Overview
Learning to paint in a beautiful studio in the historic centre of Florence Italy is an amazing experience!
Your instructor is a professional artist and teacher.
You will receive step by step, personalized instruction and with Laura's guidance you will learn the full process, from start to finish, of creating your own Old Master copy painting.
We welcome both absolute beginners and also more advanced students. The instruction is personalised to each student's level of experience and so it is perfect for everyone.
Our studio is a welcoming environment in a beautiful, light-filled palazzo.
It is the perfect setting in which to learn new skills and this workshop will give you confidence to continue your art journey at home.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
All materials are included. Bottled water (and often Prosecco!) is available free at the studio
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We will greet you at the studio/school at Borgo ss Apostoli 18 (note: there are two of every number in Florence and we are the black number 18-not the red). We are about halfway down the street at the edge of a tiny square called Piazza del Limbo. The door buzzer have our company name.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Borgo Santi Apostoli, 18
Learning to paint is easy and fun!
You will learn all of the fundamental principles, materials and techniques needed to paint an oil painting still life of your own.
This workshop is great for beginners but is also suitable for more advanced students and instruction is personalized for each student.
The process taught for your painting experience will include:
1-5 mornings 3 hours per day (total 15 hours)
2-A lecture and demonstration of materials and methods and color mixing
3-Choosing from our selection of Old Master paintings from which to make your own copy.
4-Transferring the drawing to an oil primed linen panel
5-Painting a tonal underpainting to establish values -contrast of light and dark shapes
6-Painting in full color
7-Mastering the edges and brushwork
8-Finishing details
We will pack your painting for easy transport home with you.
NOTE: You may choose to start on any weekday.
We teach Mondays to Fridays so if you, for example, choose to start on a Tuesday then your last day would be the following Monday.
We know travelers have busy schedules so we offer the option to choose your start date.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
FAQs about 5 Mornings Old Master Copy Painting Workshop in Florence
Can I cancel 5 Mornings Old Master Copy Painting Workshop in Florence for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5 days.
Where does it start?
We will greet you at the studio/school at Borgo ss Apostoli 18 (note: there are two of every number in Florence and we are the black number 18-not the red).
What's included?
- All materials are included. Bottled water (and often Prosecco!) is available free at the studio
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by The Florence Studio







