NEST Aquarel Atelier Amsterdam
A cozy art studio in a historic 1881 Amsterdam building.
Beginner-friendly watercolor & sketching courses for adults.
What our students say
Real experiences from people who joined our courses — beginners, returning artists, and everyone in between.
Roos Keizer
in the last week
Had a blast at the watercolour course ♥️
Daniil Krivenok
a week ago
I’ve came from London to attend watercolour workshop with Micheal Solovyev. Added a few paintings we created. Besides workshop itself the audio is amazing. That’s the place I’d been looking for a long while — a studio with real watercolour spirit. Property planned space and great tuition.
gamze serbest
a week ago
It felt like Michael Solovyev workshop brought our watercolor knowledge to the next level. Thanks for the organization. Already looking forward to the next year’s workshop 🤩
Jackie Fei (Yongqing)
a week ago
It’s rare to find an atelier dedicated to watercolor painting. It’s a really beautiful place
Olga Podkovyrina
a week ago
Super
Why people love our studio
- Warm, welcoming atmosphere
Feel safe, relaxed, and inspired the moment you walk in — our studio is a cozy, friendly space that helps you switch off from daily stress and enjoy the creative process.
- Personal attention for every student
Even in medium-sized groups, we give individual guidance, support your progress, and make sure you don’t feel lost — every student gets the help they need
- Experienced instructors
Learn step-by-step with clear demonstrations and structured guidance, even if you’ve never drawn or painted before. We meet you exactly at your level.
- Professional, high-quality materials provided
We supply all essential materials — from artist-grade paper to professional paints and brushes — so you can learn and create with confidence and the best tools.
A Look Inside Our Studio
Step inside our bright, cozy gallery studio in the heart of Amsterdam —
a place where creativity grows, friendships begin, and beautiful art fills the walls.
Our mission & values
We help people discover the joy of drawing and painting, support their artistic growth, and give a platform to artists whose work deserves to be seen.
- Creativity
We value artistic curiosity and the freedom to create without fear.
- Growth
We believe everyone can grow as an artist — at their own pace, from any level.
- Quality
We care deeply about the craft — we teach with skill, clarity, and respect for artistic tradition.
- Community
Art connects people. We build a warm, supportive environment where everyone feels welcome and encouraged.
- Beauty
We value beauty — in art, in everyday moments, and in how people see the world.
- Kindness
We choose kindness as our foundation — empathy, respect, and a safe space for creative honesty.
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