Workshops
Find all my available workshops down below. If you have questions about a workshop, are interested in a one-on-one workshop or want to book a workshop personalized to your group please feel free to contact me here. Looking forward to hearing from you!
Workshop in Watercolor Techniques 1.0
Saturday, October 24 | 10:00 – 16:00
José Schurmann’s Atelier, Kontich (close to Antwerp), Belgium
Price: €120
Join me for a workshop dedicated to the beautiful, fluid, and versatile medium of watercolor.
In this workshop, you will learn a variety of watercolor techniques and explore the many effects this medium can offer. We will look at the impact of different papers, experiment with various painting tools, and discover how to create washes, texture, atmosphere, and semi-abstract effects.
We will begin with small exercises to get familiar with the materials and techniques. These playful studies will allow you to explore the behavior of watercolor, from soft transitions and transparent layers to more expressive marks and textured effects.
During the second part of the day, you will apply what you have learned to create one finished painting. You can choose your own subject, such as a landscape, cityscape, still life, or another motif that inspires you.
The workshop is suitable for all levels. No previous experience is required. Whether you are completely new to watercolor or would like to explore the medium in a more expressive and semi-abstract way, you are very welcome. The only thing you need to bring is curiosity, enthusiasm, and a willingness to experiment.
All materials will be provided. If you prefer to bring your own watercolor paints, brushes, paper, or other tools, you are welcome to do so.
The workshop will be taught in English and German. Translation support may be available if needed.
Tea and snacks will be provided. For lunch, please bring your own or visit the bakery next door.
The workshop will take place in the inspiring setting of José Schurmann’s Atelier in Kontich (close to Antwerp), Belgium.
Workshop in Urban Sketching
Monday, October 26 | 10:00 – 16:00
José Schurmann’s Atelier, Kontich (close to Antwerp), Belgium
Price: €120
Join me for a workshop dedicated to the joy of urban sketching: a simple, lively, and expressive way to capture places, moments, and travel memories and atmosphere in your sketchbook or on piece of paper.
Urban sketching is a wonderful technique for holidays, vacations, city walks, and everyday observations. With only a few materials, such as pencil, ink, watercolor, and a sketchbook, you can quickly record a scene and preserve not only what you saw, but also how it felt, the mood and atmosphere of a place.
In this workshop, we will explore how to simplify a subject, choose an interesting composition, and build a sketch step by step. We will look at basic perspective, loose line work, light and shadow, and how to use watercolor to add atmosphere, mood, and a sense of place.
The focus will not be on perfect precision, but on observation, confidence, and creative freedom. You will learn how to work quickly, make decisions without overthinking, and capture the essence of a scene before the moment passes.
We will begin with small exercises to get familiar with the materials and the urban sketching process. From there, we will create several quick studies before developing one more finished sketch. A selection of source images will be provided, and weather permitting, we may also sketch from the surroundings.
This workshop is suitable for all levels. No previous experience is required. Whether you are completely new to sketching or would like to bring more life and atmosphere into your travel sketchbook, you are very welcome. Everyone will be supported at their own level, with individual guidance throughout the workshop.
All materials will be provided. If you already have your own sketchbook, watercolor set, brushes, pens, or favorite travel materials, you are welcome to bring them.
The workshop will be taught in English and German. Translation support may be available if needed.
Tea and snacks will be provided. For lunch, please bring your own.
The workshop will take place in the inspiring setting of José Schurmann’s Atelier in Kontich, Belgium. The exact address will be provided upon registration.
You will leave with several urban sketching studies, one more developed sketch, and a better understanding of how to capture travel moments with ease, atmosphere, and joy.
Limited to 5 participants to allow for individual guidance.
Join me for a one-day workshop dedicated to the expressive and versatile medium of charcoal.
Workshop in Charcoal Techniques 2.0
Monday, November 2 | 10:00 – 16:00
José Schurmann’s Atelier, Kontich (close to Antwerp), Belgium
Price: €120
Join me for a one-day workshop dedicated to the expressive and versatile medium of charcoal.
This workshop is designed for both new and returning participants. If you are joining for the first time, you will be guided step by step through the materials, techniques, and creative process. If you have taken part before, this is a chance to deepen what you learned, gain more confidence, and apply the techniques to new exercises and a fresh subject.
Throughout the day, we will explore the many effects charcoal can offer. We will look at the impact of different papers, experiment with various types of charcoal, and discover how to create rich darks, soft transitions, highlights, textures, and expressive marks.
We will begin with quick sketches and playful exercises to get familiar with the materials and loosen up our drawing hand. From there, we will move deeper into mark making, blending techniques, erasing methods, and ways to create light, shadow, contrast, and atmosphere.
In the second part of the day, you will apply these techniques to a drawing of your choice. A selection of source images will be provided, allowing you to choose a subject that inspires you and suits your level. You will create a finished piece to take home. Returning participants will have the opportunity to refine their process, work with more intention, and develop greater control over contrast, composition, and expressive mark making.
The workshop is suitable for all levels. No previous experience is required. Whether you are completely new to charcoal or would like to continue building your skills, you are very welcome. Everyone will be supported at their own level, with individual guidance throughout the day.
All materials will be provided. If you prefer to bring your own charcoal or drawing tools, you are welcome to do so.
The workshop will be taught in English and German. Translation support may be available if needed.
Tea and snacks will be provided. For lunch, please bring your own or visit the bakery next door.
The workshop will take place in the inspiring setting of José Schurmann’s Atelier in Kontich. The exact address will be provided upon registration.
You will leave with a finished charcoal drawing and a deeper understanding of how to use charcoal with confidence, expression, and sensitivity.
Limited to 5 participants to allow for individual guidance. Join me for a one-day workshop dedicated to the expressive and versatile medium of charcoal.
Workshop in Watercolor Techniques 2.0
Friday, November 6 | 10:00 – 16:00
José Schurmann’s Atelier, Kontich (close to Antwerp), Belgium
Price: €120 per Person
Join me for a workshop dedicated to the beautiful, fluid, and versatile medium of watercolor.
In this workshop, you will learn a variety of watercolor techniques and explore the many effects this medium can offer. We will look at the impact of different papers, experiment with various painting tools, and discover how to create washes, texture, atmosphere, and semi-abstract effects.
We will begin with small exercises to get familiar with the materials and techniques. These playful studies will allow you to explore the behavior of watercolor, from soft transitions and transparent layers to more expressive marks and textured effects.
During the second part of the day, you will apply what you have learned to create one finished painting. You can choose your own subject, such as a landscape, cityscape, still life, or another motif that inspires you.
The workshop is suitable for all levels. No previous experience is required. Whether you are completely new to watercolor or would like to explore the medium in a more expressive and semi-abstract way, you are very welcome. The only thing you need to bring is curiosity, enthusiasm, and a willingness to experiment.
All materials will be provided. If you prefer to bring your own watercolor paints, brushes, paper, or other tools, you are welcome to do so.
The workshop will be taught in English and German. Translation support may be available if needed.
Tea and snacks will be provided. For lunch, please bring your own.
The workshop will take place in the inspiring setting of José Schurmann’s Atelier in Kontich.
You will leave with a finished watercolor painting and all your sketches and a deeper understanding of how to use watercolor with more confidence, freedom, and expression.
Limited to 5 participants to allow for individual guidance. Join me for a workshop dedicated to the beautiful, fluid, and versatile medium of watercolor.