Study Academic Drawing and Painting

Instruction is tailored for beginning, intermediate, and advanced-level students.

Materials and Composition: Students develop a comprehensive understanding of materials, techniques, and composition, preparing them for various artistic pursuits, including still life, portraiture, figure drawing, and landscapes.

Assessment and Feedback: Regular assessments and constructive feedback.

Flexibility and Collaboration: Adaptable lessons to individual learning styles, creating an environment where students can freely express ideas.

Sight-Size Method: This classical technique, popularized in the 19th century in Europe, allows artists to achieve accurate proportions and tonal values by working from a fixed distance. Renowned artists like John Singer Sargent and Anders Zorn utilized this method to enhance observational skills. It promotes a direct relationship between the artwork and the subject, encouraging precision in detail and representation.

Constructive Drawing Method: Emphasized by Ilya Repin, artists of the St. Petersburg Academy, and Charles Bargue, this method deconstructs complex forms into simpler shapes, fostering a deeper understanding of structure and form. Bargue's courses and Repin's realist approach have profoundly influenced artistic training, emphasizing accuracy and observational skills.

Complementary Approach: When used together, these methods create a comprehensive artistic training program. The sight-size method hones visual accuracy, while the constructive method provides essential understanding of form and structure. This combination encourages the artist to balance keen observation with conceptual thinking, allowing for greater versatility in artistic practice. By adapting techniques based on the subject, the artist can achieve both technical proficiency and creative interpretation.

€21.00/hr rate. Typical lesson duration is 3 hours.

Lesson Pack: 5 lessons for €283.00 (10% discount)

Materials are not included. Students are responsible for providing their own supplies; a recommended materials list will be provided.

The studio is located in the heart of Florence, a 20-minute walk from the Duomo, and easily accessible through public transportation.