Let's Work Artisans! Learning Though experience
This project aims at developing a deep understanding of the complex world of the Florentine artistic crafts, of both small and medium sized historic workshops. Subjects covered are: the acquisition of a deep understanding of traditional and innovative techniques, business aspects, the link between arts and craftsmanship through the centuries.
A close analysis of the glossary of arts and techniques is emphasized. Participants will appreciate the artisans' role from a critical perspective and will acquire tools to become aware of the added value brought by artisan made products. Introductory lectures will be followed by interactive meetings with the artisans, maestri, at their bottega. There, instructors will play the role of mediators between artisans and participants by leading them through a path of experiences based on knowledge and critical discussions. The project is particularly dedicated to American universities and colleges, Italian universities, schools offering courses of Italian culture and language, Italian schools, and individuals with specific interest in this unique aspect of Italian culture.
Partecipants
- American and International universities and colleges
- Cultural institutions and schools
- Italian universities and schools
- Individuals with a specific interest
Goals
- Introducing artistic, cultural, historic, business and linguistic aspects related to the Florentine and the Italian artisan culture
- Immersing participants in an authentic context
- Enhancing and facilitating the learning acquisition process of cultural and linguistic contents
- Stimulating curiosity and personal involvement through hands-on activities
- Developing the learning acquisition process based on human relations in an authentic environment
Structure
- Introductory lectures
- Original didactic material provided
- Meetings with the Florentine maestri at their bottega and critical discussions
- Participants' feedback on the acquired knowledge (written reports, photos, drawings, videos, etc…)
- Workshops dedicated to Italian language acquisition
- Maximum 10 participants each group (visiting the bottega) larger groups (others locations)
