Top Tuscany Art Classes - page 2

Break up your sightseeing in Florence and learn how frescoes are created during this hands-on and private fresco painting workshop. Practice the techniques used by Renaissance masters with tips from your instructor as you create a unique work of art to take home with you. The private class can be tailored to your skill level: choose a beginner, intermediate, or advanced course.

Master the time-honored art of making fresh Italian pasta from scratch during this small-group cooking workshop in a historic palace in Florence. Visit the Pasta Museum to learn about the history of this iconic food. Then, don your apron and learn how to prepare fresh, handmade pasta such as ravioli, tagliatelle, and tortellini, prepared with different sauces. Afterwards, enjoy a sit-down meal with your creations, paired with organic Tuscan wines.

Immerse yourself in Florence’s charm with an intimate en plein air painting workshop led by an experienced artist and guide. Set in inspiring locations like Piazza Santo Spirito, Pontevecchio, or Giardino delle Rose, this session blends art history with hands-on instruction in watercolor or acrylic techniques. Capture the city’s beauty on canvas and leave with your own handmade masterpiece, an unforgettable, personal keepsake of your time in Florence.

A unique, hands-on experience where you create your own signature perfume inside an authentic Florentine perfume atelier.

Learn to cook traditional Italian dishes during this Tuscan cooking class in Siena. From homemade pastas to juicy cuts of meat, a professional chef leads you through a combination of family-favorite recipes and time-tested dishes, culminating with a shared meal and excellent wine. This class is held in a professional kitchen and limited to a small group of 15 people or fewer for a more intimate experience.

Discover the secrets to Tuscan cuisine during a small-group cooking class in Montepulciano. With the careful guidance of your host, learn how to prepare an appetizer, two types of fresh pasta with sauces, and an iconic dessert. Once everything is ready, sit down with your classmates and enjoy your handmade Italian feast. Afterward, you’re ready to impress your friends and family back home.

You will each create a creation through plexiglass engraving by an expert artist in the sector which you can take home as a souvenir of the territory and of this experience together. Art for pleasure. Approach to art. Full understanding of the artistic message of this unique city of art in the world. Artistic holiday in a city of art a few km from the sea and the mountains.

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.

You will each make two creations (presses) in papier-mâché as per local tradition and decorate one ready-made through an expert artist in the field that you can take home as a souvenir of the territory and this experience together. Art for pleasure. Approach to art. Full understanding of the artistic message of this unique city of art in the world. Artistic holiday in a city of art a few km from the sea and the mountains.

Discover the secrets of Tuscan cooking during this full-day experience, including a market visit and cooking class, topped off with a 4-course lunch. Shop for fresh ingredients at a Florentine market before venturing to a Tuscan farmhouse in the countryside. Take your cue from an expert chef as you create Italian dishes from scratch including bruschetta, pasta, roast pork, and tiramisù. Then sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor, complemented by Tuscan wine.

The world-class museums in Florence are an inspiration for many aspiring artists, but most painting classes last just a few hours. Go deeper and learn the techniques used by great painters over the centuries during this 5-morning hands-on workshop led by a professional artist and instructor. Copy an Old Master's work to enhance your skills, whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, and come away with a completed painting to take home with you.

Take a break from the crowded sightseeing spots in Florence and relax in a quiet studio to learn the secrets behind painting or sculpting on this small-group art lesson. Enjoy hands-on instruction from a professional sculptor or a classically trained painter in an inspiring, sun-filled workshop. Learn ancient and modern techniques, and work on your own creation, painting with oils or sculpting with clay. Classes are suitable for beginners and experts alike.

Many believe that Florence is the birthplace of the Renaissance art and architecture movement. On this small-group drawing workshop experience, join the scores of artists over the years who have tried to capture Florence’s unique vibe in picture form as you travel the city, learning new artistic techniques along the way. The workshop is available in English and Italian to accommodate more participants.

Immerse yourself in the world of goldsmithing – a special experience in the countryside Whether with friends or with your partner – an unforgettable workshop awaits you in my workshop in Tuscany: Together you will discover the fascinating world of goldsmithing, a heart of Florentine tradition. From melting the precious metal to rolling, drawing, hammering and sawing to filing, soldering, grinding and polishing. In just a few hours you will forge your own ring – a real one-off that will bring a lot of joy to yourself or a loved one. If you want, you can also bring old silver or gold. Together we melt it down and create something new. Previous knowledge? You don't have to. Just joy in design and desire for a special experience. Anyone can do it – and everyone goes home with a bright smile and a self-forged ring. In between, it gins a regional snack.

With Tara & Branton you will receive a warm welcome and their complete attention due to small groups only. With the freedom to release your inner creativity and create a masterpiece that you can cherish forever. En plein air! (outdoors). You don't have to be a painter or an artist, this isn't a class or lesson (although Branton can help advise you on how to start, how to blend your colours, how to create different effects). We have provided options for all levels and ages (over 18) and can tailor you individual experience to your needs. The aim is to relax, escape your everyday life and take a moment to breathe in the fresh Tuscan air.

Your proposal deserves more than ordinary photos — it deserves magic, romance, and timeless elegance. With over 10 years of experience, I know how to capture your love story against the stunning backdrop of Florence. Here’s what sets this experience apart: -Insider Knowledge: I know the most private and romantic spots, perfect for an intimate, crowd-free proposal. - Perfect Timing: I’ll guide you to the best time of day for natural light and cinematic images. - Posing & Direction: I’ll help with poses, angles, and movement so you look natural, confident, and radiant. - Tailored Experience: Every session is designed just for you, whether it’s a surprise proposal or engagement. - High-Quality Results: You’ll receive 50 high-resolution, professionally edited photos capturing your love story in Florence. By booking with me, you’re not just hiring a photographer — you’re investing in a stress-free, carefully curated experience that captures your proposal in a truly unforgettable way.

Florence is one of Earth’s greatest art cities. Whether you already paint or haven’t touched a brush since school, join a working artist in a light-filled palazzo in the heart of the historic center for this 15-hour, 5-morning course. Learn about materials, methods, and color mixing, set up your own still life, sketch it, and paint. Leave with a unique artwork and the confidence to continue your journey back home.

Delve into the enchanting art of perfume-making in Florence, where history and fragrance unite. Guided by an expert master perfumer, craft a personalized scent that resonates with your unique style, choosing from luxury brand ingredients. As you blend your signature aroma, enjoy an authentic Italian aperitivo, with the option to enhance your drink with a suitable fragrance spray. This evening workshop invites you to immerse yourself in the city's captivating atmosphere, creating unforgettable memories. Conclude your experience with a celebratory toast and take home your very own custom-crafted perfume immediatelly, a perfect memento of your Italian adventure.

The experience, represents an exclusive format that integrates craftsmanship, sustainability and creativity, offering a high-end experiential Badges content. Designed as a creative work and in which the customer designs his own accessory without technical leather goods processing. Programme of experience : - Guided tour of the historic workshop to discover the art of leather processing. - Direct observation of skilled craftsmen at work and in-depth analysis of the stages of the production process (selection and cutting of leather, skimming, sewing, assembly, etc.). - Discovery of how raw materials are transformed into high quality leather goods. - Welcome drink before the workshop starts. - Participation in the same by developing creativity, design and manual skills in the realization of a leather product. - Exploration of the adjacent store with a wide selection of authentic leather goods.

Beato Angelico, or Fra Angelico, was both a master painter and a Dominican friar, turning spiritual devotion into art. This private tour explores his most iconic works at the Museo di San Marco, the former convent where they were created. On the main staircase, The Annunciation greets visitors with its serene composition, as angel and Virgin meet in silent grace. In the friars’ dormitory, each cell holds a sacred fresco, such as the Crucifixion, Adoration of the Magi, and Transfiguration, designed for reflection. The Chapter Hall’s Crucifixion with Saints presents devotion on a monumental scale, while the Coronation of the Virgin radiates light, color, and harmony. The Madonna and Child with Saints blends Gothic elegance with Renaissance perspective. The museum also features Michelozzo’s library, one of the first public libraries of the Renaissance, and the cell of Girolamo Savonarola. San Marco is more than a museum: it is a sanctuary where art, faith, and contemplation meet.

Immerse yourself in a Florentine artist of the past and unleash your creativity with the guidance of an experienced master who will explain step by step how to create your own painting that will portray the most characteristic symbol of Florence: the Florentine lily! Crafty your own lily using the techniques of the great painters of the past and learn while having fun in the studio of a local artist and painting professor. You'll be able to take the painting you created with Andrea's guidance home with you and give it to a friend or relative, or keep it as a unique and indelible memory of your trip. Get your hands dirty by putting art into practice in the city of art par excellence. What place is better than this? This experience is suitable for everyone and you don't need any kind of skill or experience to try your hand at it

We are a family-run artisan pottery business. We have been operating in the sector for over 20 years. Our products are made exclusively by hand. You will enter directly into the world of artistic ceramic production. You will have the opportunity to experiment directly with your hands, the processing and in particular, the decoration of some ceramic items. The artefacts decorated by you will be yours, already included in the price of your experience. You will be able to create something personal, unique; which will remain with you and will remind you of the pleasant experience spent here in Tuscany. Why not; instead of buying the usual products for tourists, to give to your friends, relatives; you will be able to create something created with your own hands especially for them. A thought, a special, personalized gift, made exclusively for your loved one.

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.

Roll up your sleeves and dig into a bowl of fresh pasta dough during this hands-on cooking class in Florence. Learn to make different kinds of pasta shells such as ravioli, tagliatelle, and spaghetti. Then, whip up authentic sauces and taste Italian wines for the perfect pairings, and indulge in your homemade dishes. Unlike other pasta-making classes, you choose from several options, including vegan/vegetarian, colored pasta, and gnocchi.