Fresco Painting Workshop
                                                                                                      

The Fresco Painting workshop concentrates on art materials, technique, motif design and an introduction to art conservation, combining a creative learning experience while taking advantage of the rich artistic heritage and stunning landscape that the Veneto has to offer.
Art Inn Italy includes a series of creative activities and art classes followed by a demonstrations, hands-on and guided art tours. You’ll have the opportunity to learn the technique of  the architectural fresco decoration, from the traditional preparatory drawings, mortar mixing and application, and the use of natural pigments to painting on terracotta tiles, which makes an original and authentic italian gift for your friends and family!
It is the perfect place in which to learn and to draw inspiration from.
This workshop is suitable for anyone who is interested in learning more about the fresco painting and several faux finishes techniques, from the complete beginner to the professional artist. 
Level of Ability:
This Workshop is suitable for anyone who is interested in learning more about the Fresco Painting and several faux finishes techniques, from the complete beginner to the professional artist.
Instructor 
Alma is an Italian Art Conservator and Educator. She has been teaching fresco painting conservation at the University Ca’ Foscari Venezia.
She studied Painting Conservation in Florence, Rome, Venice and Cracow. 
She has carried out a wide range of prestigious Heritage Conservation Projects which include the Grand Opera House La Fenice in Venice, the Early Christian Fresco Painting in several Roman Catacomb and numerous historical buildings and fine art pieces.
She is the author of a variety of scientific publications and has presented her work at various institutions throughout Europe and the United States, including Columbia University, Historic Preservation Dept. in New York, University of Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia, and the University of Colorado, in Denver. 
 One-Week Fresco Agenda​
  • Day 1.  (Sunday) We will meet you at the Venice Marco Polo Airport or Treviso A. Canova Airport (around noon) and drive you to the Studio and check-in at Bed & Breakfast in Vittorio Veneto. Welcome Dinner at Palazzo Galletti.
  • Day 2.  Presentation and introduction to fresco painting materials, techniques and approach.   Morning walking guided tour of the historic centre of Serravalle. Exploring ornamental motif design. Basic knowledge of traditional mural ornaments gaining inspiration from the Renaissance architecture which surrounds the studio and our rare Art Book Collection
  • Day 3.  Exploring the materials and surfaces for fresco painting. Hands-on of fresco painting. After the creation of your own design you will begin your journey of painting! Experimenting with raw earth pigments, chalk paint, marmorino, lime washes, faux finishes, vintage finishes, old patinas, marble effects and stencils
  • Day 4. Full day of fresco painting
  • Day 5. Guided tour in Treviso
  • Day 6.  Full day fresco painting and faux finishes techniques 
  • Day 7. Final discussion and departure to your destination ​(Saturday check out).

Two-Week Fresco Agenda
Week 1. Exploring ornamental motif design and the materials and surfaces for fresco painting. Basic knowledge of traditional mural ornaments gaining inspiration from the Renaissance architecture which surrounds the studio and our rare Art Book Collection.
After the  Creation of your own design you will begin your journey of painting! Experimenting with raw earth pigments, chalk paint, marmorino, lime washes, faux finishes, vintage finishes, old patinas, marble effects and stencils.

​Week 2.  Application of the techniques learned during the first week will be exercised and used to enable you to develop your own selected Art Project under the guidance of our art instructors. 

Level of Ability:
This Workshop is suitable for anyone who is interested in learning more about the Fresco Painting and several faux finishes techniques, from the complete beginner to the professional artist.
The One-Week workshop includes 
  • 5 full days of instruction and hands-on 
  • 5 nights stay and daily breakfast
  • 5 Gourmet lunches served on location
  • 6 Dinners prepared both by our Italian Mama chef and at restaurants of the region 
  • Daily wine tasting opportunities, coffee/tea and snacks with the exception of the one-day tour in Treviso
  • A guided tour of Serravalle in Vittorio Veneto 
  • A day trip & guided tour in Treviso
  • Group Pick-up and drop-off at Marco Polo Venice International or Antonio Canova Treviso Airport with a comfortable van; Other travel departure transport not included
The Two-Week workshop includes 
  • 9 full days of instructions, demonstration and hands-on 
  • 13 nights stay
  • A guided tour of Venice, Treviso and Serravalle in Vittorio Veneto 
  • Most meals, including daily wine tasting opportunities, coffee/tea and snacks with the exception of the one-day tour in Treviso
  • Local transportation
  • ​Group Pick-up and drop-off at Venice International or Treviso A. Canova Airport with a comfortable van; Other travel departure transport not included
​ Accommodation              on a first come, first choice basis or in the nearby hotel


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To request a tailor-made workshop or a date please contact:  artinnitaly@gmail.com​