Art Classes in Rome

What to Expect

Spend around 2 hours and 30 minutes sketching and painting in one of Rome’s most beautiful and tranquil parks, accompanied by a local artist. You’ll walk through tree-lined paths and beautiful corners of Villa Borghese, pause at scenic spots — fountains, historic villas, leafy groves — and sketch what catches your attention. Viator+2Peek+2

• ✏️ All materials provided: drawing tools, pens, markers, brushes, drawing paper or support tablet, watercolor paints, markers — everything you need to sketch or paint. Guide to Europe+1

• 🌳 A stroll + art class: Rather than a static lesson, the session moves through different corners of the park, offering changing views and subjects: fountains, villas, nature, historic structures — perfect for varied artistic inspiration. Peek+1

• 🖼️ Guided by a local artist: The class is private (just your group), with guidance and tips on composition, technique and observation — whether you are a total beginner or have some drawing experience. Guide to Europe+1

Why You'll Love It

• A calm — and creative — escape from the usual Rome sightseeing.

• A chance to see Rome from a different perspective: slow down, observe details, and connect with the city through art.

• You get a personal keepsake: your own sketches or paintings that reflect your own vision of Rome.

• It suits all levels: no previous drawing experience necessary.

• A unique alternative to standard tours — perfect for art lovers, couples, or solo travelers wanting something meaningful and memorable.

What’s Included

• All drawing and painting materials (paper/tablet, pens, pencils/markers, watercolors, brushes) Guide to Europe+1

• Guided private session (only your group participates) Viator+1

• Tours through several different scenic spots inside Villa Borghese (fountains, gardens, historic structures, natural scenery) Peek+1

Our School in Rome, Italy

The school is a highly specialised institution dedicated to the teaching of drawing, painting and digital art with different teaching methods, from the classical tradition up to the use of modern tools such as the PC, 3D and Digital Software. The philosophy of the school, which is the basis of its teaching method, takes us back to the direct study of nature and to the ancient masters as the foundation and reference point of all artistic knowledge.

The Academy is open year-round and is located in the historic center of Rome, which is home to many important museums, and a place of study for artists from all over the world.

The lengths of the courses vary and are determined by the possible length of stay of the students interested in specific programs. Lessons are taught by professional artists both in English and in Italian.

About Rome

It is the city with the highest concentration of historical and architectural assets in the world; its historical center is delimited by the perimeter marked by the Aurelian walls, overlapping footprints of three millennia, is the ultimate expression of the historical, artistic and cultural heritage of the Western world.

All artworks held by the Vatican are in the Vatican Museums. The vast majority have a very high historical value and high quality. There are works by artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo Da Vinci or Caravaggio among many others. Paintings, sculptures, philately, numismatics, all are exposed for art history lovers to overflow with amazement.

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