Bottega d’Arte Experience

Art Workshop in Umbria

This Renaissance art workshop in Umbria offers a rare opportunity to step inside a traditional artisan studio and discover ancient painting techniques still practiced today.

Would you like to discover how Renaissance artworks were created?

The Bottega d’Arte Experience takes place inside a traditional artisan workshop, where guests can observe some of the historic techniques once used to create frescoes, painted panels and decorative works. During the visit, participants will discover traditional Renaissance methods such as fresco preparation starting from lime, the making of gesso according to ancient processes, pictorial retouching and the delicate art of gold leaf gilding. The experience then continues with a workshop, allowing guests to take part in these artistic traditions in a practical and meaningful way.

Where the experience takes place

What You’ll Do

Visit a traditional artisan workshop in Umbria
Observe ancient Renaissance-inspired techniques still practiced today
Learn about fresco preparation starting from lime
Discover how gesso was traditionally prepared
See pictorial retouching and gold leaf gilding up close
Take part in one of the available hands-on workshops
Bring home the piece created during the activity

Experience Details

Location: Città di Castello (PG), Umbria
Private experience: Available on request
Language: English available
Group size: ideal for couples and small to medium groups.
Duration: Workshop 1: approximately 1 hour total; Workshop 2: approximately 2 hours total

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Detail of a brush painting by hand using traditional techniques in an Umbrian art workshop

Artisan working on a hand-painted reproduction of the Mona Lisa using traditional restoration techniques in Umbria

Traditional fresco techniques demonstrated inside an artisan workshop in Umbria

Applying gold leaf during a traditional gilding process in a art workshop in Umbria

Artisan hands working on traditional painting techniques in an Umbrian workshop

Hand-painted fresco reproduction depicting the life of Saint Francis inside an artisan workshop in Umbria

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Experience highlights

This is not simply an art class, but an opportunity to step inside a real artisan workshop and discover techniques rooted in the Renaissance tradition.

Why Choose Us

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   J3 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Such a special experience in Umbria. Benedetta and Edoardo were incredible hosts and made the entire day feel effortless, personal, and unforgettable. The setting was beautiful, the truffle hunt was genuinely fascinating, and the food and wine were outstanding. You can tell how much care they put into what they do, and it made all the difference. We’d love to come back and do another experience with them in the future!
  
 
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   Riley Glasson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was hands down one of the most memorable experiences of our entire Italy trip! Benedetta and Edoardo were incredibly kind and welcoming, and every detail of the day felt authentic, thoughtful, and special. The truffle hunter Omar and his dog Paco taught us so much, and watching the adorable dog find fresh truffles in the Umbrian countryside was unforgettable. We ended the experience with truly fantastic wine and food in one of the most beautiful, romantic settings imaginable. If you’re visiting Umbria, book this experience!! It was worth every second and something we’ll be talking about for years!
  
 
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   Arcone Anna 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nonostante i prodotti arrivino per posta, la freschezza e la qualità sono davvero incredibili, come se fossero stati appena preparati. Ma parliamo del pezzo forte: la crema con i funghi al tartufo nero. Senza giri di parole, è in assoluto la cosa più buona che io abbia mai assaggiato! Ha una consistenza perfetta e un profumo di tartufo vero che riempie la stanza appena apri il vasetto.
  
 
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   Jenni GR 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The cheese making day with Umbria Farm Experience was a top highlight of our recent Italy trip. Benedetta was our lovely guide and crafted a truly magical day milking cows and using the fresh milk to make Caciotta and Ricotta cheese with Giuseppina and her daughters. If that weren’t special enough we were treated to a traditional Umbrian lunch, all with local ingredients and products from their farm store and butchery. We instantly felt like family and will never forget the hospitality we were shown during our time there. The Umbrian Farm Experience gave us a front row view to the pride and passion Umbrians have for their land, their animals, and their community. For those who want to feel the true magic of Umbria, we highly recommend letting Benedetta plan an unforgettable experience for you.
  
 
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   Marta Fusaioli 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Abbiamo visitato insieme ai nostri bambini di 4 anni e mezzo e 2 anni e mezzo la fattoria Nonna Maria a Montone!esperienza positiva,accoglienza ottima. I bambini sono rimasti entusiasti e affascinati dalla mungitura e dal poter accarezzare le mucche nella stalla. Pranzo abbondante e squisito. Mio figlio è intollerante alle proteine ma nonna Maria ha avuto "premura" anche nei suoi confronti!
  
 
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   Rosa W 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Benedetta organised a wonderful cheese factory tour for us. We had the opportunity to milk a cow and see how the ricotta was made. Our kids (ages 4-6) loved it too. The lunch afterwards was stunning; everything was delicious and handmade. Would highly recommend!
  
 
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   stefania capacci 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. È stata una serata particolare, la Cantina La Palerna è un connubio fra una vista splendida su un bellissimo pezzetto di mondo sopra la valle di Plinio. Ottimo cibo abbinato ad un buon vino di produzione dell'azienda. Che dire tutto bellissimo. Tornerò volentieri per un' altra speciale esperienza . Stefania
  
 
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   DANIELE GUERRIERI 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Serata molto piacevole, accoglienza stupenda e degustazione ottima!!!
  
 
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   Daniele Migani 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Grazie a Umbria Farm Experience abbiamo trascorso una splendida giornata presso la fattoria di Nonna Maria. Dopo aver condiviso con loro momenti del quotidiano e scoperto da vicino la vita in fattoria, abbiamo potuto gustare prodotti tipici deliziosi, preparati con passione. Un ringraziamento speciale a tutto il team di Umbria Farm Experience per la loro pazienza, accoglienza e disponibilità.
  
 
  
  
 
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