What is the minimum age to join?

The workshop listing notes suitability from age 10; younger children should be assessed for attention span and fine-motor skills.

Are materials provided?

Communal paper, pencils and inking tools are available, but many participants bring a favorite sketchbook or pens.

Is the atelier accessible?

Yes—the studio is wheelchair-accessible. Contact the operator in advance to discuss any specific needs.

How large are groups?

Groups run from a minimum of 4 to a maximum of 10 participants to keep instruction personal.

What happens if the minimum number isn't met?

If fewer than four people sign up, the operator will contact booked participants to reschedule the session.

What language is the workshop taught in?

The listing does not specify a language; check the booking page or contact the operator if you require instruction in a specific language.

Cartoon Drawing Workshop in Koog aan de Zaan with Andy Fernandes

On a quiet street in Koog aan de Zaan, Workshop Fantasie Cartoon Tekenen invites a playful crash course in character-making. Located at Lagendijk 3, 1541KA Koog aan de Zaan, this two-and-a-half-hour atelier class led by illustrator Andy Fernandes layers practical technique over imaginative freedom. The light-filled studio sits a short walk from the Zaan River and the timber warehouses of the Zaanstreek, a region known for its early industrial windmills and painted wooden houses—context that gives the class a strong local flavor. The session opens with warm-up sketches to loosen the wrist and eye, then moves into step-by-step construction of expressive heads, bodies and gestures. Andy breaks down complex forms into simple shapes so beginners can build confidence, while more experienced participants get targeted tips on line weight, silhouette and stylization. The group size is intentionally small—four to ten people—so coaching is personal and interactive. The atelier is wheelchair-accessible and stocked with communal paper, pencils and inking tools; bring your favorite sketchbook if you prefer a familiar surface. What sets this workshop apart is its focus on fantasy and humor: you won’t just copy model sheets; you’ll design personalities and small worlds. Exercises stitch together character design with quick narratives—what makes a character laugh, what animal traits read as mischievous—and culminate in a finished cartoon figure you can photograph or scan. The curriculum balances craft and play, making it ideal for families with older children (the listing notes it’s suitable from age 10), hobbyists, and anyone who wants to translate a private imagination into a visible, sharable form. This spot feels like part of the Zaan area's creative scene. After class, it's easy to stroll to nearby historic mills or the Zaans Museum to see how local visual culture evolved alongside industry. Workshops run on a minimum booking of four people; if a session doesn't meet that threshold, participants are contacted to reschedule. Practical details: the time is two hours and thirty minutes; group coaching keeps momentum brisk; expect hands-on demos, individual feedback, and time to polish a final sketch. If you’re visiting Amsterdam and want a low-key cultural detour less than 30 minutes by train, this is a compact, high-value experience. Whether you’re chasing a new hobby or need a creative reset, Andy Fernandes’ class turns a modest storefront studio into a focused lab for cartoon invention—an accessible, social weekend appointment for anyone who wants to make something funny and distinctly theirs. Bookings are made through the provided referral link and sessions commonly fill on weekends; arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in. The meeting point is Lagendijk 3, 1541KA Koog aan de Zaan. Materials are shared, but bring favorite pens if you prefer. Small size keeps vibe focused now.