WORKSHOPS 2026.

‘‘The mere exposure to masterworks does not suffice. Too many persons visit museums and collect picture books without ever gaining access to art. The inborn capacity to understand through the eyes has been put to sleep and must be reawakened. This is best accomplished by handling pencils, brushes, chisels and perhaps cameras.’’

-Rudolf Arnheim

We carefully selected workshops with artists from all over the world, teaching and sharing their unique processes and knowledge about image making.

The intimate atmosphere of the Atelier allows for a communal feeling of personal exchange and expression.

February 7th, 2026

KAROU HIROSE

SUMI-E

150€

Sumi-e - sumi (ink) and e (painting) is an ancient Asian art form that uses only black ink, water, and paper. With its dinstinctive brushstrokes and minimal materials, semi-e captures light, shadow, volume, and perspective with subtlety and depth, reflecting a sense of calm and simplicity.

the course also introduces Bokisaiaga, a technique that blends ink with Japanese watercolour (Gansai).

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:

Karou is a Sumi-e artist and certified instructor accredited by the International Sumi-e Association in Tokio under Master Katori Kinsui. Originally from Japan now based near Barcelona, she has been teaching Sumi-e since 2013in art universities and other institutions across several European cities.

What you will learn:

-Introduction to the history and philosophy of Sumi-e, its essential materials, and fundamental brush techniques through the study of the Four Gentlemen.

-Exploration of flora, fauna, and landscapes, with a focus on brushwork, texture, composition, negative space, depth, and tonal variation ink.

-Study of traditional Japanese artworks for inspiration and technical insights.

-Creation of original paintings that integrate all learned techniques.

All materials are included.

Maximum enrollment 15 students.

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STEVE CHMILAR

INVENTIVE STORYTELLING

1400€

March 30th - April 4th, 2026

This unique, new course covers the most important aspects of art making; the Creative Process. Join Steve Chmilar as he shares everything he’s learned over the past decade-and-a-half of his professional painting and drawing career. From creative thinking exercises, original world building, composition, maquette sculpting, character development, understanding light, working with a model and how to make complex multi-figure narrative scenes that are pleasing to the eye without looking too busy. While being able to sell every painting and drawing that he has ever made, he will even cover how to make ideas that may not be ‘marketable’ more appealing to art collectors - while staying true to your personal artistic vision.

This week-long workshop is for any serious, obsessive creative who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves. Be prepared to bring more new ideas than you ever thought was possible back into your studio.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Steven is a Canadian visual artist based in North Saanich, British Columbia. Raised on a farm in northern Alberta, his work is shaped by early experiences of imagination, solitude, and storytelling. After a professional career in music—including a national songwriting award at Canada Music Week—he transitioned to full-time visual art in 2011. His work has been exhibited internationally across Canada, the United States, and Australia.

"Artists should not have to limit their process' to the time constraints and impatience of the market. Rather, they can make art that shows what could be possible if those limitations did not exist."

Maximum enrollment 8 students.

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June 22nd - June 26th, 2026

ROBERTO OSTI

RENAISSANCE DRAWING

950€

Florence, the birthplace of Italian Renaissance, is the perfect setting for this workshop dedicated to Figure anatomy-figure drawing and art history. During this 5 day workshop we will practice drawing the figure from life following the Florentine structural system, a method that was described by Leon Battista Alberti in the 15th century and revolutionised the way the human figure was depicted in art, this method is still in use today.

The workshop will rather be an itinerary trough the vast treasures of Florence

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Teacher at the renowned New York Academy of Art, writer, publisher and artist, Roberto Osti has been Teaching anatomical drawing since obtaining his degree in Anatomical/Surgical Drawing in Bologna in 1982.

COURSE SCHEDULE

Monday: 9:00 am-1:00 pm, demo and drawing session, male model; lunch break followed by a visit to the Bargello museum.
Tuesday: 9:00 am-1:00 pm, demo and drawing session, female model; afternoon free; evening: lecture on the use of anatomy in various artistic periods.
Wednesday: 9:00 am-1:00 pm, demo and drawing session, male model; coffee at the Santissima Annunziata terrace and visit the Church of San Marco.
Thursday: 9:00 am-1:00 pm, demo and drawing session, female model; lunch break,visit at the Museo della specola, where we can find an incredibly vast to collection of anatomical waxes, created starting during the 1600’s.
Friday: 9:00 am-1:00 pm, demo and drawing session, male model; lunch break; 5:00 pm: Art talk with the figurative sculptor Jason Arkles

Maximum enrollment 10 students.

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Terms & Conditions

  • Tuition does not cover the cost of materials used for the students’ own production.
    Supplies such as paints, canvas, brushes, clay, tools, and other materials are not provided to students, unless otherwise stated in the course description and will need to be purchased by students individually.

  • After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.

  • All workshops are held at Art Studio 10.

    Via dei della Robbia 82, Studio 10
    50132 Firenze

    Hosted by Art Studio 10’s painters Giannina Mellema and Martha Hornig.