Puglia revisited…. Cartapesta

I’m recently back from Puglia and have been enjoying some time looking over photo’s from previous trips. In amongst them I found this selection of cartapesta making in Lecce.  Cartapesta is a paper making technique used for creating flowers and models, frequently angels and religious figures.

Luigi and Maddelena Baldari continue this traditional craft and I was lucky enough to be part of a group shown the process of production from making the paper to crafting the models and then given a chance to create a cornucopia to take home. They are a wonderful couple, so much fun and enthusiasm for their art and wonderful teachers.

Luigi and Maddelena have recently transferred their cartapesta making to Squinzano and can be found at the Wine and Olive School.

The tour was organised by Ylenia who can create a variety of different experiences for groups.  Please take a look at her website there is far too much on offer to list here!

CartaPesta Roses