Our Venetian Plaster Basic Class is a comprehensive, hands-on exploration of the application process for Tadelakt and Marmorino (Venetian Plaster).

The full range of Marmorino grain sizes is covered, from the finer Grassello and Marmorino Fine to the more satin Medium, with attention to their different handling and visual outcomes. Participants practise each phase of the process, starting from substrate evaluation and primer selection, through to trowel application techniques, polishing, and surface finishing. The final stages involve selecting and applying suitable protective treatments based on the surface’s intended use.

A selection of textured finishes is also introduced, allowing participants to work with matt, textured surfaces that are increasingly relevant in contemporary interior and exterior architecture, and that represent a more accessible entry point into decorative finishes.

Practical work is carried out on vertical boards and small wall areas, allowing repetition of the full application cycle and consolidation of the techniques. The class is structured to provide the knowledge and practical skills required to continue independent practice and to begin working professionally.

This Basic Venetian Plaster course is addressed to all levels. Beginners will find the course particularly beneficial as it starts with the basics of Venetian plaster application. However, even experienced artisans will find value in this class, correcting common mistakes, and learning the subtle intricacies from master craftsmen with over 40 years of experience in the field. Our instructors are bearers of an authentic tradition, ready to pass on their rich legacy to every participant.