ISRIC
On 15 July, the ISRIC World Soil Museum will host painting workshops for children and adults.
The workshops are organised by ISRIC, a partner in the CURIOSOIL project. The project, co-funded by the European Union and led by the University of Aveiro (Portugal), aims to deepen public comprehension of soil dynamics, establishing a connection between individuals and soil using hands-on experiences.
From cave painting to still life, people have been painting with colors from the earth for more than 50,000 years.
This workshop will start with a short introduction to the history of painting with soil pigments. Then, under the guidance of Neelke Jacobs, ISRIC education specialists, and independent artist, you will make an egg tempera from soil pigment. Together with charcoal, you will use this tempera to set up a still life.
Date: Wednesday, 15 July 2026
Time: 10:00 – 12:00
Location: ISRIC World Soil Museum
Language: English and Dutch
Participation: Free. Maximum 15 participants.
Note: Please bring a clean (jam) jar to take home any leftover paint. If necessary, bring your own (painting) apron.
Did you know that people have been painting with colours from the earth for at least 5,0000 years?
In this workshop, you will hear the story of Mira and the cave paintings, and make your own paint using soil pigments. You will then use it to create your own artwork under the guidance of Neelke Jacobs, ISRIC education specialist, and independent artist.
Date: Wednesday, 15 July 2026
Time: 15:00 – 16:30
Location: ISRIC World Soil Museum
Language: English and Dutch
Participation: Free. Maximum 15 participants. The workshop is suitable for children aged 6 to 12 years old. Parents or supervisors may stay in the museum during the workshop or pick up their child at 17:30.
Note: Please wear clothes that can get dirty, and bring a clean (jam) jar so you can take your paint home with you.
