will learn a century old tradition. Meet the owners and listen to the story of the most famous masks and traditions. Learn the secrets of making then take your creation back home with you.

Our activity stands out for its immersive experience in the Venetian lagoon. Guests explore IsolaLeVignole vineyards with a wine expert, indulging in Dorona grape tastings paired with organic Venetian cicchetti. After a relaxing garden lunch, they visit a selected Murano glassblowing factory. This seamless blend of cultural discovery and gastronomic delight promises an unforgettable journey through Venice's enchanting lagoon.

Create your photographic reportage, your project, on Venice, from the idea to the final selection and publication of the photos, guided by an international photo reporter, a unique opportunity as the workshop is tailor-made to review the technical approach, from camera settings to composition, depending on the final project you wish to develop during the course. It's available to both beginners who want to learn how to best use their camera and aspiring professionals who want to take their photography to the next level. Find your photography style, and learn how to communicate with images, not just how to use tools. Learn about different photography styles and how to apply them to a specific project or story. Learn the grammar of photography, how to make an image like a sentence. Learn how to post-produce your images, how to select and edit them to have a visual story.