Paper marbling in Florence

Step into Florence’s world of craftsmanship with Paper Marbling in Florence, an exclusive hands-on workshop created by Artviva, the city’s first boutique tour company with over 20 years of experience in luxury cultural experiences. This immersive class introduces you to the centuries-old art, a technique practiced by artisans since the Renaissance.

Under the guidance of a master craftsman, you will learn the delicate process of transforming plain sheets into vibrant works of art with flowing, colorful patterns. Using natural pigments and traditional tools, you will see how artisans have refined the marbling technique over generations. Your instructor will demonstrate how to prepare the water bath, apply colors, and use combs and styluses to create intricate, one-of-a-kind designs.

This experience is about more than technique: it is a connection to Florence’s heritage of creativity and beauty. Paper marbling was once a prized decorative art, used to embellish fine books, manuscripts, and luxury objects. In this workshop, you will gain a deeper appreciation of the tradition while creating your own marbled sheets to take home.