Textures of Toscana 2008
TEXTURES OF TOSCANA 2008
A Renaissance Style Workshop of Chasing & Repousse’
June 9 – 15, 2008
Come “apprentice” in the art of ancient metalworking techniques with master Italian metalsmith Davide Bigazzi in his native Tuscany. Learn chasing, repousse’, and tool-making in an intimate and inspirational setting in Pian Di Sco, a small village in the Chianti hills just south of Florence. The workshop, held in his Tuscan studio, will offer students the chance to study one-on-one with Davide and learn about the land that inspires his designs. Students will stay in a rustic Italian farmhouse and feast together daily. The course also includes a day trip to Florence to see works by Benvenuto Cellini and other Italian master metalsmiths and
sculptors.
The workshop includes:
-35 hours of individualized instruction :: previous experience helpful but not required
-Limited Enrollment:: 5 students
-6 nights in a rustic country farmhouse, double or single occupancy
-Breakfast, lunch, & dinner included – Homemade Tuscan cuisine!!
-Land transfers including pick-up from Florence train station to Pian Di Sco’ and return
-Transportation to Florence to visit Il Bargello museum and Museo degli Argenti
-Use of tools and studio space
About Davide:
Davide Bigazzi is a metalsmith and designer from Florence, Italy currently living and working in the U.S. He has worked as an instructor, designer, model maker, and production supervisor for prestigious fine silver companies in Italy. His work is featured in galleries worldwide. Capturing the intrinsic beauty and sculptural qualities of metal has been his life-long passion.
During his early teens, Davide apprenticed with Bino Bini, the renowned Florentine metalsmith and sculptor, aiding in commissions for the Vatican, national banks, churchs, etc.. Bino, one of the most notable Italian metal artists of our day, left a legacy of the Italian chasing and repousse’ tradition, which Davide is committed to preserving via the hands-on workshops he teaches throughout the U.S. and in Italy.
*The maximum class capacity of Textures of Toscana is 5.
Early registration is highly recommended!!
The registration deadline is April 10, 2008.
For info contact Elisa at 650-323-1923
