Stone Carving workshop in Tuscany
Unleash your inner artist and hone your stone carving skills while basking in the stunning natural beauty of Tuscany.
Starting from:
€1960 p.p.
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About this course
This week-long stone carving workshop is balanced between education and relaxation. You will carve under the attentive eye of master sculptor Athar Jaber. And after the carving sessions, you can enjoy a Tuscan aperitif before going out to visit the nearby towns and have dinner in one of the many restaurants in the area.
About the venue
The workshop will take place at Casa d’Era, an independent borough located in the heart of Tuscany.
Casa d’Era consists of ten fully autonomous apartments. They are both suited for intimate couples or families.
Who is this course for
This workshop is for everyone interested in stone carving, from beginners to experts who want to get a good, solid grounding in the craft, while enjoying a relaxing holiday in Tuscany.
Difficulty level: Beginner to intermediate
Prerequisite: None
How it works
The lessons
Each day will consist of 6 hours of lessons. Three hours in the morning and three hours in the afternoon. With a lunch break between 13:00 and 14:00. The sculpting day will end at 17:00.
The artwork
Depending on your experience and skill level, choose one of the three proposed exercises ranging from letter carving, architectural stone masonry or ornamental carving.
The apartments
The venue has 9 fully furnished apartments that can host between 3 and 8 people.
What's included
Tools and stone
All carving materials such as hammers, chisels, and stone are included.
Apartment
Prices include a 7-night stay in one of the fully furnished apartments at Casa d’Era. Depending on which apartment you choose, they can host between 3 and 8 people. Bring your family or friends along. The price remains the same!
Tuition fee
6 hours of lessons a day, five days long, for a total of 30 hours.
What's not included
Transport
Transport to and from Casa d’Era
(it is advisable to rent a car for the whole week).
Meals
Meals are not included. All apartments have fully equipped kitchens and markets are nearby.
Safety gear
It is advisable to bring your own safety equipment such as eye protection, ear protection, gloves and safety shoes.
Optional extras
Excursion to Carrara
A one-day excursion to Carrara where you will be guided through the iconic marble quarries, the city of Carrara and the local historical stone carving studios.
Wine tasting
A wine tasting session in one the many nearby wineries.
What you will learn
Introduction to basic tools and techniques and one of the following:
letter carving
ornamental sculpture
architectural sculpture
figurative sculpture
Course summary
Where: Casa d’Era, Lajatico
When: 17 – 24 March 2024
Total lesson time: 6 hrs/day for a total of 30 hrs
Difficulty: all levels
Price: Starting from 1950 Euro
Course instructor: Athar Jaber
Stone Carving in Tuscany
Unleash your inner artist and hone your stone carving skills while basking in the stunning natural beauty of Tuscany.
6 hrs daily lessons
One-on-one mentoring
All materials included
7-night stay