Become a master forger

Unveil the secrets of the Renaissance with an exclusive cultural experience designed by Artviva. This workshop allows you to step into the shoes of Florence’s legendary painters and learn the art of reproduction, where observation, precision, and creativity come together.

Guided by a professional Florentine artist, you will be introduced to the very techniques used by the great Renaissance masters. In a private and authentic setting, your instructor will demonstrate traditional methods of drawing, canvas preparation, color mixing, and layering brushstrokes. You will then apply these techniques yourself, creating your own work inspired by a Florentine masterpiece.

This lesson is more than an art class — it is a cultural journey. Through stories and insights, you will discover how Florence became the cradle of the Renaissance, how workshops were centers of innovation, and why copying masterpieces was considered an essential step in an artist’s training.

It is designed for art lovers of all levels: from beginners curious to try the magic of painting to experienced artists eager to refine their skills. At the end, you will take home your own artwork — a tangible keepsake of your stay in Florence.