Do I need prior art experience?

No experience is required; instructors provide demonstrations and one-on-one guidance throughout the session.

Are materials included?

Yes — all paints, papers, strings, buttons and basic tools are provided, plus a drink.

What is the group size?

Groups are limited to a maximum of 10 participants to keep instruction personal.

Is the studio wheelchair accessible?

Yes; the atelier at Lagendijk 3 is wheelchair accessible.

What age is this suitable for?

The workshop is advertised for ages 10 and up; younger children should be supervised by an adult.

Book through the supplied referral link to see available dates and reserve your spot.

Hands-On Mixed-Media Workshop in Koog aan de Zaan: Create with Acrylics and Found Materials

On a narrow street in Koog aan de Zaan, Lagendijk 3 houses a small bright atelier where the Mixed Media Workshop offers a hands-on creative escape. Located in Koog aan de Zaan in Noord-Holland, Netherlands, this 2½-hour session guides beginners and makers through building layered artworks with acrylics, string, buttons, papier‑mâché and repurposed magazines.

Step inside and the room reads like a studio crossed with a craft apothecary: tables laid with jars of paint, stacks of paper, trays of fasteners, and inspiring sample panels. The workshop’s key features are practical — an emphasis on texture, collage, and color layering — and tactile: the stiff tooth of canvas, the soft drag of acrylic, the sculptural bulk of paper mâché. Facilitators demonstrate techniques and then let participants translate found materials into balanced compositions. By the time the final wash dries you’ll leave with a finished piece and a handful of new methods.

This experience stands out from typical museum classes because it centers play and material exploration. Maximum groups are ten people, so guidance is personal, and the studio is wheelchair accessible at the Lagendijk meeting point. All materials plus a drink are included, which keeps the focus on experimentation rather than logistics. No prior art training is required; the format welcomes parents with teens (advertised from age 10 up) as well as adults looking for a low-pressure creative night.

The surrounding Zaanstreek shows up in small ways: weathered wood textures that echo local historic houses, a practical Dutch sensibility toward reuse reflected in magazine collage, and the regional history of early industry and windmills nearby that rewards a post-class stroll. Because the workshop is short, it pairs well with other local outings — a walk along the Zaan river or a visit to nearby windmill museums.

Practical notes: wear clothes you don’t mind splattering; materials are provided but space is limited to ten, so book ahead using the supplied referral link. The atelier’s approach balances technique demos with open-ended time to experiment; whether you want to push into sculptural collage or simply enjoy a creative evening, you’ll leave with a tangible result and a clearer sense of new materials.

The meeting point at Lagendijk 3 is simple to reach by local bus and a short bike ride from Koog aan de Zaan station; free street parking is limited, so consider public transport. Workshops run regularly; check availability on the booking page. Whether you’re traveling solo, with family, or as part of a creative team-building outing, this workshop makes an efficient, memorable stop on any Zaanstreek itinerary.