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Rome Art Program - Draw and Paint throughout the City of Rom
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Rome Art Program (RAP) is an intensive plein air program designed to inspire students to develop their artistic vision through painting and drawing on the streets of Rome. Our ideology is based on the compelling impact that firsthand observation and perception have on drawing and painting, where the interaction of figuration and abstraction intermingle. We are an independent program, led by working artists who are passionate about Rome and the impact it has on artists of all ages. Faculty and staff serve as mentors to students during their study in Rome. Many of our students describe their time with RAP as a supportive ‘bootcamp’ that accelerates the development of their work. We teach students how to paint in the plein air tradition, on the streets of Rome. Students are given a Weekly Schedule with class locations. Prompts are given at the beginning of each class, and students respond, using Rome as their subject. With RAP, participants will discover the many layers of Rome, from ancient ruins to the contemporary city. Students can expect to create a substantial body of work during their session and leave Rome with a suitcase full of ideas for future work.
Rome Art Program (RAP) is an intensive plein air program designed to inspire students to develop their artistic vision through painting and drawing on the streets of Rome. Our ideology is based on the compelling impact that firsthand observation and perception have on drawing and painting, where the interaction of figuration and abstraction intermingle. We are an independent program, led by working artists who are passionate about Rome and the impact it has on artists of all ages. Faculty and staff serve as mentors to students during their study in Rome. Many of our students describe their time with RAP as a supportive ‘bootcamp’ that accelerates the development of their work. We teach students how to paint in the plein air tradition, on the streets of Rome. Students are given a Weekly Schedule with class locations. Prompts are given at the beginning of each class, and students respond, using Rome as their subject. With RAP, participants will discover the many layers of Rome, from ancient ruins to the contemporary city. Students can expect to create a substantial body of work during their session and leave Rome with a suitcase full of ideas for future work.
Program Highlights
Develop painting and drawing skills through direct observation on the streets of Rome.
Build your creative vision by working with real-life subjects, blending figuration and abstraction.
Learn under experienced artist-instructors who guide and support your artistic growth.
Follow structured weekly prompts and create artworks inspired by Rome’s historic and modern landscapes.
Produce a substantial body of work while exploring artistic techniques in a focused learning environment.
Quick Details
- Rome, Italy
- Summer
- Art & Fine Arts
- Art History
- Arts
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Rome, Italy
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Art & Fine Arts
- Art History
- Arts
Availability
Years Offered: 2029, 2028, 2027, 2026
- Summer
Age Requirement
18+
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Other
Frequently Asked Questions
Do classes run every day during the program?
We are an intensive program with weekday classes, Monday-Friday. During the week, students attend painting, drawing, and art history classes on site in Rome. Art History and Group Critiques take place most Fridays. Evenings are generally kept free. On the weekends students can choose to relax in Rome, head to one of the local beaches, or travel throughout Italy.
How are the classes structured?
Students work in plein air, sometimes in challenging conditions due to the site location, crowds, or weather. Classes generally run from 9:30am – 5:00pm, M-F, with a break for lunch. Occasionally there is an evening class. Prompts are given at the beginning of each class and students respond, using Rome as their subject. Classes are largely process-driven; faculty guide and advise while allowing the student to make their own discoveries.
What materials do I need to bring for the art program?
Students work primarily in watercolor, charcoal, graphite, and ink. Acrylic on paper is optional after Week 2. Paper packs flat into a suitcase and we prefer art materials that dry fast, which makes transporting work easy
What kind of accommodation is provided for students?
Our fully equipped student apartments provide our participants with the unparalleled experience of living in the center of Rome.
Student Housing is included in the program fees and apartments have everything students need for a comfortable stay, including bed linens/towels/pillows, closet space, a fully equipped kitchen, communal bathrooms, free WiFi, and washing machines (no dryers are necessary as clothes dry overnight on drying racks).
What are the requirements for applying to the program?
To apply, you must complete our 3-Step Application: Complete application form and pay the application fee, upload 6 – 8 images of your recent work, and submit one letter of recommendation from an arts professional. Once all materials are submitted, we forward your application to our Artist Panel for review. You can expect to receive a response within 7-10 business days.
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