Art with Tosca Reviews

Alexandra Kiely 2026.04.02

     

I thoroughly enjoyed Tosca's lectures about female artists. She is knowledgeable about her subject matter, engaging in her presentation, and friendly in the post-lecture discussions. It felt like her material would be accessible to people with a variety of backgrounds, not just art experts. I highly recommend her work and events.

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Steven Brem 2025.06.12

     

I so enjoyed Tosca Ruggieri's art lessons!! She prepares them in depth, with colorful commentaries and accompanying images to bring the lecture to life! I will sign up again soon. She also speaks fluent French, English and Italian and brings her worldliness to every enlightening lecture.

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Manola Villar 2025.06.12

     

Tosca is an amazing , knowledgeable person who really engages her patrons

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Reply from Art with Tosca 2025.05.21

Thank you Manola!

Nelson Cunningham 2025.06.08

     

I so enjoyed the tour “Modern art at the NGA“, and Julianna was a spectacular guide and docent. So knowledgeable. I look forward to signing up for more.

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Kevin Thomas 2025.05.29

     

A Personalized Tour with Tosca – Highly Recommended Have you ever looked forward to visiting an art museum only to feel overwhelmed once you're inside? That’s exactly the situation Tosca Ruggieri helped us avoid during our visit to the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. Tosca, Founder of Art with Tosca, guided my wife and me through a two-hour private tour that was engaging, educational, and completely tailored to our interests. With just a bit of input from us, she curated a thoughtful selection of artworks that brought the museum to life in a way we simply couldn’t have achieved on our own. Tosca’s deep knowledge, warm personality, and ability to draw connections between artists, styles, and historical context made the experience unforgettable. Instead of museum fatigue, we left feeling energized and inspired—and already talking about a return visit. We highly recommend that any art lover visiting D.C. connect with Tosca. Whether you're a seasoned museum-goer or just curious, you'll come away with a deeper appreciation for the art and a truly memorable experience.

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Patricia Farrell 2025.05.26

     

Tosca's lectures on American Impressionism were really enjoyable for me as I had been interested in learning more about the subject. She gave background information about a wide range of artists over three generations, and exposed us to many beautiful paintings I had never seen before. I am very glad that I sat in on her lectures and would look forward to her other lectures in the future.

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Carmen Mead 2025.05.24

     

I've never taken a private tour, but I am very glad I tried this one! Tosca is friendly, approachable, and so knowledgeable. Lots of interesting facts and details that encouraged us to think about our subject and engage with her and the other attendees. Would definitely recommend!

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Tori 2025.05.21

     

Great tour! Tosca was very knowledgeable and encouraged questions and discussions about the art. We had a small group and got to see and discuss paintings that I might have missed on my own. I would recommend the tour and look forward to future ones!

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Phil Levinton 2025.05.21

     

We recently participated in a three-session on class with Tosca via the NY Adventure Club on American Impressionists in France. It was outstanding. My wife Robin and I have been admirers of Impressionist Art for years and visited museums in Paris, New York and our home in Washington to explore this. Tosca's class was a major step forward in our education - her discussion of the depth and breadth of American Impressionism was an eye opener.

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Reply from Art with Tosca 2025.05.21

Thank you Phil! I am glad you enjoyed this so much.

LINDA MARSHALL 2025.05.15

     

I have attended many in-house lectures with Tosca. I cannot wait until the next one!. She is amazing!!

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Reply from Art with Tosca 2025.05.21

Linda, thank you so much. Can't wait to see you at the next lecture.

Francesca Vocale 2025.04.09

     

Tosca is incredibly knowledgeable and made the artwork come alive with fascinating stories and insights. I had an amazing time! I highly recommend Tosca’s tour to anyone wanting to explore the beauty and history of art!

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Padma Jagannath 2025.04.03

     

It was a wonderful tour with Tosca . She was very knowledgeable, patient and kind. She made me look at these wonderful paintings with a new perspective. And a new historical background too. Thank you Tosca

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Reply from Art with Tosca 2025.04.03

It was lovely to have you Padwa! I am so glad you enjoyed it.

salwa bitar 2025.04.02

     

Art with Tosca is a seven star experience. She gave our group a memorable tour at the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC. Tosca’s experience and knowledge of the history of founding the museum and each piece of art she showed us was amazing. We visited several sections and concluded with famous women painters’. Tosca shared interesting facts and impressions about the paintings that touched on the personality of the painter, what was the story in each art work and what some artists added to the art of painting during their era. She answered our questions confidently with her deep knowledge and showed us few slides on her IPad to clarify details and history of certain pieces that changed with time. The tour was so smooth, exciting, vibrant and relaxing. We left very happy while wanting to hear more from our experienced and charming guide. I will certainly go back with Tosca.

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Reply from Art with Tosca 2025.04.03

Thank you Salwa, it means a lot. I am so glad you could come and that you enjoyed it.

Ellen Schaefer 2025.03.06

     

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Reply from Art with Tosca 2025.03.06

Thank you Ellen! I am glad you are enjoying the lectures.

V 2025.02.23

     

Amazing, knowledgeable and thoughtful!

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Reply from Art with Tosca 2025.02.18

Thank you so much Victoria. I really enjoyed visiting the museum with you and your sweet family!

Eric McDaniel 2025.02.18

     

We had a lovely time with Tosca and learned so much about how to appreciate everything she showed us. It made us feel even more connected to our city and I couldn’t recommend booking a tour more strongly.

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Reply from Art with Tosca 2025.03.06

Thank you Eric. Thrilled I could help you reconnect with the masterpieces in your own city! Hope we cross paths again.

Jessica Feddersen 2024.12.09

     

We had an exceptional tour of the National Gallery with Tosca. She took us through the Impressionist exhibit and gave us contextual information that significantly enhanced our understanding of the art, and the intention of the exhibit. She was down to earth, friendly, knowledgeable and was so good other visitors admitted to us they had been eavesdropping. Cannot recommend highly enough!!!!! Thank you Tosca for a once in a lifetime morning at the NGA.

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Reply from Art with Tosca 2025.02.18

Thank you so much Jessica!

Ann Weisbrod 2024.11.26

     

Tosca’s private tour of Paris 1874: The Impressionist Moment at the National Gallery is the only way to really see and truly appreciate and experience the exhibit. She has extensive knowledge and true insights into the history and the artists of the period. The time just flies by. You never want her tour to end. Art and history were never so much fun!

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Reply from Art with Tosca 2025.02.18

Ann, thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure meeting you!

Mark Nelson 2024.11.23

     

I had a great experience. Tosca is very knowledgeable and made my museum trip memorable .

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Reply from Art with Tosca 2024.11.25

Thank you Mark! I am glad you enjoyed the Paris 1874 exhibition with me as a guide.

Julie Nelson 2024.11.13

     

Watched Tosca’s wonderful presentation about Lalique. Well-researched, interesting and unique.

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Reply from Art with Tosca 2024.10.08

Thank you, Julie! I am happy to hear you enjoyed the presentation. Your feedback motivates me to keep delivering quality experiences.