QUATTRO ARCHI ....
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Creative centre in Tuscany for Art Retreats and more
Welcome to Quattro Archi — a unique art retreat and creative residency nestled in the medieval hilltop town of Barga, Tuscany. Our lovingly restored 16th-century building combines the charm of old Italy with the creative energy of a modern art studio and gallery.
Whether you’re a professional artist, a beginner eager to learn, or simply looking for an inspiring art holiday in Italy, Quattro Archi offers a welcoming space to create, learn, and relax.
Since opening in 2022, we’ve hosted more than 300 artists and creative travellers from around the world. Each retreat combines expert tuition -if you want it, comfortable accommodation, and the relaxed Tuscan lifestyle that makes Barga one of Italy’s most inspiring towns.
👉 Explore our upcoming art retreats and workshops, learn about our facilities and studios, and discover the charm of Barga and Tuscany.
Join us at Quattro Archi — where art, community, and Italian life meet.
To see the 2026 calendar of workshops and art retreats coming up click here .. Retreats & Workshops
Our Background........Quattro Archi is a life-long ambition of Jane and Michael Richardson who have gradually transformed an Italian town house into a place for the arts to flourish. The project went in many different directions as the large cantina was cleared of rubble and returned to its former glory. Superb architectural features emerged along with a complete lack of serviceable drains. Old cell doors appeared in parallel with large populations of woodworm. Acquisition of part of the adjoining property provided more accommodation and equipping the workshops creating a real work space. Now there is space for residential workshops, resident artists, exhibitions, art retreats and holiday accommodation.
