This 12-day immersive program begins before departure, with at least 12 hours of online preparation covering key art history insights and sketching techniques. Guided by artist and art historian Dr. Mohsen Veysi, you’ll explore Florence’s museums, streets, and surrounding landscapes, learning both the history of art and the practice of drawing directly on site. Each day blends cultural discovery with hands-on creativity, making Italy itself your classroom. More than a trip, this is where art, history, and lived experience converge into a journey you’ll never forget. This transformative learning journey will blend academic insights, cultural exploration, museum visits, and engaging creative discussions.

A short visual glimpse into the inspiring environment where this course unfolds.

Here is a visual taste of the world awaiting you: Florence’s art, architecture, and atmosphere. Soon, you’ll not only watch but also live it — sketching on location, visiting historic spaces, and discovering the city’s beauty as part of your own creative journey.

This is more than a tour. It’s a thoughtfully designed, immersive educational experience that blends art history, drawing practice, and cultural exploration — all in the birthplace of the Renaissance.

Classroom Component — Pre-Trip Preparation (14 hours online)

4–6 weeks of engaging online sessions with Dr. Mohsen Veysi.

• Introduction to Renaissance Art History – Explore the cultural context of Florence’s Golden Age.
• Foundations of Drawing & Sketching – Accessible for beginners, enriching for experienced artists.
• Build a strong foundation before arriving in Florence, connecting history, technique, and creative practice.

On-Site Immersion in Florence (12 Days)

Experience Florence as both an artist and explorer:

• Museum Visits – Uffizi, Accademia, Bargello, and beyond, with expert-led talks.
• Urban Sketching & Painting – Capture the city in historic piazzas, the Boboli Gardens, and scenic viewpoints.
• Cultural Experiences – From Tuscan wine tasting to a hands-on cooking class, immerse yourself in the lifestyle of the region.

Students sketching on-site during art sessions in Florence, 2017–2023.

• Adult learners & lifelong learners (no prior art experience required)
• Retirees seeking meaningful cultural immersion
• Creative travelers looking for more than sightseeing
• Students or young professionals interested in art, culture, and creative skills
• Artists or hobbyists looking to expand their practice in an immersive environment
• Groups or corporate teams looking for creative retreats or team-building experiences

Mohsen Veysi, PhD
Artist | Art Historian | Educator

Dr. Mohsen Veysi is an internationally trained artist, art historian, and educator with over a decade of teaching experience in Italy, Switzerland, the United States, and Canada. He holds a PhD in Art History from the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, an MFA from the University of Cincinnati, and degrees in Painting and New Media from the Accademia di Belle Arti in Florence, where his deep connection with Italian art and culture began.

Mohsen specializes in a distinctive approach he calls Art History in Practice — an educational method that bridges academic insight and hands-on creation. His work and teaching explore the dynamic interplay between image and text, poetry and painting, theory and practice. Fluent in multiple languages and deeply rooted in both Eastern and Western traditions, he brings a transcultural perspective to everything he teaches.

What makes Mohsen’s courses truly unique is their experiential, embodied nature. He believes that art should not only be studied — it should be felt, perceived, and created in the very places it was born. Whether walking through a Renaissance piazza, sketching beside a Roman ruin, or analyzing artworks inside Italy’s iconic museums, participants in his programs engage with art history on multiple levels — intellectual, visual, emotional, and physical.

This is where art, history, culture, and travel meet.
This is not just a tour.
It’s a transformative artistic journey.

🌐 www.mohsenveysi.com
✉️ mohsenveysi@gmail.com

For registration and travel arrangements, please contact our travel partner Finisterra:

📧 Email: info@finisterra.ca
🌐 Registration / Tour Link: Florence Art Tour

“Secure your spot on this unforgettable Florence journey — limited spaces available!”

Click below to view or download the PDFs:

• 📅 Itinerary – Day-by-day course schedule
• 📝 Full Course Syllabus and Supply List – Details for participants
• 📄 Instructor CV – Teaching background and credentials