FRESCOES COURSE IN VENICE

06-10 July 2010    /    03-07 August 2010

The tradition of decorative frescoes was extremely well-established in Venice; the XVIII century in particular, was a period during which highly elaborate ceilings and walls in palazzos and churches were completed in their pseudo-architectural settings, increasing the Illusionistic effect and making the actual space appear much larger.

The fresco could also basically be described as a large-sized colour drawing that, by its very nature, requires a quick mind and hand, spontaneity and confidence.

This course adopts a practical approach to the knowledge of this technique and will cover some of the most important aspects, thus enabling the participant to understand the absolutely unique limits and advantages of the subject.

The course requires no artistic experience, just curiosity and interest in art.

Teacher: Alice Rossetti 

Graduated from the Venice Academy of Fine Arts, and teaches painting techniques in its various forms at the Venetian Civic Museums, offering workshops for students and adults.

She specialises in frescoes and will guide the participants through all the stages necessary for them to become familiar with the creation of a personal work of art.

The course foresees an introduction to the knowledge of the basic elements for the technique of frescoes. 

•   Elements of the history of frescoes – outline of restoration.
•   Knowledge of the materials used for plastering.
•   Presentation of colours and their use.
•   Personal composition.

During the course (on the second day) there will be a visit to Ca’ Rezzonico, Museum of the Venetian Eighteenth hundred, where the participants will be able to admire frescoes by Tiepolo and other artists with greater precision, evaluating the technical characteristics of both content and conservation.