Apollon art studio

Florence

Apollon art studio

Florence

Painting class Florence

Apollon Art Studio is an art school in Florence specializing in traditional techniques, where international students, beginners, and enthusiasts can train through programs that combine practice, theory, and historical references. Anyone who enters our art studio in Florence immediately understands our goal: to provide concrete and structured training to become competent artists.

Principal Courses

Painting Courses

A program dedicated to oil painting. Students learn academic techniques, alla prima and glazing techniques, realistic rendering, and correct use of materials, often starting with still life. Courses last at least one week and can be intensive or morning-only. Suitable for beginners and advanced levels.

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Drawing Courses

A course designed for those starting from scratch. Students study proportions, construction, chiaroscuro, life drawing and drawing from images, with charcoal, pencil, pen, and sanguine. It is one of the most requested programs for those seeking a drawing and painting course in Florence or a weekly art course in Florence for beginners.

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Sculpture course

The sculpture course introduces clay modeling, from bas-relief to sculpture in the round. Notions of armatures and anatomy are included, fundamental for understanding forms and proportions. In longer programs, students can also create a plaster cast of the modeled work. In sculpture courses, materials are always included. The course is available for all levels, from beginners to advanced students.

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Other Thematic Programs

In addition to the main courses, we offer various programs that address specific needs:

Beginner Drawing and Painting Course

Study the basic techniques of both mediums

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Figure Drawing and Painting Course

Drawing, Anatomy, and Painting

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Still Life Painting Course

For beginners

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Portraiture Course

Learn portrait drawing and painting methods

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Art Techniques of Old Masters Course

From the Early Renaissance to the Nineteenth Century

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Landscape Painting Course

With the possibility of outdoor sessions in long-term courses.

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Our Story

Painting class Florence - drawing and painting classes in Italy

Our art studio in Florence, Tuscany, was born from the desire to offer truly formative art courses, capable of integrating technical method and daily fieldwork.
We welcome a very diverse audience: foreign students, absolute beginners, enthusiasts who wish to grow, and students who want to explore art as a possible career.
The environment is warm and welcoming, with professional, kind, and helpful teachers who guide each student according to their level.

Why Choose Apollon Art Studio

The studio’s strength is based on a method that integrates theory and practice, on teaching founded on traditional artistic techniques, and on programs suited even to those with no experience.
Classes are held exclusively in person, in our historic 17th-century studio, with intensive and weekly courses for those seeking complete and structured training.

The Studio

Apollon Art Studio is located in a historic 17th-century palace, on the ground floor, with 180 m² dedicated to artistic training.
The studio provides the materials for all drawing and sculpting courses while the students bring their own painting materials. For those who wish, a material rental option is also available directly in the studio.
The environment is quiet and welcoming, ideal for focusing on classical art techniques.

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Prospective Students

Our studio hosts courses throughout the year and accepts new students every Monday. Spots are limited; we accept a maximum of 8 students per class. The smaller group ensures more enjoyable learning and tailor-made lessons of the best quality. We ask you to please contact us in advance of the enrollment date in order to check our availability before booking.