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Experience Marble Carving: Hands-On Sculpture Creation with Traditional Techniques
4.9
63 Ratings
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You’ll acquire practical knowledge of the conventional methods and tools used in marble carving! I’ll steer you through the journey of creating a small relief sculpture that you can carry away with you. This will give you a distinctive understanding of the history and artistry of marble sculpting.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Eggares - Join us in our picturesque outdoor garden setting as we delve into the world of marble sculpture. Here, you’ll find work tables, blocks of pristine white marble sourced from the island of Naxos, and a collection of locally forged tools. Our experienced instructor Maggie Ross will take you on a journey through the rich history of marble arts, introducing you to various types of tools and discussing the unique properties of marble and other stones. You’ll learn the traditional hand carving technique for each tool as you practice on a block of marble for a designated period. Whether you choose to follow one of our Archaic Greek design templates or bring your own idea to life, Maggie will work with you every step of the way, from concept to execution. With no prior experience necessary, this three-hour workshop is perfect for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the art of marble sculpture in a peaceful and serene outdoor setting. Come and discover the beauty and intrigue of this ancient craft!
What's Included
- Bottled water provided
- Tea and coffee available
- All tools and supplies included
Additional Information
- Requires standing at a worktable.
Location
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We are in the village of Engares 15 minutes from the port. You will pass through the village, the Olive Press Museum, and a narrow bridge. About 100 meters you will turn left onto a gravel road at the second blue sign "Outopia" . 3rd gate on the right. If you need Taxi Dimitris
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(63 Ratings)
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Dawn_i
Jul 25, 2024
Fun memory and mementos from our mother/daughter trip - This was something different but a ton of fun. Maggie was very helpful and made this a memorable experience for me and my daughter.
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Michael_g
Jul 11, 2024
So much fun! - My wife and I had a great time at the marble carving! We had no prior experience and the class took us through the process step by step. The instructor was very nice and helped us refine the pieces. We ended up with a couple amazing and unique souvenirs. We highly recommend this one!
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Mariana_l
Jul 10, 2024
Marble carving for the layman? Who knew?!? Highly recommend!! - Such a memorable experience! While a bit hard to find, it was worth the effort. Our instructor helped us every step of the way, and stepped in as necessary--the perfect balance of allowing us to create our own thing, but helping when we got stuck. She also provided watermelon, cheese, and homemade lemonade, which was wonderful! Highly recommend!
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Samantha_b
Jul 4, 2024
Such a wonderful... - Such a wonderful experience! Top notch hospitality and teaching. Definitely the highlight to my trip to Naxos and now I have a one of a kind souvenir to remember :)
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Skye_b
Jun 25, 2024
A Must do! - This is a must do while visiting Naxos!! We had so much fun marble carving. What a unique thing to experience! Instructor was great and has so much knowledge to share!
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Abby_c
Jun 23, 2024
It was marble-ous! - Such a memorable experience creating our own souvenirs! We all loved it and left with beautiful pieces we created.
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Ashley_g
Jun 18, 2024
Wonderful time - Maggie was amazing. We learned so much from the experience and left with a high appreciation of what it takes to do this on a professional level.
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Carina_l
Jun 16, 2024
Lovely Unique Experience in Greece - Where in the world can you do a marble carving class? Absolutely lovely teacher who was patient and attentive. Unique experience that will 100% be one of the highlights of your Greece - Naxos trip!
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Janethw8800ok
Jun 15, 2024
Great course - Fantastic course. Really enjoyed learning the techniques and seeing a bit of “real” Naxos. Would highly recommend interested in learning some new skills.
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Sehar_k
Jun 13, 2024
Unique and enjoyable - I am glad I decided to sign up for this last minute. Maggie was very helpful and a great teacher. I had zero experience and was able to carve a beautiful piece with her guidance. Such fun!
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