Make your dreams come true

Throughout the workshop, students learn essential sculpting techniques that are fundamental to creating a beautiful work of art. Beginning by building an armature, which serves as the supportive framework for sculptures. Marcello will teach how to use various tools effectively, helping students manipulate clay to achieve stunning results. This hands-on experience is crucial for developing both creativity and sculpting skills.

Set in Pietrasanta, a renowned center for sculpture workshops, foundries, ceramic studios, mosaics, and inlay shops, the workshop includes a guided tour to observe artisans at work. This city’s rich artistic heritage offers an inspiring backdrop for creative exploration. With the accommodation included, you can stay comfortably nearby, making it convenient for daily attendance and exploration.

Pietrasanta is conveniently situated near Florence, Lucca, and Pisa. Participants are welcome to explore these culturally rich cities over the weekend, with the beach just 5 km from the city center. 

Meeting: Monday, Sept 29 at 10:00am at C.A.V. Via dei Frati, 6, 55045 Pietrasanta LU, Italy

Week 1 - Monday, Sept 29 10am

Students have the exciting opportunity to create their own work of art in clay under the expert guidance of Marcello Giorgi. They will learn essential techniques, including building an armature, using tools effectively, and working with clay to achieve stunning results. This hands-on experience in sculpting sets the foundation for creativity and skill development during the workshop. 

Open to beginners and more advanced students.

Week 2 - Monday, Oct 6 at 10am

Students have the chance to gain practical, hands-on experience in mold-making. They will learn how to create a mold of their own artwork, which is used to cast a plaster model. The plaster model allows the artwork to reach a pivotal point, as it gives the student an exciting way to explore creating their piece in different materials. If they wish, it can potentially be used to cast sculptures in bronze or use it as a guide to carve marble. Having an insight into these techniques allows students be become independent in their work thus offering up exciting new artistic possibilities. 

Open to beginners and more advanced students.

- Two-week workshop - 60 hours (9am - 12/1pm - 4pm)

- Accommodation (14 nights) C.A.V - Via dei Frati, 6, 55045 Pietrasanta LU, Italy 

- Total: €2150 + taxes

Deposit: €500 to register.

Balance: due by August 15th, 2025

By e-transfer to marcellogiorgi@live.it 

- Two-week workshop - 60 hours 

- Total: €1500 + taxes (material included) 

Deposit: €500 to register.

Balance: due by August 15th, 2025

By e-transfer to marcellogiorgi@live.it 

-One-week workshop - 

Meeting: Monday, Sept 28 at 10:00am at C.A.V. Via dei Frati, 6, 55045 Pietrasanta LU, Italy 

Students who are interested in a more focused experience will have the opportunity to join a shorter program, also supervised by master sculptor Marcello Giorgi. In this workshop, students will concentrate on creating their artwork in clay, starting with the essential step of building an armature. This supportive framework is vital for ensuring that the sculpture has the stability it needs as the student works.

Marcello will guide students through the effective use of various tools, empowering them to manipulate clay to achieve stunning results. This hands-on experience is not only enjoyable but also essential for developing creativity and sculpting skills. Once the work is complete, it will be dried and fired. 

Open to beginners and more advanced students.

- One-week workshop - 30 hours (9am - 12/1pm - 4pm) 

- Accommodation (7 nights) C.A.V - Via dei Frati, 6, 55045 Pietrasanta LU, Italy 

- Total: €1,225 + taxes (material included)

Deposit: €250 to register.

Balance: due by August 15th, 2025 

By e-transfer to marcellogiorgi@live.it 

- One-week workshop - 30 hours 

- Total: €850 + taxes

Deposit: €250 to register.

Balance: due by August 15th, 2025 

By e-transfer to marcellogiorgi@live.it 

Participants are responsible for purchasing airline tickets and other modes of transportation (car rental, train tickets, taxi and Uber as needed) to reach C.A.V. They are also responsible for being onsite at the start of the first class. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT : Marcello Giorgi is committed to giving the workshop provided all payments are received. There is a minimum requirement of enrollment of five participants for the workshop to occur. Please keep in mind that registration fees are non-refundable unless Marcello Giorgi is unable to proceed with the workshop due to the minimum number of participants not being met.

INSURANCE REQUIREMENT :   Students are responsible for securing their own insurance to cover all eventualities. It's essential to ensure adequate coverage for your needs, especially during any travel or activities related to the workshop. 

DISCLAIMER : Marcello Giorgi is not responsibilities for incidents, damages or losses that may occur during the trip abroad or for any circumstances that could jeopardize the successful completion of the workshop, from the date of registration until the end of the workshop.