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Accademia del Giglio \u00b7 Florence, since 1995<\/span>

Learn art in the heart of Florence<\/h1>

Drawing, painting, sculpture and fresco courses for all levels, all year round, just steps from the Bargello Museum. Small classes, qualified teachers and lessons in English or Italian.<\/p>

Explore our courses<\/a>Art workshops<\/a><\/div><\/div>
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Our courses<\/span>

From your first pencil to the Academy<\/h2>

Short and long courses, intensive or just a few hours, for beginners and advanced students. You can start almost any week.<\/p><\/div>\n

\n\"Drawing

Drawing and painting courses<\/h3>

From the basics to advanced techniques in 9 units: charcoal, sanguine, tempera, oil, watercolour and much more. From one week to nine months, starting every Monday.<\/p>Find out more \u2192<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n\"Advanced

Advanced drawing and painting<\/h3>

A one-year programme for students who want to take on more complex compositions, techniques and subjects and develop a personal approach.<\/p>Find out more \u2192<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n\"Two-year

Two-year course in visual arts<\/h3>

Two years to turn your passion into an artistic path: classical techniques together with graphics, comics and illustration.<\/p>Find out more \u2192<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n\"Life

Life drawing and painting<\/h3>

The human figure from life, with notions of anatomy: 12 hours a week with a live model. No experience needed.<\/p>Find out more \u2192<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n\"Sculpture

Sculpture course with clay<\/h3>

Realist sculpture in 3 units over 12 weeks, or just part of it (minimum 4 weeks), 14 or 20 hours a week.<\/p>Find out more \u2192<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n\"Fresco

Fresco course<\/h3>

The technique of Giotto and the great masters: natural pigments laid on fresh plaster to create warm, subtle tones.<\/p>Find out more \u2192<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n\"One

One day of art in Florence<\/h3>

An intensive day of drawing and painting in our studio or among the city’s monuments, in small groups.<\/p>Find out more \u2192<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n\"One

One day of art in Tuscany<\/h3>

Draw and paint in the Chianti hills, Siena, San Gimignano or Lucca, with one-on-one or two-on-one lessons, weekends included.<\/p>Find out more \u2192<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n\"Weekend

Weekend art courses<\/h3>

A weekend in Florence’s artistic atmosphere, drawing and painting, with one-on-one or two-on-one lessons.<\/p>Find out more \u2192<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n\"Preparation

Preparation for the Fine Arts Academies<\/h3>

Strategies and tips to pass the admission exam to the Italian Academies of Fine Arts: Florence, Brera, Carrara, Rome and more.<\/p>Find out more \u2192<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n\"Italian

Italian language and art<\/h3>

Italian in small groups in the morning, drawing and painting in the afternoon: two passions in one stay.<\/p>Find out more \u2192<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n\"Courses

Courses for school groups<\/h3>

Language, art and culture courses tailored to schools and groups, in English or Italian, with visits and activities in the city.<\/p>Find out more \u2192<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div><\/section>\n

Why Accademia del Giglio<\/span>

An art school built around its students<\/h2><\/div>\n
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1995<\/span>

Over 30 years of experience<\/h3>

We have been teaching art and Italian in Florence since 1995, to students from all over the world.<\/p><\/div>\n

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Small classes<\/h3>

Approx. 8 students per class: your teacher really follows each of you.<\/p><\/div>\n

Bargello<\/span>

In the cradle of the Renaissance<\/h3>

Opposite the Bargello Museum, a short walk from the Cathedral and Palazzo Vecchio.<\/p><\/div>\n

12 months<\/span>

All year round<\/h3>

Courses in English or Italian, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, visa assistance and discounts with our student card.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n

Art workshops<\/span>

One week, one technique<\/h2>

Intensive seminars from Monday to Friday: 30 hours of lessons in our studio or around Florence. All materials are included.<\/p><\/div>\n

\n\"PortraitPortrait and Self-portrait Workshop<\/span><\/a>\n\"Life-drawing,Life-drawing, life-painting and anatomy workshop<\/span><\/a>\n\"ClassicalClassical drawing workshop<\/span><\/a>\n\"WatercolourWatercolour workshop<\/span><\/a>\n\"FrescoFresco workshop<\/span><\/a>\n\"TrompeTrompe l\u2019oeil workshop<\/span><\/a>\n\"SculptureSculpture Workshop<\/span><\/a>\n\"DecorationDecoration Workshop<\/span><\/a>\n\"ArtArt in the museums of Florence<\/span><\/a>\n\"DrawingDrawing and\/or Painting from a photo<\/span><\/a>\n\"Floral PaintingFloral Painting workshop<\/span><\/a>\n\"AnimalAnimal Painting workshop<\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n

All workshops \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/section>\n

Testimonials<\/span>

What our students say<\/h2><\/div>\n
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I spend 2 incredible months at Accademia del Giglio! I started at a total basic level and ended not only with a lot of new techniques and skill, but also with a much bigger love for art than I had imagined.<\/p>Andrea P., Denmark<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n

I had my last class at Academia del Giglio in Florence today. Learnt more this week than on any other course, & A. is a fantastic teacher. Highly recommend the course.<\/p>Nick D., UK<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n

I took your drawing classes for one week and it was a unique experience I will never forget! Thank You.<\/p>Patricia B., Switzerland<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>

Read all testimonials<\/a><\/p><\/section>\n

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Special offers<\/h3>

Discounts, reductions and scholarships.<\/p><\/a>\n

Gift ideas<\/h3>

Give an art class in Florence, to be used within one year.<\/p><\/a>\n

Online shop<\/h3>

Book and pay for your course directly online.<\/p><\/a>\n<\/div><\/section>\n

Contact<\/span>

Come and visit us<\/h2><\/div>\n

Address<\/h3>

Accademia del Giglio
Via Ghibellina 116
50122 Florence, Italy<\/p>

Phone and WhatsApp<\/h3>

+39 351 275 4681<\/a>
9am\u20139pm, every day<\/p>

Email<\/h3>

info@adg.it<\/a><\/p>

Office<\/h3>

Monday to Friday, 9am\u20135pm<\/p><\/div>