Creative workshops · Albert Cuyp · Amsterdam
Creative workshops: make, observe and experience.
Creative painting and drawing workshops by artist Theo Veldema, with personal guidance. For individual participants, friends, families and teams — in our Amsterdam studio or at your location.
Choose your workshop
Find a workshop that suits you
Bob Ross
Paint an atmospheric landscape step by step — no experience needed.
View workshop →Plein-air
Paint outdoors and learn to see light, mood and composition.
View workshop →Life drawing
Explore pose, proportion and form with a live model.
View workshop →Caricature
Capture character with a few bold and playful lines.
View workshop →Action Painting
Paint with movement, rhythm and energy.
View workshop →Charcoal
Work with deep blacks, subtle greys and expressive lines.
View workshop →The Colour Lab
Discover why cyan, ultramarine and Prussian blue all create different mixtures.
View The Colour Lab →For schools
Creative programmes for classes and project days.
View workshops →Paint Amsterdam
Explore the city with a local artist and create your own outdoor painting or drawing. From €95 per person.
View Paint Amsterdam →Practical information
Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience?
No. The workshops are suitable for complete beginners as well as more experienced participants.
Where are the workshops held?
At the studio at Albert Cuypstraat 222 G, 1073 BN Amsterdam, or at a suitable location provided by the client.
Can the workshop be in English?
Yes. Workshops can be guided in Dutch or English.
How long does a workshop take?
Most workshops take about 2 to 2.5 hours. Life drawing usually takes approximately 3 hours.
Are groups welcome?
Yes. Workshops suit friends, families, teams and company outings. The Amsterdam studio accommodates up to 16 participants.
What is included?
The price is From €42.50 per person, including materials, a drink and a small snack.
Participant experiences
Creative, personal and enjoyable
“Theo led our Bob Ross workshop with great energy, humour and patience. We had so much fun and secretly tried very hard to create something good. Highly recommended!”
“Theo turns it into a wonderful creative celebration. Everyone receives positive attention and is encouraged to create, with surprising results from artists in the making.”
“Great Bob Ross workshop! Theo is a wonderful, encouraging teacher, and everyone left with a lovely painting. A happy team and a great experience; highly recommended!”
Clients & experience
Creativity brings teams together
Artist at Work has delivered workshops for teams including Amsterdam UMC, the Dutch Tax Administration, Eneco, Hasbro, OLVG and Rabobank.
Artist at Work was founded by artist Theo Veldema. The workshops draw on years of experience in art and in guiding a wide range of groups. Enjoyment and personal attention matter more than perfection.
View clients and examples →Get in touch
Do you have a date in mind?
Studio: Albert Cuypstraat 222 G, 1073 BN Amsterdam. The studio welcomes groups of up to 16; larger groups can be accommodated at another location.