Top Florence Craft Classes - page 2

Create an excellent product with your own hands, according to the techniques of the Florentine artisan tradition. Touch the instruments with your own hands, smell the typical scents present in the laboratories and challenge your creativity and flair in creating unique customizations. Immerse yourself with the senses, at the hands of Giorgio Linea, in a short journey to discover the invisible dynamics of fashion, being able to access the laboratory - showroom and its precious archive of vintage products.

Florence has long been known for its hand-crafted jewelry, but most tourists limit themselves to shopping. With this exclusive class, go beyond the display window and connect with a local artisan to create a unique piece of lost-wax jewelry by hand. Learn the historic casting technique and design a ring, pendant, or earring under the guidance of a seasoned craftsperson, coming away with a one-of-a-kind piece as a keepsake souvenir.

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.

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.

Do you want to experience something really special in Florence? In this workshop you will learn the secrets of jewelry, discover precious stones and design your own personalized jewel, guided by an expert. A creative, elegant and profound experience, perfect even for those who start from scratch. Leave Florence with a memory that speaks of you: your first jewel.

Discover your inner Renaissance artist in the historic heart of Florence. Lose yourself in the creative process as you learn how to handle clay, sculpt with accuracy, and create your own masterpiece under the watchful eye of a professional artist. This comprehensive small group course spans five days with a morning or afternoon start time.

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.

What makes this experience unique: • Exclusive & always private — hosted in a genuine Renaissance palazzo in the heart of Florence, walkable from anywhere in the historic center • Master craftsmen by your side — our artisans guide you through every single step of the process, from the first cut to the final stitch • Fully personalized — add your initials in 22kt gold leaf, silver, or traditional fire engraving • Premium materials only — genuine vegetable-tanned leather from certified Tuscan tanneries • Available in 6 languages — English, Spanish, Korean, Chinese, Portuguese and French

Participating in this lesson will allow you to make a jump in the passage in the Florentine Rinascimento, scoprendo tutti i segreti della sculpture e delle tecniche tradizionali Italiane. NOTE: All our information is private, please contact our office to agree to the details based on your needs and availability of the studio. Generally available 10-13; 14-17 and 17.30-20.30 our staff will be sure to come and see you!

Unlike the classic tourist workshops, this experience allows participants to discover and practice an authentic Renaissance painting technique in a real Florentine artistic atelier. Guests not only paint, but also learn how artists traditionally prepared colors using natural pigments and egg tempera, following historical methods used before the spread of oil painting. The experience is designed for small groups and offers an intimate, authentic and practical atmosphere, ideal for those who want to experience Florence through its artistic and craft heritage. For participants interested in a more in-depth experience, you can add a bolus gilding session (approximately 1 hour with an additional cost of €50 per participant

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.

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.

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.

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.

Take half a day and make a personal keepsake piece of jewelry with the people you love most. Be inspired in beautiful surroundings and take an active part in making a piece of jewelry. Friendship rings are particularly suitable; you can engrave them with names or dates. You don't need any previous knowledge. You can also bring old jewelry that you no longer wear and we will melt it down and you can give it a new life.

Tuscany is renowned for its pottery, so it’s a great place to master the art of shaping clay. This private workshop at La Galleria Montelupo Ceramics gives you a glimpse into the age-old traditions of a Florence craftsman whose family has been potting for generations. Tailored to experienced potters, your instructor helps you refine your skills and create your own memento.

Craft a personalized fragrance in an exclusive perfume laboratory in Florence, guided by expert perfumers. This unique experience allows you to explore the olfactory world, combining precious essences and mastering ancient techniques. Each fragrance you create tells a story, reflecting your identity and emotions. After crafting your 50ml perfume, celebrate your creation with a private aperitif on a resident's terrace, offering stunning views of the Tuscan hills and historic Medici villas. Immerse yourself in this intimate journey of scent, creativity, and beauty.

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!

Show the kids a different side of Florence on an evening walking tour designed just for families. Your guide will keep kids engaged with games, photo contests, and multimedia activities along the way. Enjoy a family-friendly approach to Renaissance history as you visit illuminated sights, including the Duomo and Palazzo Pitti. No need to worry about dinner plans, as the tour includes stops for pizza and gelato.

Fresco painting is one of Florence's great art forms, but most visitors to the birthplace of the Renaissance limit themselves to admiring the great frescoes adorning the city's churches and palaces. With this hands-on workshop, discover the materials and techniques artists used centuries ago to create their masterpieces. Learn how to apply natural pigments on fresh plaster with traditional spatulas, producing your own work of fresco art to take home as a Florentine souvenir.

Perfume has long been an important part of Florence's noble heritage, but most tourists overlook the city's independent perfume ateliers. With this experience, connect with a skilled artisan to learn about the history and science of perfume, plus use traditional techniques and tools to combine raw materials into a unique, bespoke fragrance. Each participant will take a bottle of the scent they've created home as a unique gift or souvenir from Florence.

In the city of perfumes, children can also discover the magic of scents and create their own perfume. We work with children in small groups, playfully introducing them to the secrets of perfume-making with age-appropriate scents. Since children are highly creative and think instinctively, creating their own perfume is a fantastic experience for them.