Figure Drawing Retreat in Florence with Rey Bustos
October 19-24 2025
October 26-31 2025
$7,995
Is visiting Florence and discovering for yourself the art of the Italian Renaissance on your bucket list? Are you committed to taking your figure drawing skills to the next level? Then you won’t want to miss this exclusive small-group art and art history retreat to the heart of Florence, with renown author and artistic anatomy instructor Rey Bustos. You’ll have a dedicated itinerary that is expertly curated to maximize your experience, ensuring you visit not just the main art attractions like the Uffizi Gallery, Academia Gallery and the iconic Duomo, but also less crowded hidden gems that only a local could show you.
This will provide ample material to draw and inspiration to fuel your artistic soul. You will receive detailed demonstrations and lessons about drawing the human body, structure, proportion, and complex forms, coupled with focused, individualized feedback to rapidly improve your drawing skills.
Your retreat includes six nights of accommodation, a daily breakfast buffet, a welcoming and closing meals together, private gallery visits, art instruction, coaching and critique from Rey Bustos, all entry fees to museums and sights, and ground transportation to all scheduled activities where that is necessary.
The price does not include airfare, travel insurance, and meals not indicated in the itinerary. If you become a member of Art World Excursions, you have the option of monthly payment options for your convenience. Please contact us to secure your place on this life-changing journey. Experience a trip like no other, where you can delve into the world of Renaissance art and simultaneously broaden your horizon through immersive travel. Join us in October when the Tuscan light is beautiful, the weather mild, and the city is less crowded with tourists. During this season, Florence comes alive in a whole new way - one that few tourists ever get to experience.
Travel with us and turn your artistic dreams into a living, breathing reality! We can't wait to welcome you to the captivating world of Italian Renaissance. Let your art and life take an impressive leap. Be prepared to create, inspire, and evolve. Don't just live the art – become it.
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The Ultimate Creative Experience
Discover the beauty and history of Florence while honing your figure drawing skills with renowned artist Rey Bustos.
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Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in the comfort and elegance of the Bernini Palace Hotel in the heart of Florence.
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World-Class Training
Enjoy world-class training by renown artistic anatomy and figure drawinginstructor Rey Bustos to hone your skills and elevate your art to new heights.
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Meet New Friends
Join like-minded artists and art lovers and come away with life-long friends at the five-star Bernini Palace Hotel.
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Expand Your Creativity
Immerse yourself in the art of the Italian Renaissance and draw inspiration from its rich history, architecture, and culture
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Personalized Itinerary
With a small group size, our retreat offers a personalized experience tailored to your individual interests and needs.
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Day 1 - Arrival
• Lecture on Florence, a brief history and the Renaissance.
• Walk to the Piazza della Signoria
• Visit Bernini Palace Hotel to view the sculptures - "Rape of Sabine Women" by Giambologna, Cellini's Perseus with the head of Medusa
• Visit Loggia dei Lanzi, a platform where public debates took place
Day 2
• Visit the Baptistery, discussing perspective and the famous doors
• Giotto's Campanile
Visit the Duomo (The cathedral with Bruneleschi's famous dome)
Day 3
• Ponte Vecchio and Vasari Corridor
• Uffizi Gallery
• Lunch
• Visit the Specola Museum (Opened in 1775) to view the famous wax anatomy sculptures
• Visit the Palazzo Piti
Day 4
• Visit Galleria dell’Accademia, where Michelangelo's "David" stands
Day 5
• Piazzale Michelangelo - a vista dedicated to Michelangelo, from where you can see the entire city
• Group farewell dinner
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• Six nights hotel accommodation at the exquisite Bernini Palace Hotel.
• Meals included in this tour are the welcome degustation with Dr. Barry, breakfast daily at your hotel, dinner with our special guest on Wednesday, and our farewell dinner together on Friday.
• Enrichment program of lectures and talks
• Gratuities to local guides and drivers
• Taxes, service, and porterage charges
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• International airfare
• Passport/Visa fees
• Meals and alcoholic beverages not specified as inclusions
• Personal items and expenses
• Airport transfers other than for those on suggested flights
• Excess baggage
• Traveler’s insurance
• Any other items not specifically mentioned as included
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