The Florence Atelier Week
An immersive week of craft, culture & connection in the heart of Florence
"Step into Florence's private ateliers with artist-historian Rhianne. A relaxed, all-inclusive week of timeless art workshops — perfect for beginners and seasoned creators alike."
Join us in Florence for an immersive week of hands-on workshops with our favourite local masters skilled artists personally selected not only for their expertise, but for their warmth and the genuine passion they have for their trade.
Each experience has been hand-selected and tailored exclusively for us. Some workshops take place in the intimate light of personal ateliers; others within renowned Florentine academies true institutions of the city.
Awaken your inner creator. You will leave with a collection of one-of-a-kind treasures, each handcrafted by you.
“I have personally selected each master not only for the quality of their craft, but for their warmth, their generosity, and their willingness to truly share their world.”
— Rhianne Taylor, Founder · Artisan Tour Italy
Construct your own leather svuotatasche (valet tray) from the ground up: learn to cut, glue, and hand-stitch, using foundational artisan techniques.
Discover the history of Italian ceramics as you paint a traditional piece with intricate motifs, following the centuries-old decorative styles and regional color palettes of the masters.
Study within a prestigious Florentine academy to master the art of stone-setting. Work with high-quality silver and cubic zirconia gems at a traditional banco da orafo to create your own professional solitaire ring.
Work within a historic Florentine printing academy to explore the art of relief printing, carving original compositions and hand-pressing your designs directly onto fabric.
Follow the traditional steps used to create the enduring wood panels found today in Italy's churches and private collections. Mix mineral pigments with egg yolk and apply gold leaf to create a luminous work built to last.
Learn the "buon fresco" technique, painting with mineral pigments directly onto fresh, wet lime plaster to create an enduring, timeless work of art.
Rhianne Taylor
British Artist-Historian & Founder
As a British Artist-Historian with 15 years of life in Italy, I've spent over a decade uncovering the "how" and "why" behind the world's most iconic art. My connection to Florence truly began in 2009 while working at the Duomo, but I soon realised that the real story of the city is told in the hidden workshops where tradition is still a living, breathing practice.
As I am a practicing artist, I’ve crafted this week to bridge the gap between you and the great masters, turning complex technical secrets into an effortless, hands-on journey. I can't wait to guide you as you step behind the scenes of the Renaissance and bring your own pieces of Florentine history to life.
We will be staying at our favorite 4-star hotel in Florence. Its central location allows us to walk to and from all of our workshops with ease, yet it is tucked just far enough off the main circuit to offer a true oasis for recharging after a day of creating.
Private Comfort: Each participant enjoys their own private double room with an en-suite bathroom and daily breakfast included.
The View: You will have full access to the hotel's stunning rooftop, which boasts spectacular panoramic views over the Florentine skyline.
The Cherry on Top: The hotel features a beautiful rooftop pool that is open year-round and heated in the winter—the perfect place for a sunset soak after a day at the workbench.
per person · single occupancy double room
Traveling with a companion? If you are joining as a pair and happy to share a room, contact us for our discounted shared-occupancy rate.
We are currently finalising the last experience details and launching our website. As we've already received significant interest, we have opened a booking waitlist. Spaces are strictly limited to 12 participants per tour.
*Price may be subject to change prior to final publication.
Whether you'd like to reserve your place, ask about the program details, or simply find out more, Rhianne and Emma are here to help.
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A glimpse of the workshops, artisans, and moments that make the Florence Atelier Week so special.
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