The experience
Your teacher
Diego has gained substantial experience in teaching glass art, and our courses are crafted for both groups and individual students. We welcome both beginners and professionals with experience in glass work.
Intensive courses
Our intensive courses allow you to dedicate yourself to your project without interruptions, offering all the time you need to learn and perfect your technique. This approach eliminates the frequent breaks of weekly courses, offering a complete and immersive training experience.
Personalized lessons
We often work with just one student at a time, a formula that guarantees exclusive attention from the teacher and allows you to follow every phase of the project directly in the studio.
Time optimization
During the courses, every moment is optimized. During the breaks necessary for the kiln to cool or the putty to dry, we offer the opportunity to explore the town or take a walk along the lakeside.
The course with Diego was a wonderful experience! He is an exceptional teacher, who is able to convey his enthusiasm and his art with great passion. In just a few days, starting from scratch, he managed to teach me to create a small window, which today embellishes a door of my house ... I will be back, absolutely!
There are no words to describe Diego, he has become a friend who I will always treasure, a Maestro who has a great desire to teach, an exceptional professional. For those hungry to learn, he is just the right person. I studied an excellent course with Diego which I recommend and which I will never forget. There's a part of Diego in my windows. He is a Master craftsman, which is so difficult to find these days.
Lake Bolsena and the Surroundings
Bolsena is a beautiful typical town of central Italy, located on the shores of the namesake lake, the largest volcanic lake in Europe. With its intact medieval charm, Bolsena enchants visitors with unique views and a timeless atmosphere.
The ancient village and the Rocca Monaldeschi
The ancient heart of the city is the medieval village, built around the year 1000, and dominated by the majestic Rocca Monaldeschi. Its towers offer spectacular views of the lake.
The Basilica of Santa Cristina and the lakeside
Further down, the most recent historical part of the city includes large squares and the Basilica of Santa Cristina, an architectural jewel. From here, the avenue of centuries-old plane trees leads to the beaches and the lakeside, adorned with a precious collection of hydrangeas.
The Studio and Acccommodation
The Studio
Our studio and shop is located on the main street of Bolsena and offers a large space, equipped with light tables, a wide range of colored glass and all the materials necessary for the creation of your projects.
When the weather permits, lunches are held outdoors, in our cozy courtyard.
Our courses are generally reserved for a maximum of four students, so as to guarantee everyone the necessary space to work in complete tranquility and safety.
Lunch included
Lunchtimes are varied, healthy social occasions. The menu is predominantly vegetarian. This area offers the highest quantity local products including: olive oil, wine, vegetables, fresh fish and delicious sheep’s cheese from the Bolsena dairy.
Accommodation
At a convenient price, we offer our students an exclusive apartment in the medieval hamlet of Bolsena Castle, a few steps from the studio with a beautiful walk in the heart of the town. The apartment is fully equipped and comfortable.
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What's for dinner?
The apartment is equipped with a fully fitted kitchen, allowing students to prepare their own dinner if they wish. Alternatively, Bolsena offers a wide selection of restaurants and pizzerias, charming spots in the alleys of the medieval village or on the lakeside, perfect for dining while admiring the colours of the sunset and tasting traditional local dishes.
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