Michelangelo’s last apprentice, Dr Alan Pascuzzi, brings talent to Conwy Art Weekend

An artist who has painstakingly recreated 135 drawings by Michelangelo is bringing his incredible skill to Wales for the first ever Conwy Art Weekend.

Dr Alan Pascuzzi is a master painter, sculptor, art historian and author whose works have graced the Vatican City and beyond. He will be sharing his talent via a series of special events for The Conwy Art Weekend at St Mary’s Church from 25-27 October 2019. 

The Conwy Art Weekend coincides with the 2019 Gweldd Conwy Feast and will offer a unique experience to locals and visitors to the town.

The weekend will kick off with workshops where Dr Pascuzzi will teach the ancient art of fresco painting, the same technique Michelangelo used to paint the world famous Sistine Chapel.  

On Friday night, St Mary’s will host an intimate lecture by Dr Pascuzzi on how Michelangelo transformed from an apprentice to become a Renaissance master.  Saturday evening will see a full programme of relaxing live music in the atmospherically lit surroundings of St Mary’s Church.  

People will also be able to take in sculptures and drawings by Dr Pascuzzi at an exhibition that will be open the entire weekend.

The Conwy Art Weekend is the brain child of Life:Full Colour founder, Sara McKee.  Sara said: “I’ve been passionate about Italian Renaissance art since I was introduced to it as an art history student. It has been a dream come true to meet and make friends with an artist of Alan Pascuzzi’s brilliance over recent years. I know he has equal passion and joy for sharing his skills and knowledge so we’re delighted to bring him to Conwy to inspire and spark people’s creativity.”

Events available include:

Workshops:      Discover your inner Michelangelo

Friday 25 and Saturday 26 October – 10:00am to 1.00pm and 2.30pm to 5.30pm

Church of St Mary & All Saints, Conwy

Price: £35.10 inclusive of VAT and booking fee

Price includes all art materials, apron, and finished artwork

Lecture:           Becoming Michelangelo

Friday 25 October, 6.30pm – 7.00pm

Church of St Mary & All Saints, Conwy

Entrance is free

Exhibition:        A Florentine Perspective

Date: Friday 25 October to Sunday 27 October 2019, 10.00am to 5.00pm 

Location: Church of St Mary & All Saints, Conwy

Entrance: Free

Entertainment: An Evening of Art and Music

Date: Saturday 26 October, 6.30pm – 8.30pm

Location: Church of St Mary & All Saints, Conwy

Entrance: Free

For further information and to book tickets, visit www.lifefullcolour.com/conwyartweekend