Vanaf 10 jaar • 3h30 • Voor beginnende en gevorderde schilders
Turn a favorite photo into a finished portrait in one focused 3.5-hour session. Using a patented projector method, this Koog aan de Zaan workshop suits beginners and experienced painters alike—bring a high-resolution image and walk away with a framed keepsake.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–3.5 hours
Fitness Level
Low — suitable for anyone comfortable standing or sitting for a few hours; no special fitness required.
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History
Koog aan de Zaan sits in the Zaan region, an area with a long craft and industrial history that shaped local trades and small-scale manufacturing.
Conservation
Bring a reusable water bottle and avoid single-use plastics in the studio; the workshop encourages sensible use of paints and proper disposal of rinse water to reduce environmental impact.
Atelier In de Hoge Hoed
Vanaf 10 jaar • 3h30 • Voor beginnende en gevorderde schilders
Atelier In de Hoge Hoed is a creative studio located in Koog aan de Zaan, Noord-Holland, offering hands-on painting workshops for beginners and experienced artists. The atelier presents a varied program that includes Workshop Portret Schilderen met Projector, Workshop Huisdier Schilderen met Projector, Sip and Paint Workshop, Mixed Media Workshop, Bob Ross© Schilderworkshop, Creative Flow Workshop, Vogels in Aquarel Workshop, Zeedieren in Aquarel Workshop, Sumi-é Workshop, and Ouder & Kind Schilderen. Many sessions provide all materials and a relaxed, supportive setting where participants can experiment with acrylics, watercolors, ink, mixed media elements, and innovative projection techniques. The Bob Ross© Schilderworkshop is led by certified instructors and focuses on landscape painting. The Vogels in Aquarel Workshop is guided step-by-step by artist Barbara Guldenaar, while several projector-based portrait workshops let participants create personal portraits or pet portraits from photographs. Workshops vary in length from two to three and a half hours and typically include guidance suitable for beginners. The studio emphasizes creativity, patient instruction, and a friendly atmosphere that encourages experimentation without pressure. Small-group formats appear in some workshops, and events like Sip and Paint add social elements with drinks and snacks. Atelier In de Hoge Hoed accepts individual bookings and group reservations for special occasions, offering tailored workshop options.
Participants leave with finished artworks, practical painting skills, and clear next steps to continue practicing at home independently.
Location
Koog aan de Zaan
Studio in Noord-Holland near the Zaan region
Workshops Offered
10 workshops
Portraits, watercolor, mixed-media, family classes
Typical Duration
2–3.5 hrs
Workshops run two to three and a half hours
Beginner Friendly
Yes
Many sessions require no prior experience
Reserve a spot for portrait, pet, watercolor, Bob Ross©, or mixed-media workshops — spaces are limited, book early.
Email your photo early
Send a high-resolution, well-lit image in advance so the studio can prepare the projection for accurate transfer.
Dress for paint
Wear clothes you don’t mind getting paint on or bring an apron to stay comfortable during the session.
Arrive a little early
Get settled, choose a palette, and review the prepared layout before the session starts to maximize painting time.
Ask about framing
If you want a ready-to-hang finish, purchase the handcrafted wooden baklijst on-site — it saves you a framing trip later.
High-resolution photo file ( emailed )
A clear, high-resolution image with good lighting and minimal background gives the projector the best source to trace.
Old clothes or apron
Protects your clothing from acrylic paint splatter during the session.
Small towel or wet wipes
Useful for quick brush cleanups and keeping hands tidy between color mixes.
Notebook and pen
Jot down color mixes and technique notes so you can reproduce the process at home.