TEACHING IN ENGLISH / 1 WEEK / JULY 6-10, 2026 / ON CAMPUS
Mural Art: Rome in Color! represents a unique experience in the Roman context: one of the first muralism courses offered by a university officially recognized by the MUR. This is not simply a technical workshop on mural painting, but a comprehensive educational program that explores art as a collective practice and a tool for social transformation.
The aim is to develop artistic and design skills capable of engaging with urban space, giving life to collaborative works that intertwine aesthetics and architecture and emerge from the interaction between individual creativity and community participation. This course also brings together some of the main artistic and technical vocations that define RUFA as an Academy: from painting to design, from architecture to performance, creating an interdisciplinary experience that broadens the creative and professional perspectives of the participants.
At the end of the course, a certificate of attendance will be issued, upon attendance of at least 4 out of the 5 scheduled lessons, for the possible recognition of 2 CFAs.
Course type: group – in person
Participants: Min. 8, Max. 20 | The program is open to university students of Fine Arts, Art History, Design, Middle and High School Teachers, activists, professionals, writers, and anyone interested in urban regeneration.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Duration: July 6-10, 2026
Cost: €850
Requirements/support: No entry requirements. Participants are invited to bring their own laptop/tablet for the first two days.
Language: A good knowledge of English is required.
Instructor: Clarisse Hermont
Location: RUFA – Via Degli Ausoni 7/A – Rome; urban spaces to be defined
Certificate: At the end of the course, a certificate of attendance will be issued, upon attendance of at least 4 out of the 5 scheduled lessons, for the possible recognition of 2 CFAs.
METHODOLOGY
Interactive lessons: slide presentations on theory, history, and case studies of significant murals.
Practical workshops: in-class design exercises (sketches, mock-ups) and hands-on painting demonstrations.
Site analysis exercise: on-site visit to a wall or indoor space selected for real-context study.
Group work and critique: collaborative projects with peer feedback sessions and group discussions.
Technical execution: translating projects onto large surfaces using transfer methods (grid, projection) and appropriate tools and materials. Demonstration of skills in preparing and applying paint on 2×2 m panels (or walls), following safety and material management best practices.
Final presentation: students present a mural project and an operational plan, simulating a client proposal, followed by a critique session.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
The course aims to guide students through the discovery of mural art, exploring its history, social role, and multiple contemporary forms. Through theoretical lessons and practical activities, participants will learn fundamental large-scale painting techniques, becoming familiar with materials, tools, and safety regulations necessary for real-world contexts.
Particular attention is given to the development of design skills, from composition to color, from perspective to proportions, refining the ability to transform an idea into a coherent and communicative artistic intervention. Students will also learn to analyze the physical and urban context of a mural site — evaluating scale, materials, lighting, traffic flows, and other variables — to adapt the project to the space it will occupy.
The program also provides tools for professional project management: from client communication to proposal drafting, from budget definition to logistical planning. Finally, the workshop experience fosters teamwork, creative thinking, and the ability to integrate art with architecture and the community dimension of public spaces.
Clarisse Hermont
Clarisse Hermont is originally from Minas Gerais, Brazil. Born in Belo Horizonte, she currently lives in Rome, where she completed a Master’s in Painting at the Rome University of Fine Arts (RUFA). She graduated in Architecture and Urban Planning in 2021 and, since 2018, has pursued a path of growth and consolidation within the artistic scene. Through art, she found the opportunity to transform the gray uniformity of cities into environments that celebrate the beauty of nature. She is recognized for her ability to develop innovative techniques and for her constant exploration of visual languages that stimulate creativity and enhance the aesthetic impact of her works.
A versatile and experimental visual artist, Clarisse has a wide and varied portfolio reflecting the evolution of her artistic journey. A disciplined and productive creative, she is also an experienced teacher, with solid skills in classroom management, workshop development, and student motivation. An open, empathetic, and communicative leader, she has achieved tangible results through the adoption of innovative teaching methods, significantly improving students’ understanding and interest in the art world. Her latest work, sponsored by the Municipality of Artena, is a mural in memory of Willy Monteiro Duarte, created in agreement with the family and thanks to the collective collaboration of the community.
Winter-Summer RUFA students and Alumni: 10%
RUFA students and Alumni: 50%
Very early bird: by December 31, 2025 – 15%
Early bird: by March 31, 2026 – 10%
Course/group/family packages: contact corsibrevi@unirufa.it
Participants who, after attending the course, enroll in a first- or second-level academic degree program at RUFA will receive a 10% reduction on the first-year tuition fee.
RUFA has established several agreements with facilities providing housing services. For more information, please contact corsibrevi@unirufa.it
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