Upcoming Art Masterclasses
Meet artists you wouldn’t normally have access to.
Our masterclasses are led by invited artists and experienced teachers who bring their own vision, techniques, and way of thinking into the studio. These sessions are rare opportunities to work closely with a practicing artist, observe their process, ask questions, and explore new directions in your own work.
Each masterclass is a focused encounter — intimate, attentive, and shaped by the artist who leads it.
Watercolor workshop "Portuguese tram"
Darya Mitta21 June 2026
Paint the atmosphere of a sunny Porto street while learning the fundamentals of urban sketching in watercolor. In this workshop, you will explore one-point perspective, simplify architectural forms, create contrast and depth, and learn how to transform a reference into an expressive and personal painting instead of copying it directly.
Oil painting workshop "Glow of Flowers"
Ksenia Lyakhova24 June 2026
Explore a vibrant floral still life in oil painting and learn how to work with light, color, and rich textures.
Step by step, you’ll build a balanced composition, mix bold colors, and create an expressive final piece full of depth and glow.
A Watercolour Studio Week with Michael Solovyev
Michael Solovyev29 Jun–5 Jul · 3 masterclasses
A summer series of watercolor masterclasses with Michael Solovyev at NEST. Paint figures, cityscapes, or atmospheric landscapes in a light-filled historic studio in the heart of Amsterdam — join one masterclass or combine several
Watercolor Workshop “Luminous Lemon Branch”
Iryna Vozianova11 July 2026
In this atmospheric watercolor workshop, we will explore how to paint glowing light, rich contrast, and luminous transparent color through an expressive lemon branch composition. You will learn how to mix beautiful natural greens, work with tonal values, create depth with dark backgrounds, and preserve the freshness and transparency that make watercolor so unique.
Oil Painting Workshop “Expressive Floral Still Life”
Ksenia Lyakhova18 July 2026
Explore a vibrant floral still life in oil painting and learn how to work with light, color, and rich textures.
Step by step, you’ll build a balanced composition, mix bold colors, and create an expressive final piece full of depth and glow.