En Plein Air Painting Workshop at Villa Carlotta

Nestled on the picturesque shores of Lake Como, Villa Carlotta invites art enthusiasts and nature lovers to participate in the “Laboratorio Pittura en Plain Air” event. This unique painting workshop allows participants to immerse themselves in the breathtaking beauty of Villa Carlotta’s magnificent gardens in an entirely new and captivating way.

Set within the beautiful gardens of Villa Carlotta, participants will learn how to make natural paints using flowers, leaves, fruit, aromatic herbs and other plant materials. This simple, sustainable approach to painting transforms the colours of nature into artistic expression.

Using these handmade pigments, participants will create bookmarks and paintings inspired by the surrounding landscape and the atmosphere of the gardens, offering a unique opportunity to explore creativity while discovering the beauty of the natural environment.

Take advantage of this extraordinary event at Villa Carlotta and spend an unforgettable time of artistic exploration and natural splendour on the shores of Lake Como!

Dates & Times

26 July 2026 – 11:00

2 August 2026 – 11:00

23 August 2026 – 15:30

30 August 2026 – 15:30