villas art Tuscany

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Here’s a little about some of our rentals and work shops:

THE REAL TUSCANY: ART VIVA!
Experience exquisite Italian cuisine in Tuscany’s
most beautiful villa, Chianti walks, garden concerts,
art, history, operas, fine relaxation...
Quality rentals, Florence, Rome, Tuscany
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Summer Program 1997

Experimental Theatre Workshop
Florence, May 15th to 21st 1997
This one week experimental workshop with Stefano Vercelli delves into
ourselves to discover how unique we can make an acting experience. It
involves working in Teatro 13 and on the streets of Florence to create a
strong and essential theatre experience.
Stefano Vercelli is one of Italy’s most remarkable practising theatre
culture research professionals. His extensive international encounters
make him one of the most exciting, interesting and experienced teachers
in Europe today. An indication of Stefano’s ability and excellence is
that he was chosen by Jerzy Grotowski personally to collaborate in a
variety of projects over many years all over the world.

Italy’s Art and Culture, Past and Present
Villa Bianchi Bandinelli, June 7th to 14th
This workshop balances relaxation, tours, good food and learning within
the context of enjoying Florence’s renowned international music
festival. Historians will lead tours from the superb historical setting
of Villa Bianchi Bandinelli. These sophisticated classes and tours will
focus on the development of art and history of Italy within a social
context. We will visit Siena, and other interesting hilltop towns to
better understand the development of Italy’s vibrant medieval and
renaissance social landscapes. The workshop commences with a Scarlatti
concert performed in the villa’s beautiful 18th century out door theatre,
and ends with viewing Puccini’s Turandot in Florence. Lectures will
include appreciation of Italy’s greatest operas, with special emphasis on
Turandot. Classic Italian meals will be enjoyed in the beautiful gardens
of Villa Bianchi Bandinelli.
Dr James Betteridge along with a selection of other experts will conduct
lectures and tours. Jim is a widely published historian and lecturer of
some distinction. His current research interests include the late
medieval and early renaissance where he explores the art and architecture
of the period in the context of cultural change. Jim has led many
successful tours in Italy, some of these for Australian Universities.
Whether you have a degree in history or not, we are sure you will
thoroughly enjoy Jim’s tours.

Art Viva Junior Art Program
Monte Senario Sanctuary, June 23 to 30th
This one week program incorporates tours, drawing, walks and art history
seminars as well as critiques to introduce students to a more analytical
and enjoyable way of examining and placing in context art history and art
as it exists today. Lectures will focus on juxtaposing historic art works
with contemporary art ideas. Developing good elf esteem is the goal of
this workshop and students will be encouraged to develop their art as a
way of conceptualising their life today.
Amanda Townsend has exhibited in New York, the United Kingdom and
Australia. Her work is represented in major collections in USA, Asia and
Australia. Amanda has many years teaching experience. She practices
printmaking, pastels, painting and drawing techniques. Working with
Amanda is always a pleasure because of her positive attitude to life.

Sculpture and Painting in a Hilltop Town in Tuscany
Casole D’Elsa, May 30th to June 12th
This beautiful hilltop town is the ideal setting for art classes. Meals
will often be taken on the terrace with stunning views of the country
side below. This is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy creating.
Classes here are extremely popular.
The director of the arts centre is Nigel Konstam. Nigel has lectured at
most of the important colleges of art in the UK, he is widely published,
and his historical art research is well known. He has mounted many solo
shows and has done portraits of King Juan-Carlos and Queen Sofia. His
teaching aims to provide a sound basis for personal vision. The courses
are designed to develop the powers of observation, stimulate the
imagination and enrich the students appreciation of art . Classes are
suitable for professionals and as a general education.

Art workshops 1997
Verrocchio Arts Centre

Imagine painting, and or creating sculpture for two weeks in a medieval
hill top town in Tuscany:
The Verrocchio arts centre has a very good reputation and has conducted a
successful season of classes for many years. The centre takes every
advantage of its unique location to create an unforgettable experience in
a small hill top town.
A variety of guest lecturers teach with the director Nigel Konstam in the
unique surroundings of this marvellous school with views of the Senese
country side.
Imagine relaxing on a terrace each evening with students from all around
the world whilst savouring Tuscan sunsets. The views are spectacular.
The facilities have art workshops, a sculpture studio, conference rooms
and swimming pool. Cooking is included in the price. The atmosphere is
relaxed and informal. The village is very close so evening passeggiata is
possible.
We are sure you will thoroughly enjoy experiencing and creating during
work shops at the Verrocchio arts centre.

Nigel Konstam the director:
Is a well known artist and teacher whose work is firmly based in the
European tradition. He has lectured at most of the important colleges of
art in the UK including the Royal College of Art, The Slade, The Royal
Academy, etc. He has had many solo shows and has been commissioned to do
portraits of King Juan-Carlos and Queen Sofia. His historical research
particularly in the artists use of mirrors is well known. These studies
have led to a new of understanding the visual imagination and new methods
of extending its range and power.
The two week courses listed below aim to provide a sound basis for
personal vision, and to develop the powers of observation, stimulate the
imagination and enrich students’ appreciation of art. They are suitable
as a part of a general education as well as for those whose aims are
professional.

1. May 16th to May 29th Painting an Experience of Landscape
2. May 16th to May 29th Sculpture and Drawing
3. May 30th -June 12th Painting spring flowers in Tuscany
4. May 30th -June 12th Drawing and sculpture
5. June 13th to June 26th Painting mainly landscapes
6. June 13th to June 26th Sculpture and drawing
7. June 27th to July 10th Painting-New experiences
8. June 27th to July 10th Sculpture and Drawing
9. July 11th to July 24th Exploring the Tuscan Landscape
10. July 11th to July 24th Sculpture and Drawing
11. July 25th to August 7th Painting and you
12. July 25th to August 7th Sculpture and Drawing
13. August 8th to August 21st Light and Colour in the Tuscan
Landscape
14. August 8th to August 21st Sculpture and Drawing
15. August 22nd to September 4th Painting developing a personal
vision
16. August 22nd to September 4th Sculpture and Drawing
17. September 5th to September 18th Painting a personal space
through tone and colour
18. September 19th to October 2nd Painting understanding colour
19. September 19th to October 2nd Sculpture and Drawing

Please email, phone or fax for more information on the classes.

FATTORIA DI CORZANO & PATERNO
The exquisite harmonies of landscape and light which typify Tuscany are
no better represented then in the countryside surrounding San Casciano
Val do Pesa. The Fattorie lie mid way between Florence and Siena. The
historically important Italian families of Pitti then Machiavelli,
Cavalcanti and then Niccolini had their roots in this earth, and produced
olive oil and wine here on estates. The present owner purchased the
adjoining estates and has made one large 150 hectare estate.
Both properties have a long history with Corzano being mentioned in the
1300’s and the tower and villa of Paterno being constructed more than a
thousand years ago.

The fattorie (estates) stride two verdant hills. It is a working farm
producing wine and olive oil and cheese. It is close to Florence but also
a tranquil and beautiful retreat.

On the Corzano estate the buildings have a dramatic view over the valley
and the ancient via Cassia which connects Florence with Siena. The houses
here have the aspect of fortified buildings reflecting their defensive
positions as they have witnessed the conflicts of the rival cities during
the first part of the millennium.

At CASA ERTA, CORZANELLO, and CORZANO there are original outside bread
ovens which can be used for making pizzas or roasting meats. All products
of the farm are for sale: cheese, wine, olive oil, home made marmalades
and chutneys (ideal with Pecorino cheese), eggs, salami, prosciutto and
vegetables and fruits in season.

CASA FALLOCCHIO
An ancient and elegant farm house, Fallocchio has been converted into 5
apartments without compromising the original form of beamed ceilings and
generously large rooms. The apartments cam be separated or combined as
needed.

Three of the apartments consist of two large rooms, one being a bedroom
with double bed the other a sitting dining room and kitchen. Another one
or two places to sleep are available on sofa beds in the living areas.
The three apartments have fire places and the ground floor apartment has
a covered terrace for outside eating.

The tower apartment
Has three rooms and a separate kitchen consisting of a bedroom, a sitting
room with double sofa bed, bathroom, and in the tower a studio bedroom
with panoramic views.
The house is surrounded by lawn and woods and there are garden chairs and
tables available for guests.

The fifth apartment is used by a caretaker and she is available for
advice and information.

ART STUDIO FENILE FALLOCCHIO
This is a large (120 sq metres) open galleried space with large windows
and views from all sides. There is a separate kitchen and bathroom and
outside walled private sitting area.

CASA ERTA
This lovely old stone house overlooks the valley, and is surrounded by
grazing sheep and ancient cypresses. Near by is a small pond. The house
has large rooms which have been divided into 4 apartments which can be
combined.
Each apartment has a large double bedroom , and one or two other rooms
with double sofa beds. There are two ground floor apartments one with an
enormous fire place filling an entire wall, the other has a kitchen with
glass doors leading to a terrace.

CASA CORZANELLO
For more than six hundred years this fortified farm house has overlooked
the Valley of the Pesa. In the heart of a vineyard it overlooks the
valley on both sides. This three floored house with its tower/atelier has
seven double bedrooms, four bathrooms, a kitchen with large walk in fire
place in typical Tuscan style. It has modern conveniences including dish
and clothes washing machines. In an enclosed courtyard there is a
swimming pool, with a view of the vineyards towards the valley. There is
a pergola for outside dining.

CASA CORZANO
This house is one of the ancient medieval complex used by the owners as
the hub of the farm. There are views of the valley from the outside
sitting area. The house has two double bedrooms, a three bedded room, a
large sitting room, and a kitchen with open fire place.

Sunsets in Florence

This large two bedroom multi-level apartment is in a quiet street
overlooking a hill in the San Frediano district of Florence, on one side
and glorious views over the city, on the other. It is on the fifth floor
(top).
It has a large double bedded bedroom, also with single bed, with views
over the hill side. A small connected bathroom (with shower, bidet and
toilet, a walk in kitchen with dining table, a lounge room with video
players and televsion, and CD player with classical music collection, as
well as a cassette player. ‘Sunsets in Florence’ also has another single
room with two single beds and large bathroom with bath and shower, toilet
and bidet, and a beautiful terrace with table and chairs for eating out
and watching the beautiful Tuscan sunsets over the Florentine sky line.
There are views of the duomo and other chuches including Santo Spirito.
This apartment is a fifteen minute walk to the duomo and the station. It
is a ten minute walk to piazza Santo Spirito. San Frediano is quiet and
close to the centre, its benefits are you don’t have the late night
tourist noise that is always a problem in the center. Wake up to hear the
birds singing on the tree covered hill.
Weekly linen and towel change included. Kitchen is well equiped bathrooms
are modern. The apartment is always clean and tidy.
Prise US $650.00 per week.
Security deposit $300
A cleaning fee applies if apartment is not left tidy.
Sleeps five. A folding bed can be arranged.

Please email people staying, names and addresses, as wel . Times you
would like to stay.