Château d'Amboise is a mecca of inspiration for Leonardo da Vinci, who stayed in Amboise (1516-1519), at the invitation of king François 1er. He realized especially a famous drawing of the royal castle in 1517.
Visitors are invited to draw their inspiration from the scenery of the Royal House and the exceptional views of the gardens of the royal castle. Easels and large-format frames are thus arranged in the gardens of the castle to give vent to their interpretation of the site and the work of the Florentine master. Each creation carried out on site or home may be stored or photographed after work in the studio © Leonardissimo and immediately shared on social forums to elect the artist of the month and season.
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Enter the "secret garden" of the Florentine master: Take a picture of yourself and immerse yourself in one of the famous portrait of Leonardo that King acquires and sets at Amboise Castle in 1518; Capture the most beautiful views of the castle and add a touch léonardienne with the effect of "Sfumato"; Sit in front of the easel and large-format frames arranged in the gardens and terraces overlooking the Loire to create your own work and take part in international competitions Leonardissimo!
In the "Malle Leonardo", discover the exceptional destiny of Leonardo and talents deployed in Amboise for the glory of the King of France: Curriculum Vitae addressed to Ludovico Sforza, Duke of Milan in 1482; Leonardo artistic journey map Vinci to Amboise; Follow the last four years of his life (1516-1519) until his death in Amboise.
Go in search of the "Leonardo burial" a forgotten time and participate in the excavation conducted in 1863 by Arsène Houssaye, Inspector General of Fine Arts.
"Come to the castle" to discover the cultural programming of the season largely devoted to the celebrations of the fifth centenary of Leonardo's stay in Amboise (1516-1519).
Visitors are invited to draw their inspiration from the scenery of the Royal House and the exceptional views of the gardens of the royal castle. Easels and large-format frames are thus arranged in the gardens of the castle to give vent to their interpretation of the site and the work of the Florentine master. Each creation carried out on site or home may be stored or photographed after work in the studio © Leonardissimo and immediately shared on social forums to elect the artist of the month and season.
On the menu :
Enter the "secret garden" of the Florentine master: Take a picture of yourself and immerse yourself in one of the famous portrait of Leonardo that King acquires and sets at Amboise Castle in 1518; Capture the most beautiful views of the castle and add a touch léonardienne with the effect of "Sfumato"; Sit in front of the easel and large-format frames arranged in the gardens and terraces overlooking the Loire to create your own work and take part in international competitions Leonardissimo!
In the "Malle Leonardo", discover the exceptional destiny of Leonardo and talents deployed in Amboise for the glory of the King of France: Curriculum Vitae addressed to Ludovico Sforza, Duke of Milan in 1482; Leonardo artistic journey map Vinci to Amboise; Follow the last four years of his life (1516-1519) until his death in Amboise.
Go in search of the "Leonardo burial" a forgotten time and participate in the excavation conducted in 1863 by Arsène Houssaye, Inspector General of Fine Arts.
"Come to the castle" to discover the cultural programming of the season largely devoted to the celebrations of the fifth centenary of Leonardo's stay in Amboise (1516-1519).
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