DO - 'The Art Experience' -
Unique drawing & painting experience for (prospective) Art Enthousiasts
CONCEPT
1. You choose the theme yourself and/or select one from our 'Menu' list
2. The Chef creates a tailor made 'Menu' for you and your group
3. You invite your guests for a unique 'Art Tasting' experience!
MENU
MENU 'PALETTE PRIVÉ'
Theme: freely chosen, for example 'Landscape', 'Family', 'Self‑Portrait', 'Still Life', 'Your favourite Artist', …
No experience needed.
You decide the number of participants, timing, and location (to be discussed by appointment)
MENU 'A TASTE OF ART'
Theme: Portrait & Figure / Drawing & Painting
For adults, ideal for beginners or explorers, suitable as a workshop for private or corporate groups; full‑day format
MENU 'PORTRAIT-DUO'
Theme: a delightful tasting that lets you sample drawing and painting, ending with a small artwork of your favourite grandparent, parent, child, or grandchild! No experience needed.
For families (grandparents, parents, children) or duo's, half‑day or evening session
MENU 'Dalí'
Taste a surreal world filled with dreamlike imagery and distorted reality
For adults, preferably with some drawing or painting experience, evening activity
MENU 'Rops'
This tasting teases the senses with an elegant yet unmistakably spicy blend of eroticism, symbolism, and dark refinement. No experience needed. For adults, evening activity
YOUR PERSONAL MASTERPIECE
It is also possible to commission custom artworks.
Reserve a table or more info?
What to expect from a Tasting?
Content
Each 'Tasting' is a 'culinary' journey through the essential foundations of drawing and painting. With every 'course', participants discover and "taste" different aspects of the creative process. The artistic dishes are 'spiced' with brain‑boosting facts while creating art. A unique experience with practical exercises and personal guidance from an experienced instructor.
Target Audience
Age: depending on the chosen 'Menu'
Suitable for both beginners and advanced participants
Also available as a company or group activity, tailor‑made if desired
Pricing
Menu price per person or per group (depending on group size)
Standard table size is 6–8 participants
Includes teaching materials, excludes venue and optional catering
When?
As an evening activity or during weekends
Tailored sessions: full day, half days, or a limited number of hours
(depending on your request and by appointment)
Languages
We serve in Dutch, English and French!
Some Impressions
Unique
This art-making experience goes beyond an ordinary classic course
Brainfood
Stimulate and (re)activate your brain and creativity
Looking differently
Apply, experience and look at art differently or with a new perspective
Explore
Discover the science behind art creation and how our brain is connected
Experiment
This tasting is the ideal place to discover (yourself) artistically!
Experience
How art induces self-awareness and tranquility
Learn
Inspiring introduction to drawing and painting techniques
Enjoy
Every 'course' offers new artistic experiences
- Quotes of some 'Art tasting' participants -

"Unique workshop, nicely structured, adapted to beginners, but also very informative for people with experience.
You get absorbed in the flow and are so busy that it also has a stress-healing effect ... "
John, 68 years

"A very enthusiastic (experienced) teacher, who knows how to apply something 'special', and how to motivate!"
Suzy, 42 years

"It was a fantastic day, very inspiring and learned a lot of new things.
A world opened up for me."
Mia, 55 years
'A Taste of Art' wants to be an ambassador to encourage people to 'make art' or 'become interested in art' because of the positive effects on people's health and wellbeing"
Bruno Hoste, 'Art Chef'
— Why making art is good for you? —
Positive effects
- Reduce stress
- Better concentration
- Emotional expression
- Cognitive benefits
- Fine motor skills
- Mindfulness
Start today and take advantage of the many benefits!
Sources
- Cantu & Fleuriet (2018): "Making the Ordinary More Extraordinary": Exploring Creativity as a Health Promotion Practice Among Older Adults in a Community-Based Professionally Taught Arts Program"
- Erik Scherder: "Het effect van kunst op mentale gezondheid" (in Dutch) - KZM 2024
- Toby Leon: "Wat gebeurt er in je brein als je kunst maakt?" (in Dutch) - tobyleon.com
- Bas Bloem: "Kunst als medicijn" (in Dutch) - gezondheidsnet.nl
- Tineke Abma: "Kunst in de gezondheidzorg" '(in Dutch) - leydenacademy.nl
- Daisy Fancourt & Saoirse Finn: "What is the evidence on the role of the arts in improving health and well-being? A scoping review", WHO



