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5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Craft ceramic art in a serene Florentine studio

Learn the art of carving clay at my serene hillside studio, where you’ll explore Florence’s ceramic history, various clay types, and the philosophy of embracing imperfection. You’ll create a handmade bowl or mug crafted using natural elements as tools. • Begin with an overview of ceramics, including its connection to Florentine artisans and the techniques you’ll use to create your unique piece. • Work with stoneware clay, preparing it for carving and shaping your vessel. I’ll guide you step by step, using tools like stones, shells, and wood to create texture and form. • Refine your creation with finishing touches, such as carving a giglio Fiorentino for a Florentine flair. We’ll end with a Q&A, where I’ll share creative insights and tips for finding the best Tuscan ceramics during your visit. You’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for ceramics, the joy of creating something one-of-a-kind, and your handcrafted piece as a lasting keepsake. Note: If you’re staying locally, I’ll deliver your finished bowl or mug after firing. Otherwise, I can ship it to your home for an additional fee... (usually for Europe or USA could be around 30/40 euros)

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Craft a wooden puzzle at a master artisan's atelier

Step into my San Frediano studio and explore the timeless art of wood marquetry. Using traditional techniques, you’ll cut, assemble, and burnish veneers to craft your own wooden puzzle, blending ancient Florentine methods with Japanese precision. • We’ll begin with a brief history of marquetry and my philosophy of fusing Japanese and Italian techniques. • Learn to cut and assemble fine wood veneers like ebony, rosewood, and mahogany, creating intricate designs. I’ll demonstrate the process before you try it with a selection of veneers. • Discover the Florentine method of sand burning, adding depth and shading to your pieces for a rich, dimensional effect. Using traditional tools and techniques, you’ll polish and finish three small pieces to take home as personalized souvenirs from my studio.

5 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews

Design and print your poster with a Florentine printmaker

Discover the history and techniques of screen printing and letterpress, then combine both methods to create a custom poster. Choose from our designs or phrases from the classic Florentine dialect. • Start with an introduction to screen printing and letterpress techniques, exploring the tools and materials we will use in the session. • Experiment with screen printing and letterpress on selected paper. Print your final postcard in letterpress and screen printing as if they were works of art. For an additional cost, you can print the designs on bags or t-shirts, using the screen printing technique.

4.5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Paint and sip wine with the view of Ponte Vecchio

This relaxed and fun painting class is suitable whether you’re a first-timer or an experienced artist, I’ll provide personalized guidance and encouragement throughout the process. Step by step. • You’ll be welcomed into the studio, and I’ll provide an overview of the history of painting in Florence and its central role in establishing the city as a hub of commerce, culture, and the arts for centuries. • Once you’ve chosen your subject for the painting, together with your group, we’ll begin with a step-by-step sketching tutorial. I’ll then walk you through the painting process in a way that suits your experience level. • As we paint, you’ll sip on two glasses of fine Tuscan wine. I’ll walk around the room, offering individual feedback and support as your creation takes shape. • At the end, you can take photos with your artwork against the backdrop of Ponte Vecchio, the famous medieval bridge just outside our studio. You’ll leave with your own little masterpiece, a souvenir that embodies both your creative achievement and a deeper connection to Florence’s artistic heritage.

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Crafting Porcelain in an Artisan Atelier

Step into the enchanting atmosphere of my artisan workshop, where the scents and materials of traditional craftsmanship blend with contemporary creativity. Dive into hands-on techniques in this authentic space—filled with clays, molds, plasters, pigments, oils, and waxes—in the heart of a historic Tuscan village. • Begin with a guided tour of my studio, where I’ll share the secrets behind my artistic process, the inspirations that drive my work, and a look at what I'm working on. • Experiment with traditional techniques with a special focus on porcelain by discovering its behaviors, scents and colors, letting your curiosity and creativity guide you. • Enjoy aperitivos served on my own ceramic tableware and platters. As you sip and snack, learn about the magic behind ceramics and the rich tradition of Tuscan craftsmanship. You will leave the experience with a new perspective on the world of craftsmanship, a renewed sense of creativity, a desire to get stuck in.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Shape marble & clay in Florentine studio with a pro sculptor

Step inside historic Florentine studio for a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process From raw sketch to clay, marble, plaster and much more. • I’ll show you around the Studio, originally the workspace of celebrated Florentine painter Tito Conti. • Learn key sculpting techniques how work with marble, plaster and clay. You’ll see tools in action, and observe the step-by-step process of shaping a final piece. • Analyze works in progress as the creative choices behind them. Try your hand at basic techniques such as modeling clay, making small carvings, and handling traditional tools. You’ll leave with new eyes, an array of recommendations to how to look and keep exploring Florence’s sculptural heritage, and new appreciation for this enduring artistic tradition.

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Sketch Florence’s sights with a professional illustrator

Sketch your way through the heart of Florence! Join a professional artist as we visit three iconic spots, pausing at each location to sketch. Whether you’re a practiced artist or just starting with a pencil, I’ll be there to help you explore your own distinctive style. • We’ll begin our adventure at the iconic Piazza della Signoria, where I’ll hand you a sketchbook and a pencil (included in Experience price). • From there, we’ll move on to Ponte Santa Trinita for a stunning view of the Ponte Vecchio, and then we’ll visit Santo Spirito to draw the basilica’s famous facade. • At the end of our journey, we’ll settle in the Santo Spirito square to share our creations with one another over an aperitivo (drink price not included). I’ll help you slow down, look around, and capture Florence in your own distinctive way. If you choose to pay for postage, I’ll even scan one of your sketches and print it onto a postcard to mail back to you as a keepsake from your artistic day in Florence.

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Learn the secrets behind art restoration with experts

Learn all about art restoration in our state-of-the-art workshop—and watch us as we restore and preserve the beauty and value of real historical works. • We’ll welcome you into our atelier and show you how each part of it plays a role in helping us restore works on paper and parchment. • Next, we’ll present some of the artworks we’re currently restoring, detailing the interventions required for each piece and the techniques we’re using to preserve their beauty and value. We’ll answer any questions you may have. • Finally, we’ll perform a hands-on demonstration, letting you observe techniques like cleaning, stitching, and reintegrating missing areas. By the end of the visit, you’ll have a deeper understanding of the process of bringing out the beauty hiding in every artwork, as well as a special souvenir to commemorate the experience.

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Step inside an Italian atelier and explore couture up close

Fashion is more than style; it’s a living history stitched into every seam. At my Florence atelier, you’ll trace the evolution of Italian fashion from the effortless glamour of the 1960s to the precision of today’s couture. Through hands-on experiences and with insider access, you’ll see how craftsmanship, creativity, and culture shape each stitch. • We’ll begin with a welcome coffee and an introduction to Florentine fashion, from its deep tailoring roots to the icons who made Italian style legendary. • Through archival photos and videos, we’ll explore how cinema and Italy’s top fashion houses shaped the industry. • You’ll get hands-on with luxurious fabrics like silk, linen, and velvet, learning how to recognize quality and texture. • Follow the sketch-to-runway journey as I reveal how a designer’s vision transforms into an elegant, handcrafted piece. We’ll end the experience with a glass of wine or tea on the terrace, where we’ll chat and reflect on the day. Before you go, you’ll receive a small gift, a bookmark and scrunchie, to carry a piece of this world with you.

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A walking tour through Florence's landmarks and hidden gems

Looking to discover a side of Florence that goes beyond the typical tourist hotspots? Join me on a three-hour tour, weaving through the city’s quieter streets to uncover places beloved by locals. • We’ll start at Piazza Santissima Annunziata, a charming square and the birthplace of Renaissance architecture, before heading to the Medici Chapels, home to spectacular Florentine mosaics, and the New Sacristy, a testimony to Michelangelo’s artistry. • Next, we’ll visit Santa Trinita Bridge, a lesser-known yet picturesque spot for breathtaking views and local charm. As we walk between locations, I’ll share insights about the city’s rich history and artistic influences. • We’ll end our tour with a cappuccino at Bardini Gardens, a hilltop oasis offering some of the city’s best panoramic views, as well as the place where Italian art was showcased to the world. *Please note* that entrance to the Bardini Gardens and the Medici Chapel (19€ total per person) must be paid on the day of the tour at the entrance to the locations, the tickets are not included in the cost of the tour.

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5 out of 5 average rating, 386 reviews

Portraits and panoramas in iconic spots in Florence

Shooting people who dont know how to pose:) IG dolcevitaphotoshoot Named the Best Arbnb Photo Experience of 2024 Named a TOP 10 Photographer in Florence by Wezoree My works have been published in Vogue, Elle, The Wedd and Brides. My photoshoot is a perfectly organised route, we will take a lot of different photos throughout the hour. I know all the hidden places of Florence for amazing pictures and have hight level of photography skills. Programs: 1.Our starting point will be Piazzale Michelangelo, the most famous, and breathaking view of Florence. You will get amazing panoramic photos with view of Florence and Duomo. OR 2.The program (on request for PRIVATE groups only, avl only in the morning): Duomo, pz Repubblica, pz Signoria, Ponte Vecchio. Pay attention there are two options: Shared photoshoot (6 persons) or private one. If You want only Your group (or You and Your partner) to be at the photoshoot You have to book the experience for PRIVATE group and enter the number of persons. You will get ALL ORIGINAL photos and 30 edited photos/person (60 photos/2 persons). I specialize in proposals, engagement sessions, pre-wedding shoots, as well as family portraits with young children and large groups of adults.

5 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviews

Private Photoshoot in Florence

*After you booked I will contact you 2 days before the photoshoot. - We will meet at the Meeting Point in city center for morning sessions or at Piazzale Michelangelo for the evening ones, where we will get to know each other a little better before starting the exprerience. - We will explore the city and stop in the most beautiful spots such as: Piazza Duomo - Piazza Repubblica - Piazza Signoria - Piazzale degli Uffizi - Ponte Vecchio and many more! *Or: Piazzale Michelangelo and San Mi Miniato area. I always suggest sunrise or sunset, but available anytime. • Singles, Couples, Families, Friends • If you prefer a different time from those available you can contact me before booking. • For any info do not hesitate to contact me. You will get all the Raw photos and then from those a selection to be professionally edited. *If I don’t get any reply from you till 10pm of the day before the photoshoot will be considered cancelled and not refundable. *Over 20min delay will be considered no show up, so cancelled and not refundable.

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 1473 reviews

Florence Skip the Line tour Michelangelo's David-Accademia

Discover the spiritual meaning behind David and the Prisoners, immerse yourself in Michelangelo's world for an hour. This is not a standard tour from a tour operator that uses many guides that present standard content that you can find through an easy search: this is a unique experience because it presents an exclusive content, by a native guide and historical researcher, which allows you to understand Michelangelo creative world in a broad and organic way (with the red thread that links David with the Sistine Chapel); through a logical discussion, understandable even to the youngest, you will be prepared for the final moment of the tour: the Michelangelo life message behind his work. His tour is high-profile, aimed at couples, families with children and friends, but above all for those who want to live an exciting experience in the artistic heart and meanings of the great Michelangelo. Enjoy this easily understandable tour (but with a deeper message) as it is expressed with images and metaphors, making it comprehensible even for children. Participate in a unique perspective based on the Michelangelo's creation process: the red thread that binds Michelangelo's entire artistic work and then you'll discover the artistic and spiritual reason of the greatest artist of all time. The tour duration is about 80 minute. The service includes a queue-jump but in high season it may invo

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 926 reviews

Skip the line, don't skip the David

See the David is something you absolutely have to check in your must-to-do list in your life!!! SMALL GROUPS!!! MAXIMUM 10 PERSONS! Come and see the David with me! I’ll buy for you in advance the SKIP-THE-LINE TICKETS so you’ll finally meet David face-to-face. I’ll explain to you all the meanings behind the David: Why this sculpture is so important? Why the David is a Renaissance’s masterpiece? But that's not all folks! In this museum are hosted the un-finished Michelangelo’s group of sculptures called “Prigioni”. Come and see the David with me! Other things to note The ticket is not included in the price. I will provide the tickets and you ll repay me by cash at the meeting point. -€20 (16 + 4€ booking fee) -€4 of booking fee for children ages 6-18.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 334 reviews

Magical Tuscan Experience

Why not live your experience in Tuscany to the fullest? So what are you waiting for to follow me on a unique journey into the land of Dante Alighieri and Leonardo Da Vinci. we will spend the journey in beautifuls and enchanting places. let yourself be carried away by the beutiful landscapes of the" Crete Senesi"(clays of siena )and it's rolling hills. visit the splendid Val d 'orcia famous for beautiful landscapes and medieval villages. This is a photography experience, So i will help you to take pictures with your phone or mine in fantastics and stunning spots populars in in$tagrm from Tuscany! Frame your ig moments! Check my Ig: toptuscany__experience Duration 7 -8 hours Regular departure from the city of Florence! At 10:00am or At 14:00 sunset experience (avaible only on summer, for more info feel free to ask) -cypresses of San Quirico d'orcia -chapel of Madonna della Vitaleta(view) -city of Pienza (lunch stop not included in the price) -valley of Val d’orcia -Crete Senesi / Tuscan rolling hills And more… Private experience - with this option you can customize the itinerary, is included a photo session with a professional photocamera (in a beautiful farmhouse) The program does not include visits to museums. If the weather conditions are too bad,the experience will be cancel . It will be notice 24h before. And you will be full refunded.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 357 reviews

Private photoshoot in Florence by Tamara

Note - All of my Sessions are private. I shoot only one guest at certain time slot. ( There are availability of 2 guests for couples to book easier ) We will meet each other in the historical center and introduce ourselves, cause the best experience starts with nice communication. we will walk and see the most famous sightseeings - such a Ponte Vecchio, Piazza Duomo, Piazza Signoria , Piazza Repubblica ... and not only famous spots, but I will also guide you in the most beautiful streets that are hidden gems. we will do a lot of memories and photographic shots. I will help you in posing and even in choosing outfits. In the end, we will feel lucky that we are in Florence and have the opportunity of exploring its beauty. Extra information * you will receive around 100-250all the unedited pictures within 72 hours and 5 edited ones within 20 days . Note - send me direct message for family photoshoots and I'll add availability of the guests with discounted price .

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 3009 reviews

Andrea's Tour in Florence ⚜️

This is a 2h outdoor historic walking, starts from the Basilica of Santa Croce (Meeting point) and continues towards the Brunelleschi's Dome. I will guide you through understanding how Florence dominated the world in the past centuries and enchanted it with its art and crafts. You will learn about its past through the fascinating biographies of its great citizens: Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Dante, and many others, and with a special focus on the Medici Family that dominated the city for three centuries! While being carried away in Florence intriguing past, you will be able to see the city's beating center, breath in its vibrant and charming atmosphere and walk past many of its must-visit famous monumnets and my favorite hidden gems. * In the summer my tour at 7PM is the best to avoid the crowds, the sultry heat and the the city is fabulous at sunset! Request a date, if I can I will open it for you based on your needs. Last but not least, it will be a great chance for you to ask me anything you'd like to know about the past and present of Florence. Have a look on my New Experiences - Andrea's Tour in Florence Premium Edition (3 hours version of this tour with the other side of the river Arno) - Andrea's Tour the Uffizi Gallery (I'II provide the tickets for you) - Andrea's Tour the David of Michelangelo (I'II provide the tickets for you)

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 2331 reviews

Unforgettable Tuscan Wine Tour

Embarking on a Chianti escapade? Buckle up for a taste-filled adventure with our wine maestro where you'll meet the owner of each boutique wineries! Picture this: cruising through the breathtaking Tuscan canvas, where vineyards and hills play a mesmerizing duet. First pitstop a luxory villa from 1300, then we move to a snug family winery. Wine-making, cellar tours, and the grand finale in another family run estate – sipping their divine wines paired with classic Tuscan nibbles and top-shelf olive oil. Now, let's dive deep into Chianti's beating heart, like a scene straight out of a movie. Our final destination is Montefioralle, a lovely village where you can feel breath the real tuscan spirit. Pro tips: - light lunch in a winery. - Chuck those heels! Vineyards and cobblestone streets are no place for them. - Piazza Cavalleggeri is your pick-up and drop-off spot. - Please note that during high season months the tour capacity might reach 16 people divided in 2 minivans - tips for the guide are not included

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 1387 reviews

Uffizi Gallery - Uncover the hidden secrets behind

IMPORTANT: TICKET+RESERVATION= FAST ENTRY(Skipe Line) to save your precious vacation time !! I can reserve the ticket for you (pay additionally in the entrance) OR book/buy it by yourself. SMALL GROUP journey Max. 9 people with provided headsets to ensure you enjoy the home of the most outstanding collection of Renaissance art in the world. Together we admire the Uffizzi Gallery, HIGHLIGHTS housed within a former Medici palace, from Giotto to Botticelli, till the peak of this glorious age, Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo and Raffaello … !!! Through my PASSION with my point of view, I am sure you will have a better understanding the artworks from a different perspective and a new reflection of paintings relating to history and Medici family... AFTER our tour, you can continue exploring the gallery at your leisure with my recommendations! Or enjoy a cup of coffee in Uffizi’s terrace cafe with a terrific view of the Palazzo Vecchio.... TO NOTE Skip-the-lineTICKET IS NOT included and paid at the meeting point, just cash please. OR: book/buy tickets by yourself (fast entry also guaranteed) TICKET PRICE: Adults 29€ - 18 y.old 4€ but must have an ID Card (picture)with them. Grazie mille :)

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews

Create an original silver jewel

We'll meet in a small pastry café, not so well known in the city, but where you can taste the best croissants in Florence! You will be my guests for a welcome breakfast! Then we reach my small creative workshop (2 minutes walk) where I'll teach you, step by step, how to create a jewel using the technique of cuttlebone casting. This ancient technique, already known by the Egyptians more than 2000 years ago, is one of my favourites and it's easy to learn. The cuttlefish bone is easy to carve to make a mold that will be filled with melted silver. After my instuctions it will be your turn to project and carve the bone into the shape of your own jewel. You will make your personalized pendant or ring, choosing from the proposed models or creating a new one. I will help you individually to achieve the best result, and, in the mold just carved, I will pour the molten silver so you can immediately see your rough jewel which, once polished, will certainly be your best memory of Florence! After the "hard" work will be my pleasure to invite you in a library coffee bar with a beautiful secret garden to chill with a glass of wine, prosecco or a soft drink... …the best way to end a great experience! The jewel you will create still needs some work to be finished. It will be ready to take away in the late afternoon or the following morning. No special knowledge or skills are required.

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