FRESCO PAINTING MASTERCLASS
This fresco painting masterclass offers an authentic artistic experience designed for anyone who would like to discover this extraordinary and ancient art form.
During our fresco painting masterclass, you will learn the theoretical and practical fundamentals of fresco painting: from preparing the plaster and creating the initial design to applying natural pigments onto the still-fresh surface. You will be guided step by step through an engaging experience that combines tradition, craftsmanship, and creativity.
On request, this masterclass can be combined with one or more guided tours to discover some of Florence’s most famous frescoes and learn about their history.
Fresco painting masterclass
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Florence preserves extraordinary examples of Gothic and Renaissance frescoes.
From Giotto’s refined fourteenth-century fresco cycles to the Renaissance masterpieces of Masaccio, Ghirlandaio, Andrea del Sarto, and Vasari, the city is one of the world’s most important places to discover and understand the art of fresco painting.
Join our fresco painting masterclass to discover the timeless art of fresco painting, and create your own piece of Renaissance-inspired art!
About the masterclass
The Fresco Painting Masterclass includes:
- Introduction to the history and technique of fresco painting
- Preparation of the plaster and materials
- Transfer of the design
- Painting with natural pigments on fresh plaster
- All necessary materials and equipment provided
- Creation and completion of your final artwork
No previous experience is required: our fresco painting masterclass is open to both beginners and art enthusiasts who wish to explore a centuries-old technique used by the great masters of the Renaissance.
At the end of the experience, you will take home your own small fresco, entirely handmade, together with practical knowledge of one of the most fascinating painting techniques in art history.
An immersive four-hour experience to rediscover the beauty of ancient art and create something unique with your own hands.
| Type of masterclass | 4 hours masterclass |
|---|---|
| Individual Fresco Painting Masterclass |
€200 |
| Two-to-one Fresco Painting Masterclass |
€160 |
| Small self-composed group Fresco Painting Masterclass (3–4 participants) |
€110 |
Masterclasses can be organised on any weekday (excluding Saturdays and Sundays), from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Two-person and small-group fresco painting masterclasses are organised for friends or family members who enrol together.
MINISTERO DELL’ISTRUZIONE, DELL’UNIVERSITÀ E DELLA RICERCA
Our school is recognized by the Italian Ministry of Instruction, University and Research.
Offers and discounts
For self-composed groups please request an estimate writing to the following e-mail address: info@galilei.it or at info@istituto-galilei.com
Additional Services
Upon participants’ request, the program of our fresco painting masterclass can be combined with our guided visits of the city.
Our masterclasses can be easily combined with an Italian language course or with any Italian culture course.