HYBRID PROGRAM – Florence Classical Arts Academy
Published on October 20, 2025
January 5 – July 24, 2026
This course is perfect for aspiring artists who are time-constrained or on a budget but still wish to receive high-quality training in classical painting and constructive drawing techniques. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, the FCAA hybrid course offers a balanced and comprehensive learning experience.
Course Structure - Online Segment (Self-Paced) 4 months: January through April 2026.
Begin your artistic journey from the comfort of your home, mastering the basic fundamentals of classical painting and constructive drawing at your own pace. FCAA’s comprehensive online curriculum covers essential techniques and foundational skills necessary to prepare you for advanced studies. Throughout the online segment, their experienced instructors provide weekly feedback and conduct monthly video calls to support and guide you.
In-Person Segment 3 months (Intensive) - May through July 2026.
After completing the online portion, join the academy in Florence for three months of intensive, hands-on in-studio training. This segment focuses on more complex aspects of classical painting, including portrait drawing and painting, composition, anatomy, copying old masters and plein-air.
Upon successful completion of the Foundation Year Hybrid Program the students receive the Certificate in Visual Arts and are eligible for admission to the second year of the Three-Year Program (Diploma in Visual Arts).
Click to view the video introduction.
Key benefits of the hybrid program are flexibility, cost effectiveness, expert instruction, no student visa require (for most countries), and expert instruction.
You can inquire more information about the syllabus of the program and request a free sample of the video of the online segment by contacting the Admissions Office at admissions@artac.org.
