The workshop will focus on making natural paint for fine art & successful interior painting. You'll learn how to create natural and non-toxic art supplies that last the test of time.
We will explore together how to prepare and use earth and mineral pigments mixed with protein based binders such as egg yolk, milk, and nut oils to create eco-friendly and archival paint. The workshop is also devoted to creating frescos in the ancient techniques using water-based earth pigments on freshly applied lime plaster on wall surfaces. The atmosphere of our studio, located in a historic palazzo, is perfect to learn & create. We are located in the center of the hill town of Vittorio Veneto, northern Italy, 30 miles from Venice, surrounded by beautiful prosecco vineyards, rich culture, and history. You’ll dine on fabulous home cooked meals and discover a whole new meaning to the word hospitality. Two guided walking tours are an essential part of this workshop. Practicing and aspiring artists, and art lovers are welcome to join us to make their own paint with natural ingredients! The Region: The Veneto is in the Northeast part of Italy. It extends from Venice, in the lagoon of the Adriatic Sea, all the way up to the Dolomite Mountains. The Veneto is a region with a thousand different faces, and it is one of Italy’s custodians of natural, artistic, and traditional treasures. Where You’ll Stay: Serravalle is a hidden, medieval gem, just 60 kilometers from Venice and north of Treviso. Nestled in the foothills of the Dolomites, it is the historic center of Vittorio Veneto, a city created in 1886 by the merging of two towns, Ceneda and Serravalle. Your Accommodation: You will stay in the Palazzo Galletti B&B Boutique Hotel*. This historic, 14th century Palazzo offers three beautifully restored, elegant and modern rooms with en-suite bathroom, dining area and free Wi-Fi internet. You will be able to relax in the magnificent romantic garden, experience the finest and tastiest organic Italian cuisine and meet with other guests in our stylish and comfortable living room and library. The spacious studio, which is available 24h/7, is located on the ground floor of the palazzo. To see Palazzo Galletti, log on to: Palazzo Galletti B&B Boutique Hotel. Instructors
Leah Fanning lives and paints in Ashland, Oregon and exhibits her abstract and portraiture work in galleries throughout the states. She grew up in the richly artistic city of New Orleans and then lived on the east coast for many years as a professional ballet dancer while also studying painting at various universities. She later graduated from Maryland Institute College of Art in Illustration / Painting and also studied art in Cortona, Italy and at many art residencies. Leah has had many articles published in national magazines on her art process and has been teaching abstract and portrait painting for many years. She has also been commissioned for over 600 portraits and murals over the past fourteen years, and her portraiture style has evolved into a unique and colorful, expressionistic style. In 2011 she founded the eco business, Natural Earth Paint, which creates natural, non-toxic art supplies for artists and children. She lives on a beautiful urban, permaculture homestead with her 8 year old son, Django. To see her work, please visit: Leah Fanning Art webpage. Alma is an Italian art conservator and fresco painter, graduated in Painting Conservation at the Academy of Fine Arts in 1996. Her passionate approach and extensive experience as hands-on art conservator in sites such as the conservation of the Early Christian fresco painting in the Roman Catacomb, plus many years of practice as tutor in a variety of institutions. Since 2005 she has been teaching at the University Ca' Foscari in Venice as contract professor of the Master Course of Science and Technology for Conservation, Laboratory of Conservation of Cultural Heritage, Architectural Surfaces and Mural Painting. Her great experience and knowledge of fresco painting, rooted on the study of traditional Italian art and decoration techniques, would allow her to put forward a precious point of view on ancient painting technique. Day by Day Agenda Saturday. Recommended departure from US for the Venice Marco Polo Airport or Treviso Antonio Canova Airport with next morning arrival. Day 1. Sunday. Our taxi driver will meet you at the airport between and drive you to the studio and accommodation place. There will be a short evening introduction to the course followed by an Italian welcome dinner. Day 2. Monday. A morning walk and tour of the historic center of Serravalle. Lectures, hands-on and demonstration on eco-friendly, non-toxic aqueous binders to make natural watercolor, milk paint and gouache. Day 3. Tuesday. The morning will be devoted to complete the walking tour of the historic center. Lectures, hands-on and demonstration of protein based binders to create an eco-friendly tempera paint and oil paint. Day 4. Wednesday. Lectures, hands-on and demonstration on buon fresco painting. Day 5. Thursday. Full day of painting in the studio. Image presentation by instructor. Opportunity for extended individualized instruction. Day 6. Friday. Image presentation by instructors. Full day of painting with a group discussion of all the samples and/or paintings completed during the week. Day 7. Saturday. Final discussion and departure to your destination. Complimentary Group Transfer To Airport. A prosecco celebration followed by farewell dinner. Day 7. Saturday. Final discussion and departure to your destination. Complimentary group transfer to airport. |
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Upcoming Workshop 2019
September, from 8 to 14 For further information please contact Leah or Alma Click here to Apply |