Introduction to Sculpture in Clay Class at The Florence Studio
Overview
Sculpting in Florence is an experience not to be missed!
Our unique approach will show you how to: (1) master the art of accurate proportions of the face or figure (2) handle clay with confidence (3) see and replicate anatomical characteristics easily
You will learn how to create your own masterpiece and the experience will help you to appreciate and better understand the art in Florence.
What's Included
- Bottled water (and often Prosecco!) is available free at the studio.
- All materials are included for this workshop. No need to bring or purchase supplies or tools.
Meeting Location
Borgo Santi Apostoli
18, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Enjoy a 3-hour introduction to clay sculpture.
In this short workshop you will complete a small classical male or female torso copy from a plaster original using traditional methods.
Learning to sculpt is easy and fun.
Discover how to manipulate clay and create a sculpture of your very own to take home.
Your instructor, Frank Rekrut, is a professional artist and teacher and director of The Florence Studio.
In this class, You will begin by applying clay to a metal armature (the wire framework that will support the portrait or figure).
The initial clay is shaped to reflect the proportions of the original plaster subject in profile.
Once the proportions are established, you will proceed to build out the clay and fill in the three dimensional form.
You will be amazed at the results!
The Florence Studio is a welcoming environment in a beautiful, light-filled palazzo in the historic centre of Florence and the perfect art setting to learn new skills.
This is a fun, hands-on class and it is great for beginners.
All materials and tools are supplied for this workshop.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Bottled water (and often Prosecco!) is available free at the studio.
- All materials are included for this workshop. No need to bring or purchase supplies or tools.
The minimum age to participate is 15. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Introduction to Sculpture in Clay Class at The Florence Studio is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water (and often Prosecco!) is available free at the studio.
- All materials are included for this workshop. No need to bring or purchase supplies or tools.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
