Accademia del Giglio

What will you study at Accademia del Giglio?

When people ask us this, our answer often surprises them: there is no single, fixed program, because the final path is something we design together with you.

Your studies will grow from your skills, goals, and interests, evolving step by step according to what you love to do.

Many expect rigid, pre‑packaged programs, as if becoming an artist were like buying a set number of hours to become a programmer or a pilot.
But art is not an industrial product.

Our method combines two elements:
1. Solid Foundations — Essential techniques in drawing, painting or sculpture, color, and materials. This is the toolbox every student receives.
2. A Tailored Path — Once the basics are in place, the program adapts to you. Under the guidance of our instructors, your learning follows your personal artistic voice.

We don’t believe in rigid tracks or a single “correct” style. Hyperrealism is not the only goal, nor the highest form of art. The last 150 years of art history show that creativity is a continuous flow between styles and ideas.

We give you roots and technique; you choose where your creativity will take flight.
Which path would you like to explore with us?

Che programma studierai all'Accademia del Giglio?

​Quando ci pongono questa domanda, la nostra risposta sorprende sempre: non esiste un programma unico e uguale per tutti, perché il programma definitivo lo scriveremo insieme a te.

​Il tuo percorso dipenderà dalle tue capacità, dai tuoi obiettivi e dai tuoi interessi, evolvendo passo dopo passo in base a ciò che ami fare.

​Spesso, di fronte a questo approccio, molti storcono il naso. Siamo abituati a programmi rigidi e preconfezionati, come se diventare artista fosse equiparabile ad acquistare un pacchetto di ore per diventare programmatore o pilota di linea. Ma l'arte non è un prodotto industriale.

​Il nostro metodo: fondamenta solide, percorso libero

​Per noi, "flessibile" non significa improvvisato. Al contrario, il nostro metodo si ispira a una bottega rinascimentale moderna e si sviluppa in due fasi precise:

​1. Le Fondamenta (La tecnica): C'è una parte solida e strutturata che non si negozia. Sono le basi del disegno, della pittura o della scultura, lo studio del colore e della materia. Questa è la cassetta degli attrezzi che forniamo a chiunque, indispensabile per iniziare.

​2. Il Percorso Sartoriale (La tua voce): Una volta acquisite le basi, il programma si adatta all'individuo e non il contrario. Sotto la guida esperta dei nostri maestri, la didattica si modella sulle tue attitudini individuali.

​Un'accademia senza binari rigidi

​Comprendiamo che questo approccio possa disorientare in una società in cui tutto viene uniformato e venduto in scatola. Ma l'arte, per sua stessa definizione, è fluida e imprendibile.

​Le strade da percorrere da noi sono molteplici e senza gerarchie. Questo significa che non consideriamo la rappresentazione iperrealista come l'unico traguardo possibile o l'espressione massima dell'arte. Gli ultimi 150 anni di storia — e in fondo tutta l'arte fin dalle sue origini — ci insegnano che la creatività è un flusso in perenne movimento tra stili, canoni e concezioni diverse.

​Noi ti diamo le radici e le tecniche per essere sicuro; tu scegli dove far volare la tua creatività.
​E tu, quale strada vorresti esplorare insieme a noi?

Last glimpses of our en plein air classes this May with our wonderful teacher . 🎨🌿
As May comes to an end, we're looking back on some beautiful moments spent painting outdoors, surrounded by the light, colors, and atmosphere of Florence. Thank you to all the students who joined us and made these classes so special.
We look forward to welcoming many more artists throughout the summer! ☀️🖌️

Last moments from our en plein air workshop in Florence last week ✨🎨
A special thank you to our amazing teacher for leading inspiring outdoor classes in some of the city’s most iconic locations, and to our incredibly talented students who brought Florence to life through their artworks.
Art, light, colours, and unforgettable days shared together in the heart of the city 🇮🇹🖌️

En Plein Air Workshop — Day 2 ✨

Yesterday our students painted at the magnificent Oblate Library, a former ancient convent overlooking Florence’s stunning and world-famous Duomo. An inspiring setting filled with history, light, and beauty.

Bravo to all our students and to our wonderful teacher for another fantastic day of painting and creativity. 🎨

✨ Some artworks created by our students during this first week of May 🎨
Swipe through to discover their creativity and artistic progress in the studio.

Some glimpses from last month at the academy ✨
From first sketches to refined works, it’s been inspiring to see each student explore, experiment, and grow in their own unique way.
Our studios were filled with focus, creativity, and the quiet rhythm of hands at work — a reminder that every artistic journey is built one step at a time. 🎨
Swipe through to see moments from our classes and the beautiful energy that shaped them.

A week of en plein air in Florence—immersed in the city’s beauty, light, and atmosphere 🎨
From hidden corners to iconic views, every day became a page in the sketchbooks. By the end of the week, our artists didn’t just leave with memories—they carried home a collection of drawings and paintings telling their personal story of Florence.
A special thank you to our wonderful teacher, whose guidance and passion made this experience truly inspiring ✨
An experience lived, created, and remembered.