Saturday June 22nd

Today was our first day in Rome! After quick cappuccinos at a local bar, we went to Peter Rockwell's, sculptor and son of Norman Rockwell, studio. He started the day by giving a brief lecture on ancient carving tools and techniques.

We then went to do our own carving in both soft and hard stones.

Taking a quick break for lunch in the park and a gelato, we got back to work. We definitely gained a new respect for master sculptors.

At the end of the day, being thoroughly coated in dust, we took a walk from the studio to the hotel. We went to Gael de Guichen's apartment for appetizers and conversation before having a pizza dinner and spending the night in Trastevere.