Art Conservation Workshop Study Program In Italy
This workshop offers an in-depth exploration of cultural heritage conservation, with a specific emphasis on fine art and fresco preservation set against the vibrant cultural backdrop of Southern Italy. Participants will engage in a curriculum that combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications in the conservation of paintings and frescoes in rural insitu settings.
Additionally, seminars on historical context, iconography, and technical analysis will enrich the participants’ understanding of the complexities involved in art conservation.
2025 courses dates
- July 2 – 16, 2025
- July 23 – August 6, 2025
The session begins with an introduction to the fundamental principles, standards and guidelines pertinent to art conservation. Participants will gain practical experience through workshops, excursions to significant cultural sites, and engaging lectures.
Research and conservation of frescoes will take place in the rupestrian settlements (underground habitations) of the Alta Murgia area, offering a unique opportunity to study artwork within its historical context.
The course includes several site visits: Sassi of Matera (Unesco World Heritage site), the Rupestrian Churches Park, various museums and art exhibitions.
Participants will also have the opportunity to spend a night in Naples further to immerse themselves in Southern Italy’s artistic legacy.
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