Train in classical painting online
Developed for artists to receive individual classical academic art training without needing to travel to Florence. In this online program, we bring the training, critiques and guidance to you at home so you can learn at your own pace.
Throughout the course, students complete a sequence of exercises, progressing from targeted technical studies (composition, compression, underpainting, color) to more complex projects and preparatory studies for larger works.
Program Duration6 weeks full-time / 12 weeks part-time
The course lasts six weeks. For students with a busy schedule, the program can be extended to twelve weeks.
Inclusions6 live video lessons - including recording
All videos remain available to the student indefinitely and can be rewatched at any time.
One live 3-hour session each week
scheduled in accordance with you
One live 90-minute weekly critique session
reviewing your work and progress
Ongoing support throughout the week
via written communication and individual guidance
Topics Covered
Figure Drawing: Anatomical & Gestural
Still Life; Alla Prima
Portrait
Palette Mixing
Still Life; Classical
Figure
Online Program Details
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Real-time recorded instructional videos
Weekly live Zoom sessions
Individualized guidance
Weekly critiques
Direct communication with instructors throughout the week
A combination of work from life and from reference
A balance between technical exercises and students’ personal projects
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To complete paintings from beginning to end with technical confidence
To explore and apply a variety of traditional painting approaches
To deepen understanding of composition, color theory, drawing, materials, and paint application
To develop a sustainable and personal studio practice
To adapt your working space to support and reinforce your artistic development
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You will work on your own artistic projects, rather than reproducing pre-designed assignments
We combine structured technical instruction with your individual creative direction
Special attention is given to how you organize your time and space, so that painting becomes a stable and integrated part of your life
You are not left alone with recorded content - you receive consistent live instruction and personal feedback
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Six video lessons, recorded in real time, covering the following subjects:
Anatomical and gestural figure drawing
Palette mixing and flesh tones
Alla prima still life
Classical still life
Portrait
Figure
All videos remain available to the student indefinitely and can be rewatched at any time.
One live three-hour lesson per week (scheduled in accordance with each student)
One live 90-minute weekly critique session, reviewing each student’s work and progress
Ongoing support throughout the week via written communication and individual guidance
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In addition to the live lesson and critique (4.5 hours per week), students are expected to dedicate a minimum of six additional hours per week to their weekly project.
The more consistent the daily engagement, the more noticeable the progress over the duration of the program. -
If you are seeking classical, academic training in drawing and painting, but are unable to commit to full-time study or travel abroad, this program is designed to adapt to your life.
It supports artists in establishing or strengthening their independent practice - in a structured, focused, and personally meaningful way.
Meet Your Instructors
Giannina Beatrice Mellema
Is a German-Dutch painter based in Florence. After several years of training, she decided to open a space where exchange and learning played a core part. Experimentation and research in the medium of painting are a necessity.
“It is a blessing to live in a country like Italy that provides you the best tools to understand the means of visual language.”
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2017 - 2021 : The Florence Academy of Art, Advanced Painting Program
2022: Daniela Astone, Landscape Painting workshop, Florence
2021 - 2022: Ecorche with Maudie Brady, The Florence Academy of Art
2021: Landscape Painting with Tanvi Pathare, The Florence Academy of Art
2020: Vitaly Shtanko Portrait painting workshop
2019: Amaya Gurpide, The Narrative Language in Drawing workshop
2019: Sculpture for Painters with Mitch Shea, The Florence Academy of Art
2019 : Workshop of Drawing & Painting, Repin Academy
2019: Painting & Drawing the Portrait with Ivan Loginov
2018: Eloy Morales, Portrait Painting Workshop
2018: Cesar Santos, Portrait from Life Workshop
2016 - 2017 : trained in the studio of Samuele Vanni, former student of Pietro Annigoni
2013 - 2016 : Scuola d’Arte La Bottega di Arcimboldo
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2022 - Stasera, Mostra at Studio Gecko, Florence
2022 - Studio 10 Exhibition
2023 - Mostra Personale, Spazio Espositivo San Marco, Florence
Martha Helga Hornig
Martha is a German/Serbian painter based in Florence.
After a classical education she decided to open a studio where she now works and teaches, reflecting on her previous training and evolving her understanding of visual art.
Currently in her work she explores the aspects of human expression , integrating them in the pictorial language.
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Florence Academy of art, advanced painting programme 2018 - 2021
Daniela Astone landscape workshop 2022
Tanvi Pathare landscape painting workshop 2021
Vitaly Shtanko Portrait painting workshop 2020
Imperial Academy of Art ,Saint Petersburg summer-workshop 2019
Ivan Loginov Portrait workshop 2019
Teresa Oaxaca Portrait workshop, 2018
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2022 - Stasera, Mostra at Studio Gecko, Florence
2022 - Studio 10 Exhibition
2023 - Mostra Personale, Spazio Espositivo San Marco, Florence
See us at work in our Florence studio
We Speak Your Language
Giannina and Martha can offer critiques in the following languages:
Italian
English
Russian
German
Spanish
Program Options & Pricing
2500€
All videos remain available to the student indefinitely and can be rewatched at any time.
One live three-hour lesson per week (scheduled in accordance with each student)
One live 90-minute weekly critique session, reviewing each student’s work and progress
Ongoing support throughout the week via written communication and individual guidance
3500€
All videos remain available to the student indefinitely and can be rewatched at any time.
Two live three-hour lesson per week (scheduled in accordance with each student), we will work side by side with you on your personal project, guiding you and giving demos with the exact same setup that you choose
Two live 90-minute weekly critique sessions, reviewing each student’s work and progress
Ongoing support throughout the week via written communication and individual guidance
Enrollment Call
If you are interested in our online program, please use the scheduler to arrange a free call with us to discuss your enrollment in the program.
