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CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Drawing & Culture in Florence
Sharpen your drawing skills in the city where Michelangelo got his start! Delve into the art of drawing, a foundational skill for any young artist, in the open-air museum of Florence. Tap into your imagination as you pick up cross-hatching, blending, scribbling, and more from professional artists and experts. Try your hand at ancient mediums like paper marbling. Make sketches during interactive ...
Sharpen your drawing skills in the city where Michelangelo got his start! Delve into the art of drawing, a foundational skill for any young artist, in the open-air museum of Florence. Tap into your imagination as you pick up cross-hatching, blending, scribbling, and more from professional artists and experts. Try your hand at ancient mediums like paper marbling. Make sketches during interactive workshops at world-famous museums and cathedrals, like Museo del Novecento and the Porta San Niccolò. Immerse yourself in the world of artists who sparked the Italian Renaissance, like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. In the end, you’ll have your own portfolio of artwork showing off your talent and progress! Roam the cobblestone streets and draw inspiration from the masterpieces sprinkled acro...
Program Highlights
Explore the creations of Leonardo da Vinci, Michaelangelo, and Boticelli at the Uffizi Gallery, one of the world’s first modern museums, dating back to 1560.
Grasp the technique of fresco painting with a local artist and make your own masterpiece.
Discover Florentine street art splashed across lesser known quarters and hidden corners of the city.
Step into a time machine of creativity at the Museo dell’Opera del Duomo. Admire an unmatched collection of medieval and early Renaissance art.
Wander through rooms containing astronomical instruments from all the way to the 11th century at the Galileo Museum.
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Quick Details
- Florence, Italy
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
- Experiential Learning
- American
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Program Details
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Locations
- Florence, Italy
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Experiential Learning
Availability
Years Offered: 2026
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- American
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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Sharpen your drawing skills in the city where Michelangelo got his start! Delve into the art of drawing, a foundational skill for any young artist, in the open-air museum of Florence. Tap into your imagination as you pick up cross-hatching, blending, scribbling, and more from professional artists and experts. Try your hand at ancient mediums like paper marbling. Make sketches during interactive workshops at world-famous museums and cathedrals, like Museo del Novecento and the Porta San Niccolò. Immerse yourself in the world of artists who sparked the Italian Renaissance, like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. In the end, you’ll have your own portfolio of artwork showing off your talent and progress! Roam the cobblestone streets and draw inspiration from the masterpieces sprinkled acro...

CIEE High School Abroad

CIEE High School Abroad
Ready to Learn More?
Sharpen your drawing skills in the city where Michelangelo got his start! Delve into the art of drawing, a foundational skill for any young artist, in the open-air museum of Florence. Tap into your imagination as you pick up cross-hatching, blending, scribbling, and more from professional artists and experts. Try your hand at ancient mediums like paper marbling. Make sketches during interactive workshops at world-famous museums and cathedrals, like Museo del Novecento and the Porta San Niccolò. Immerse yourself in the world of artists who sparked the Italian Renaissance, like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. In the end, you’ll have your own portfolio of artwork showing off your talent and progress! Roam the cobblestone streets and draw inspiration from the masterpieces sprinkled acro...
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