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1 hour 45 minutes
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Be an artist for one day: learn the marvelous art of the watercolors with the great Venetian artist: Nicola Tenderini, that he will escort you through the city to find the ideal corner to paint, creating your own artwork by watercolors.
The experience starts at the artist workshop where he will do a brief introduction about his artistic life and watercolors art.
Then, Nicola will bring you on the romantic spot (chosen at the moment) where you start to paint your own artwork.
You will admire the wonderful landscapes of Venice creating your personal painting.
Lesson are suitable both for beginners and experts and to everyone who wishes painting would live “en plein air” discovering the techniques of watercolor.
Let you guide by the Venetian teacher and you will live the real artistic soul of Venice!
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
The customers health is the most important matter for us, the tour operates in according to the Covid-19 National directives in order to guarantee the experiences in a safe environment.
All customer touchpoints are frequently cleaned, and the tour will leave with small groups.
We only ask the kindness to bring the own mask in case you need to wear it.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
working items, colors, brush, watercolors, water, chair or easel and napkin to clean the brush
A bookmark for each participant
During the whole class the master artist will be close to you in order to explain and show the secrets and technics to gain the best pictorial reflections, colors shade between clouds and sky or the details of lights and shadows using the great technic of watercolors. Nicola run its own workshop where he shares his love for the art, in the past he has worked also in decoration works of Fenice Theatre and many 5-stars hotels in Venice! Graduated in the “Accademia of Fine Art” he’s spent his live painting with the watercolors and, now, he is considered one of the main Venetian painters in Venice.
43 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Chris E,
Oct 21, 2024
- Viator
The weather was poor (raining) so we ended up in the studio which was understandable. It ended up being just the 2 of us and the artist was very patient with us as we are just beginners. He gave us some great tips about using the watercolours, creating the palette, setting up the painting and the how to construct the image. The image he chose seemed way to detailed for us but he was able to have us produce something recognisable in the 2 hour session. He is a great communicator and teacher. We would wholeheartedly recommend this experience.
Natalie G,
Oct 1, 2024
- Viator
It was such a pleasure to follow Nicola’s instructions. Starting with evaluating which scene we wanted to paint followed by a pencil sketch them moving to the water coloring was fun! Highly recommend!!! We also enjoyed shopping in Nicola’s gallery. Ciao!
Tahsin R,
Aug 15, 2024
- Viator
Absolutely a breathtaking experience, never in my life did I think I would be standing next to an enchanting canal in VENICE, painting away live! The painter has many many years of experience and such a nice gentleman to work with. Oh gosh how I miss Venice!!!
Heidi K,
Jul 8, 2024
- Viator
My 17-year old loved learning the art of watercolor from Nicola! He was very thorough, patient and precise in his instruction and gave her a solid introduction. The spot he chose was quiet, shaded and beautiful. It was a truly special experience to be making art in this beautiful city with a professional artist!
Harry G,
Jun 2, 2024
- Viator
Nicola was wonderful. He spent the whole time working with my granddaughter who learnt new water color techniques. She enjoyed the experience immensely. Thoroughly recommended.
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