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Francis Waplinger

Country: U.S.A.
Course: Shoemaking
Assistant

Mr. Waplinger began his training in Italy in 2014 under the tutelage of Accademia Riaci's maestro Angelo Imperatrice, followed by an apprenticeship with famed Florentine shoemaker Roberto Ugolini.

Jun. 09, 2015 | Posted in Reports, Shoemaking, Living in Florence , | Tags:, Reporter: Francis Waplinger | Course: Shoemaking

Living in Florence (Shoe Making) 15.6.8 : Assistant Report 30

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The Duomo

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An iconic fountain in Florence.

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Lovely lighting on the Ponte Vecchio

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A magnificent sunset in Florence!

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Late night dining in Piazza della Passera.


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