Introduction Frescoes Workshop at the Bonita Museum & Cultural Center

Come join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn a beginner’s class all about doing the ancient art of frescoes! Our talented instructor Virgina Val, will guide you through the process of creating your stunning fresco masterpiece. No experience is necessary – just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! This in-person event will be held at 4355 Bonita Rd. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore the world of frescoes in a fun and interactive setting. See you there!

On Sale · Starts Jun 29, 2024 at 12:00 PM

CLASS DESCRIPTION: 
This class will provide students with the material techniques and art-historical context to understand Italian fresco painting. The art of fresco is particularly varied, and includes drawing, painting, color theory and plaster preparation.  Students will leave the course with knowledge of these techniques and be familiar with the history of the fresco and with its important artists and their work throughout the world.      
SUMMARY OF COURSE CONTENT: 
A multi-media workshop, the course combines elements of art history and studio art. While the goal is to provide and is an introduction to the history of fresco painting in Italy from the Roman period to the Renaissance, it is also to study the traditional techniques of fresco painting and engage in the production of fresco work. Students will learn all phases of fresco making from mortar mixing and surface preparation on tile, drawing studies and transfer, to dry pigment preparation and application. Student projects may vary according to background and interest, from research projects to actual paintings, and, due to the scope of the subject, collaborations and group projects are encouraged. 
LEARNING OUTCOMES: 
Students will leave the course with knowledge of the material techniques of fresco painting and be familiar with the principal artists in the genre as well as leaving with their own personal Fresco painting to share with others.