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Design a Venetian silkscreen at a historic workshop

Welcome to Fallani Venezia, the workshop my father opened in the 1960s, which now serves as a hub for local and international artists to experiment with the age-old printing technique of serigraphy, or screen printing. • We’ll begin with a tour of the workshop and its history, and dive into the craft of artistic serigraphy. • I’ll walk you through the entire screen-printing process, from preparing the screen and mixing colors to transferring the image and drying the final print. • Roll up your sleeves and put your inner artist to work! You’ll create your own two-color print on two different colored papers. The Venice-inspired design you’ll print is created exclusively for our workshop by Anita, a local illustrator. When our day of artistic expression is done, I’ll mark the prints with our workshop’s embossing stamp as a memento of your time with us.

5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Private tour of an artist's Murano glassmaking studio

Visitors to Murano, the “glass islands” in the Venetian Lagoon, often arrive with a preconceived idea of glass. But I want to show you how it can be entirely different from what you expect. We’ll explore glass as a medium for critical reflection, irreverent humor, and innovation. • I’ll show you around the gallery where I display my glass jewelry and sculptures, and discuss the long history of the glassmaking craft on Murano. • Head back to my workshop, where I’ll demonstrate how I transform solid glass into liquid and shape it into a wearable art piece. • Share a glass of wine or a cup of coffee afterward, and I’ll answer your questions and offer my thoughts on contemporary glass in Murano. If you wish to purchase any jewelry, you’ll receive a 10 percent discount during your visit.

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Black-and-white photography workshop in San Marco

See the city of Venice in a whole new light—through the timeless and abstract beauty of black-and-white photography. This walking tour and photograph workshop is designed to push creative boundaries, encourage self-expression, and uncover the hidden narratives woven into the fabric of La Serenissima. • Black-and-white photography strips away distractions, allowing you to focus on texture, contrast, and emotion. This fresh approach invites you to reimagine Venice beyond its postcard-perfect image. • Capture famous landmarks and lesser-known treasures—from the grandeur of Piazza San Marco to the quiet charm of forgotten alleyways—that reveal the city’s character in unexpected ways. • Take time to photograph the stunning four-bridge alignment at Ponte del Remedio, an uncommon angle of the Bridge of Sighs from Ponte della Canonica, and breathtaking views from Ponte della Paglia toward San Giorgio Maggiore, among others. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer, I’ll help you refine your camera settings, experiment with composition, and master techniques like adjusting aperture and shutter speed to transform your shots. You’ll leave having documented a unique blend of Venice’s past and present, layering your personal perspective onto centuries of history.

5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Craft Paper flowers in a 15th century Palazzo

Step into a historic Venetian salon for a two-hour workshop where you’ll master the art of crafting a delicate paper flower, inspired by Venice’s rich flora, fine art, and the city’s famous paintings. • To start (and to get inspired), we’ll explore the stunning halls of my family’s palazzo, adorned with old paintings and period furniture. It offers a unique glimpse into the city’s aristocratic charm and sets the perfect scene for our creative experience. • Learn step-by-step techniques for shaping petals, leaves, and stems, using pre-dyed paper and natural colors like beetroot and coffee. I’ll guide and advise you, ensuring you feel confident and accomplished throughout the process. • Leave with a beautifully crafted flower, carefully packaged for safe travel, and a guide to continue your creative journey at home. Whether you’re drawn to the city’s timeless beauty or eager to learn a new skill, this workshop is a chance to immerse yourself in Venetian craftsmanship, explore the beauty of natural dyes, and create a lasting memento.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Discover Murano glassmaking with a fourth-generation artisan

Step into the world of NasonMoretti with an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of how our historic Murano glassworks come to life. • Your journey begins with an introduction to Murano’s glassmaking heritage and century-old craftsmanship, along with a tour of our private museum to look at archive pieces and historic designs. • Next, we'll visit three unique workspaces, including the Chemical Department to see how we create our signature colors, the Hotshop to witness master glassmakers in action and learn how intricate techniques are used, and the Coldshop, where engraving, polishing, and finishing techniques take place. • Finally, we'll visit the showroom housed in a stunning 16th-century warehouse, where you can admire or purchase pieces. You’ll leave with new knowledge of Murano’s glassmaking tradition, as well as an optional keepsake to take home.

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Create your own Venice masterpiece in an open-air workshop

See, paint, and live Venice one brushstroke at a time in this en plein air colour therapy workshop, where you’ll learn to paint city scenes with a watercolour artist. • Meet at my gallery, Vert de Venise, and explore the pigments that define the Venetian spirit. I’ll explain how to mix colors, revealing the subtle differences between lagoon green and canal blue. • Palettes at the ready, step outside to paint by the canal, capturing the play of light and water that makes Venice so magical. I’ll recommend the colour techniques of great masters to incorporate into your work. • Finally, share and discuss your artworks in the hidden noble garden of Ca’ Rezzonico and appreciate your creations. I’ll provide personalized feedback and insights. You’ll leave with your own Venetian artwork and a new appreciation for the city’s colour palette.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Sketch Guggenheim's masterpieces with an illustrator

While the Peggy Guggenheim Collection may be designed for families, it’s open to anyone with a curious and creative spirit. Explore the museum’s 20th-century masters, practicing your drawing skills by illustrating the sights in the collection. • Start by picking one piece in the museum and drawing it through your own lens, paying attention to all the details that catch your eye. I’ll provide all the materials you’ll need. • Next, work on a second drawing that captures the common elements or surprising connections between three different works. • For our final drawing exercise, choose an evocative symbol of Venice—whether it’s a fish-shaped island, gondolas, or even pigeons—and adapt it into a drawing that expresses your personal style. You’ll learn new visual tools to help you explore the joy of drawing, and leave with an illustration I created to memorialize our time together.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Jewelry-making workshop in a hidden Venetian garden

Craft a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry inspired by Venetian architecture in this hands-on maker workshop at my studio. • Begin our journey in a tranquil garden surrounded by historic charm, where I’ll share my design philosophy and explain my sustainable techniques. • Learn how to use repurposed industrial materials like aluminum chains and steel springs, and explore how they can be disassembled and transformed to create something light beautiful. • Using these materials, design and craft a quadrilobo (quatrefoil), the iconic Gothic motif adorning many Venetian landmarks. It can be worn as an earring, a keychain, or a brooch, or used as a personal keepsake. You’ll leave with new skills in Venetian craftsmanship, and a unique handcrafted piece of wearable art.

5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Create Murano glass mosaics alongside master artisans

Venetian mosaics have been renowned for centuries, and my partner and I at Artefact Mosaic are dedicated to keeping this beautiful craft alive. In this two-hour workshop at our studio, you’ll make a mosaic inspired by the art in St. Mark’s Basilica. • We’ll begin by introducing you to mosaic-making techniques and tools, staying true to the craft as it was practised in the Byzantine era. • You’ll learn how to use a mosaic hammer to hand-cut marble tesserae, and then select the colors of Murano glass that you’d like to use. We’ll work with the same glass tiles used to restore the basilica, including its iconic gold tiles. • We’ll offer guidance as you create a small mosaic. You’ll learn new artistic skills, deepen your appreciation for this ancient craft, and take away your very own mosaic to remember Venice by.

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Print like a Venetian master inside the Tintoretto Workshop

Step into the world of Renaissance painter Jacopo Robusti, famously known as Tintoretto, for a hands-on artistic journey with a master printer. You'll create your own drypoint engraved plate in the Venice workshop where the 16th-century master brought his iconic works to life. • Explore the fascinating history of the Tintoretto Workshop—a printing laboratory equipped with engraving, woodcut, painting, and lithography tools, including an 1890 lithographic press—and its connection to the former home of the legendary Venetian painter Tintoretto. • You’ll get an immersive lesson in the art-making process by crafting your own drypoint engraved plate or selecting from a curated collection of designs. After engraving, you’ll ink the plate and witness your stunning print brought to life on a historic press. • To conclude, both the engraved plate and the print will be placed in an exclusive folder, offering a unique and timeless keepsake of this unforgettable experience. Listen for echoes of Tintoretto’s satisfaction—or frustration—as he works alongside you, or even the sounds of his violin and singing, used to temper his creative energy. His spirit is said to be ever-present here.

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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 874 reviews

Work with Murano glass with expert teacher

Our experience is suitable for those who really want to test themselves with the production of glass. Not a quick taste, but the entry into a reality made of contemporary art and glass production by a duo of artists specialized in teaching and relationality. We will welcome our guests in the Murano studio, where many of our crafts and contemporary art works are exhibited. After a first presentation of what we do, we will illustrate to the guests the technique practiced by Andrea, the lampworking of the glass, which is carried out with a small flame and which is used to produce small glass objects. After a first demonstration made by Andrea, in which the glass rods will melt to show how small objects are produced, the guests will be guided towards the production of some simple glass elements (small colored beads). The artifacts that guests will be able to produce can be brought home. Other things to note: The experience is suitable for both individuals and small groups of maximum 4 - 6 people (if more contact us to find a specific solution). Experience is recommended from the age of 14. The languages in which the experience is performed are English and Italian. If there are special language requirements (French or Spanish) you should contact us before to organize. Punctuality is recommended so as not to create inconvenience to other guests.

4.76 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews

The BestPhotos in Venice

First, click on our profile and view over 200 reviews of my work. Absolutely impossible to be in Venice and not have good photos with at least 3 landmarks: Saint Mark area, the hidden streets with famous gondola boat and Rialto Bridge. You will come back at home with the best memories in these three Venice icons. We will take a short group walk from where we will also enjoy a great view of Canal Grande. During the excursion, we will stop at some strategic locations to take hidden photos. It is important to remember that this is a shared experience and that multiple people share at the same time. If you would like a private photo shoot, I must let you know. We will do 250 photos and 70 of this will be edit with Adobe Lightroom. You can receive 70 photos by email after 4 working days.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 1039 reviews

Hidden canals and lagoon of Venice

We will start from the Church of San Lazzaro dei Mendicanti on the north side of the city and along the Venice Arsenal we will visit the Castello district, one of the oldest parts of the city. We will make a small stop in front of the church of San Pietro di Castello for an aperitif and then continue to the southern part of the city where we will have a panoramic view of the Lido of Venice, the small islands of the southern lagoon and of San Giorgio. We will then return to the canals of Castello until we return to the meeting point. IMPORTANT: The experience works through a sport association, so, legally, I need to release you the sport association member card and the addictional insurance. In order to do that I need your documents at least one day before the experience date.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 2229 reviews

Legends, Ghosts and Ghouls of Venice

The now tranquil streets of Venice where not always so. Have you ever walked down a street alone and felt eyes watching you? Maybe a shadowy figure moving in the distance? Join me as we visit the locations of those local spirits that you've felt and seen in the dark foggy nights. Learn the story behind each one and if they are friend or foe! Shatter your illusions of knights in shining armor that save the day, learn how enemies of the state were dealt with and how desire for power leads even the most noble down dark and twisted paths. Other things to note Please note that Venetian folk lore like many is from a time far before ours. To tell the stories at full effect how they are told among locals, details are very graphic. This tour includes “curse words” gore and violence, I do not sugar coat the realities of our past world. Please bare this in mind when booking if you are accompanied by children. Please also understand this tour cannot be PG rated if accompanied by children in a public group I heavily advise that you book privately when bringing anyone who might need the graphic details to be removed. Children under the age of 11 years old are not permitted on the public experience. This experience is designed to stir your curiosity for the dark side of our collective story.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 1291 reviews

Venetian Stories on the Boat

On board of my "sanpierotta"( tipically wooden boat of lagoon fishermen) we'll make a trip that, throught the places of the present city, exploring the stories from the past. We'll wander about the lagoon and the city, conversing ( if you want..) for about 1,5 hours. To see Venice from the water perspective it's essential to understand Venice. Other things to note By Agreement, it's possible to be picked up in Venice. On request, private non-scheduled experiences can be planned. Special prices for families.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 666 reviews

Private Photographer in Venice

Hi, I am a Professional photographer and videographer specializing in Street Photography. I have a great team and we are working together. We will take beautiful photos in the main sightseeing places of Venice so you can take them home as a individual souvenir from your vacation. That will be so fun and unforgettable day. Firstly we meet and start Rialto area where is located Rialto bridge (awesome view with canal) we will take both posed and artistic photos of you. If that is your first time shooting and you don't have enough experience about poses , don't worry ,you work with right photographer , I will help you about poses. Then we will walk through the most famous places in my favorite spots, I will explain the history of that area while i captured the best memories of your day. During our experience we will visit 2 main areas in Venice. 1.Rialto Bridge 2.San Marco square At the end of Experience I will provide you with high resolution photos * Photos will be sent by link * I am also organized private session with other place of Venice . We offer group and private session, so when you are booking, please make sure you are booking what you need. For any kind of special requests (gondola ride, different locations etc.) please contact us before booking. Important note: In case of missing at least 30% of the session, session will be cancelled with no refund.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 2792 reviews

Workshop Murano Glass Experience

The workshops consist of an hour and a half of work and fun divided into two parts. The first involves the use of a transparent glass plate where guests will create a figure with pieces of Murano glass, called graniglia, which will then be cooked in the oven. The glass will melt and the created figure will remain with the guest. The second part consists of a demonstration phase by the Maestro and subsequently a practical test of Murano glass processing by the guests. Guests will work the glass with the flame and experience the pleasant sensation of ancient lampwork. The workshops are also ideal for families with children over 12, who will love the magic of glass (Not under 12 years old except as a private lesson) Other things to keep in mind The works completed in the first part of the workshop will be cooked in the oven for approximately 3 hours, while the objects made with the flame will be ready after 2 hours of cooling. Everything will be delivered the same day after 2/3 hours or the following day in agreement with the customers. Workshop duration: 1.5 hours.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 550 reviews

The secret corners of Burano

Hi! My name is Silvia and I live in Burano, a delightful island in the lagoon of Venice, known for its technicolor little houses and the charming atmosphere of its secret corners. My intent is to show you the most authentic, colourful, interesting and fun side of this amazing little island. After meeting the public vaporetto stop we will walk until Corte Comare, an enchanting little square with rainbow coloured houses, perfect to be photographed and then reach a beautiful view of the lagoon from where you can admire Mazzorbo, S. Francesco del Deserto, and in the distance the beautiful Venice. Crossing the Three Bridges we will then reach the Giudecca district, my favorite of all the 5 boroughs of Burano (in fact my orange house is right here, haha), and home to dozens of the best fishermen of the island. With a little luck we will admire them at work with their catch of the day: branzini, moeche and gò, the small fish with which the typical risotto of Burano is made. Walking a little further along quiet and surprising streets we will arrive at Piazza Galuppi, home of the Church where a masterpiece by Giambattista Tiepolo is treasured, and the famous Merletti "lace" School, before continuing to other unique and unforgettable corners. Follow me and you will discover the real Burano and its people (inhabitants 2860). Other things to note At the end of the tour, if you are interested, we will visit a lace atelier where authentic lace is made During the tour there are 4 bridges to cross The tour works with rain and shine

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 423 reviews

Unique Photoshoot in Venice

Embark on an enchanting photographic journey through Venice with our exclusive Airbnb experience! Capture the essence of your visit with stunning images in iconic locations. Our adventure begins at the picturesque Rialto area. Armed with my professional camera, I'll skillfully blend posed and candid shots to capture your amazing moments. We'll then go to other specific locations on our way between San marco and Rialto areas . Whether you're a seasoned poser or a first-time photoshoot enthusiast, I'll create a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. As a cherry on top, you'll receive a collection of professional photos, each a timeless memento from your Venetian getaway. For those seeking a touch of luxury, consider our optional extras, including a Gondola photoshoot (extra charge to the Gondolier) or an excursion to the enchanting Burano/Lido islands. Enhance your experience further with a professional makeup artist (extra charge applies). Connect with me before the session for any special requests, and let's create memories that transcend the ordinary. We provide shared group and private experiences, please advise with us before booking. Please note that punctuality is key, as missing more than 30% of the session will result in cancellation without refund. Capture the magic of Venice with us!

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 2027 reviews

Hidden Venice small group exclusive tour

Let yourself be captured by the majesty and beauty of the city of Venice, by its history and legends of the past in a 2 hour small group walking tour with an expert local guide .You will Meet me or one of my Amazing and professional collegues , at Campo San Pantalon at 10:30 am or at 3:30 pm and we will start exploring less travelled destinations!Only through this incredible tour you could discover unusual places impossible to visit by yourself , together with the most famous places. We Will cross Little calli and Little bridges that are hidden in the heart of the City. We will stop at 10:30 am(or 3:30 pm if you choose the afternoon option) to the amazing San Marco Square where the tour will end.You will share this relaxing and fun walk through the city with people from all over the world and make your holiday even more memorable! The group will be max of 20 people

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