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Images at left show the cover and all pages with a print from each participant using waterless lithography or aluminium etching - both safer printmaking techniques.
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Come and study Creative Printmaking Techniques in the beautiful surrounds of Florence, the art capital and cultural epicentre of the western world.
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\nParticipants at any level of experience are welcome from beginners to practicing printmakers, book artists, papermakers and painters.
\n\nEnjoy 60 hours of studio based teaching where you will receive personalised instruction alongside other printmakers in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
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\n\nDuring the workshop we will take the mystery out of our printmaking processes, creating plates by various methods.
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\n\nWe have a golden rule, always ask 'what floor' because the old medieval stairs are just a little higher than those at home and even the fittest amongst us may find it difficult at the end of a busy day. We opt for an apartment with an elevator if it's over one floor up.
\n\nThe area you choose is very important as the studio is in San Niccolo in the Oltrarno - the other side of the river. It's good to be able to walk to the studio.
\n\nBest areas are Piazza della Signoria - near Uffizzi - Ponte Vecchio and Santa Croce. Find the area on a map and avoid the very steep hill near the Boboli gardens.
\n\nPlease check with us first to be sure.
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Windows on Italy www.windowsonitaly.com
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\n\nApartments in Florence, www.apartmentsinflorence.net
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Photos at far left show our current apartment in Piazza Mentana, 10 minute walk to the studio and on the right the huge five bedroom apartment we previously rented overlooking the Duomo, 20 minute walk.
\n\nSharing an apartment can be very economical and a great way to experience living in Florence. We love shopping in the stunning markets for beautiful fresh food to prepare in our apartment.
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\n\nWe have a great programme for our tenth Annual Workshop at the inspiring Il Bisonte Studio, including all the favourites such as our walk with Elisabetta Cappuggi the Tuscan art historian and intensive instruction during two and a half weeks of lessons.
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\n\nEach year we have return students who love the course.
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\n\nI learnt so much ... about wonderful printmaking techniques to keep me playing for a long long time. Also learnt lots about travelling again, Florence, food, people, having fun and renewing my love of things Italian. Thanks for providing a great life experience. Chris C
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Il Bisonte is situated in the picturesque neighbourhood of San Niccolo, a stone’s throw away from such cultural delights as the Pitti Palace, the Uffizzi, Ponte Vecchio, Santa Croce and the Piazzle Michelangelo.
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\n\nThe school studios are well equipped with numerous etching presses, hotplates and inking tables.
\n\nIn addition, there is a comfortable outdoor courtyard, and historic Stella presses are on permanent exhibit at the entrance.
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\n\nStudents can also enjoy browsing the workshop's impressive print collection, as well as viewing rotating shows in the Il Bisonte gallery.
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\nThe course includes: 60 hours of tuition, welcome dinner, a comprehensive set of notes, most materials and a walking tour with an art historian.