Live and Study
in the Floating City
Live and Study
in the Floating City
Live and Study
in the Floating City
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Sale of Original Artwork Benefits the Scholarship Fund
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35th Anniversary
Pratt in Venice publishes Online Catalogue of the 35th Anniversary Exhibition!
Live and Study
in the Floating City
Live and Study
in the Floating City
Live and Study
in the Floating City
Live and Study
in the Floating City
Live and Study
in the Floating City
Live and Study
in the Floating City
Live and Study
in the Floating City
Live and Study
in the Floating City
Whether admiring Tintoretto's paintings at the Scuola Grande di San Rocco, evaluating Giorgione's Tempest at the Accademia or simply exploring alleys and archways, Venice provides a unique atmosphere conducive to learning.
“My experiences this summer can only be described as life-changing, with the Pratt in Venice program surpassing my wildest expectations and having a transformative impact on my art and studies and myself as a person. “
Dimitri Hazzikostas, professor and scholar of ancient and Byzantine art and long-time Pratt in Venice faculty member, died on May 12, 2023.
Buone Feste e Buon Anno da Pratt in Venice a Tutti! Our team at Pratt in Venice wishes you good holidays, good health, and good news in 2023!
Pratt in Venice has launched a Sale of original artwork by alumni/ae of the program to benefit the Scholarship Fund!
Read a special note from Pratt in Venice Director Diana Gisolfi.
“Pratt in Venice was an experience like no other. Through the act of visiting and seeing these works in person, we were able to foster a deeper understanding of creators and artists of that time.”
Pratt in Venice’s annual exhibition, which opened Monday, October 24 in Steuben Gallery and featured over 400 works from the 2022 cohort, was a success!
Having been obliged to cancel our program for summer 2020 and summer 2021, Pratt in Venice returned to our fragile and beautiful site in 2022. And both the miraculous site and our wonderful hosts and collaborators were there to welcome and instruct us.
Pratt in Venice is pleased to present the 2022 annual exhibition, featuring work and research by this year’s participants. Opening reception: Monday, October 24, 5–7 PM
“The program turned out to be quite an experience. I learned a lot about Venetian art and culture, about Pratt and the students there as well as a lot about myself.”
“Pratt in Venice gave me the opportunity of a lifetime to live like a Venetian, and Venice has become my home away from home.”
Painting alongside canals, studying masterpieces up close, and exploring printmaking, Pratt in Venice students are expanding their artistic knowledge abroad.
Pratt in Venice alum Alessandro Levato (PiV ‘18) checks in with an update on his artistic practice, memories of Venice, and ideas for future directions in his work.
About the Program
Find out about the program, courses, faculty, and living and studying in Venice.
Faculty Research, Work, Publications, Exhibitions
Check out the latest work by Pratt in Venice faculty and staff.
SUPPORT THE PROGRAM
Each year, scholarship donations are crucial in allowing more students to participate in the Pratt in Venice program.
35th anniversary
Pratt in Venice is celebrating its 35th year! Learn more about how we’re connecting with and celebrating our illustrious alumni, and planning for the program’s future.
Student Work
View the accomplishments of current studio students and alumni of the program.
Student Research
Students produce scholarship on the various aspects of Venetian art history, materials, and techniques.