Fresco making in the Renaissance, private art class

Step into the creative world of Renaissance Florence, enjoy a unique hands-on cultural experience designed by Artviva. This private workshop offers the rare opportunity to explore one of the most fascinating techniques of Renaissance art: fresco painting.

Guided by a professional Florentine artist, you will learn how the masterpieces of Giotto, Masaccio, and Michelangelo were created. The experience begins with an introduction to the materials and the preparation of lime plaster, the essential foundation for fresco work. You will then continue with drawing and transferring figures, mixing natural pigments, and applying color to the fresh plaster, working against time just as the great masters did centuries ago.

This is not just a lesson but a true cultural immersion. The artist will share curiosities and insights into the history of fresco in Florence, explaining why this technique was so central to Renaissance creativity and how it continues to inspire contemporary artists.

This workshop is designed for art enthusiasts of all levels: from beginners curious about Renaissance techniques to experienced painters seeking new knowledge. At the end, you will take home your own fresco panel — an exclusive and tangible keepsake of your immersion in Florence’s artistic soul.