Artisan Lessons in Florentine Techniques. A Sculptural Experience at the British Institute of Florence and the Accademia Arte San Giovanni Firenze.

Last month a visitor to the British Institute, Nathalie Arbel, received a hands-on experience in a variety of Renaissance and modern art techniques.  Nathalie’s lessons were situated at the centre of Firenze’s artisan quarter, enabling her to become fully immersed in Florence’s contemporary art scene. 

Nathalie's lessons were orientated around specific artistic methods ranging from egg tempera, fresco painting, water gilding and ceramics technology to clay and marble sculpture.  These diverse art forms were practiced under the instruction of professional artists, Dr. Alan Pascuzzi, Lauro Pepiciello, Fabrizio Lucchesi and Luca Viviani.

Nathalie's unique Florentine experience allowed her to engage with techniques utilised by modern and Renaissance masters.  As you can see, the results of her artistic experiments were particularly impressive!

For those wishing to replicate Nathalie’s experience, the British Institute offers private sculpture lessons taught by Alan Pascuzzi.  As stated on the BIF website, the duration of the course will be tailored to suit the requirements of the individual.  Other courses undertaken by Nathalie can be found at the Accademia Arte San Giovanni Firenze.

For more information visit the link below,

http://www.britishinstitute.it/en/course/126/fine-art-courses/sculpture/private-sculpture-lessons/.

- Ellie Porter HOA intern