Venice: Carnival Mask Decoration Class at Casanova Prisons

Venice: Carnival Mask Decoration Class at Casanova Prisons

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Join a mask decoration workshop with an artisan instructor in the Prison Palace, in the heart of Venice. Make your own mask to take home as a unique souvenir.

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Highlights

Unleash your creative juices with an art workshop led by a local craftsman
Join a class at Palazzo Delle Prigioni in the heart of the St Mark's Square
Learn how to decorate a traditional Venetian carnival mask
Use glitter, paint, and other materials to complete your masterpiece
Take home a special souvenir from Venice made by your own hands

Description

A traveler from the other side of the world strolled through the city of Venice, captivated by its charm. Suddenly, he stumbled upon the imposing walls of the Palazzo delle Prigioni. He spotted a partially open door and peered inside. Among the unfinished masks and vibrant colors, he met Beatrice, a Venetian mask artisan, whose welcoming smile and enchanting artistry immediately captivated him. Beatrice began to share with him the secret of Venetian mask-making. She explained that each mask had a hidden story, a silent narrative of emotions and mysteries. He was fascinated and immediately started his own creation, blending colors, glitter, and emotions. When he finally worn his mask, something magical happened. Beatrice whispered to him that each mask had its own story. As he looked around the workshop, he wondered what the story of his mask would be. The traveler explored this historic site, famously known as the place from which Casanova is said to have escaped. He admired a stunning view overlooking the magnificent St. Mark’s Basin and decorated his Carnival mask, transporting himself straight to the Carnival of the 1700s. This experience combines history, art, and tradition, allowing him to immerse in the enchanting atmosphere of the era, where the glamour and magic of Carnival will come together in a unique adventure. And are you already wondering what the story of your mask will be? Each mask created in this workshop is a unique piece of history, a work of art that carries the magic of Venice and the stories of those who created it. Get ready to discover the story behind each mask, including your own.