Italian Craftsmanship & Ancient Trades
The Art of Neapolitan Street Painters: Paint on the Streets of Naples
Discover the ancient art of Neapolitan Madonnari and paint directly on the streets of Naples. Learn traditional street art techniques using natural pigments and chalk with a real local artist.
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Participants min 2, max 5
Sconto per bambini fino a 10 years -
Investment 60,00 euro
(Children 40,00 euro) -
Duration 2:30 h.
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Days Monday
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Timetable 10:00 - 12:30
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Location Naples
Group of 5 persons: save 28%
The ancient art of the Madonnari — street painters born in 15th-century Italy — still lives on in the streets of Naples. These artists transform pavements into living canvases, creating temporary masterpieces with colored chalk and natural pigments.
Join this unique cultural experience and become an artist for a day. Guided by a true Neapolitan Madonnaro, you’ll learn the secrets of this centuries-old craft, from preparing the surface to sketching and shading your own creation.
Set in the vibrant historic center of Naples, this workshop is perfect for families, art lovers, and curious travelers who want to experience the city’s creative and popular spirit firsthand.
- Meeting point: Palazzo Zevallos, 10:00 AM
- Introduction to the history of Neapolitan Madonnari
- Preparing and cleaning the pavement
- Priming and outlining the working area
- Choosing a subject and painting with chalks and pigments
- Interacting with passersby and locals
- Cleaning and restoring the area
- Ending time: around 12:30 PM
A unique and artistic experience perfect for travelers who love culture, creativity, and authentic Naples.
Ideal for individuals, groups, and families.
Languages: Italian, English
Location: Historic center of Naples (Palazzo Zevallos area)
Languages spoken by the Local: Italiano,inglese
Adherence to the 'Safe Welcome' protocol defined in the risk assessment document in accordance with Legislative Decree 2008/81 and subsequent amendments, in order to mitigate the risk of transmission of infection from Covid-19 within locations, tourist accommodation facilities and indoor and outdoor environments, with the aim of protecting the health and safety of guests, customers, collaborators, partners.
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Participants creating chalk drawings during the Madonnari street art experience in Naples.
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Master Madonnaro demonstrating the street drawing technique near Palazzo Zevallos.
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Chalks and colors ready to create art in the historic center of Naples.
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Participants signing their artwork on the streets of Naples.
