JOANNA MARKOWSKA ATELIER

Open Studio
2025-11-17 17:30 - 20:00 (Europe/Oslo) | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway
A creative space for anyone who loves to paint or draw
Bring your own materials and enjoy an evening of art in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
Get creative, and connect with others who share a passion for art.
Everyone is welcome!

Rising Stars Vernissage
2025-12-11 19:00 - 22:00 | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway
Our students are stepping into the spotlight and taking over the atelier for one unforgettable night! This is their chance to showcase creativity, passion, and the skills they’ve been developing in our workshops. White wine and snacks will be waiting to welcome you.
Connect & Discover
The vernissage isn’t just about viewing art—it’s also a chance to meet our students, hear about their experiences, and see firsthand what we work with at JM Atelier. If you’re considering joining classes in spring, this evening offers the perfect opportunity to ask questions and get a feel for our creative environment.
We Look Forward to Welcoming You
Join us to celebrate talent, enjoy good company, and discover the rising stars of our atelier.
Tickets are available online or at the door.

Christmas Workshop
2025-12-12 12:00 - 2025-12-14 16:00 | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway
Celebrate the season with JM Atelier’s three-day Christmas Workshop, where creativity meets cozy holiday spirit. From 12 to 14 December, you can drop in at any time during our opening hours and enjoy up to three hours of festive making. With watercolour, linocut, markers, and crayons at your fingertips, you’ll have the chance to design beautiful decorations and handmade Christmas cards in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Christmas movies and music will set the mood while tutorials and inspiring ideas help spark your imagination. All materials are included in the price, and the workshop is open to adults and children from 8 years old.
Opening times:

Friday: 12:00–20:00
Saturday: 12:00–20:00
Sunday: 12:00–16:00

Come when it suits you, stay for three hours, and let your creativity shine this holiday season.

🖼️ Norwegian landscape with watercolor 🖼️
2025-12-26 12:00 - 14:30, 2026-01-27 12:00 - 14:30 | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway
Discover the captivating world of watercolor and create a painting of typical Norwegian landscape 🎨🖼️
The workshop is suitable for both beginners and advanced artist. All materials are provided, allowing you to dive into the enchanting world of watercolors and unleash your creativity!
During this 2,5-hour class you’ll receive guidance on various watercolor techniques while experimenting with different papers, brushes, and pigments. Join us for an unforgettable experience and leave with your very own masterpiece!
🎨 No skill set is required to join the workshop
🎨 Prior booking is required as spaces are limited
🎨 Participants are recommended to arrive 10-15 minutes before the scheduled start time to ensure a prompt start to the workshop.

Paint&Eat - greeting cards
2026-01-25 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-08 12:00 - 14:00 | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway
You heard about Sip & Paint but it’s not really your cup of… tea? You’d like to paint in a cozy and relaxed atmosphere? Here’s a perfect Sunday activity for you! 😉
Join us for Paint & Eat with brownies, coffee and good music.
This event doesn’t have an introduction to watercolor painting, but we will be happy to guide you if you’d like some help 🙂
Price includes all materials needed for the event: paper, pencils, colored pencils and watercolors. Complimentary coffee and brownies will wait for you 🙂
See you at JM Atelier!

Drawing course
2026-01-26 17:30 - 2026-01-27 20:00 | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway
Build a Strong Foundation in Drawing!
🎨 Join us for an 11-week journey into the world of classical and realistic drawing, hosted in the cozy, welcoming atmosphere of JM Atelier. With coffee, tea, and a relaxed vibe, our goal is to make you feel right at home while you grow your skills.
🖼️ This beginner-friendly course is designed to build confidence from the ground up, while keeping the pace engaging enough for those with prior experience. Each week focuses on a specific highlight—whether it’s mastering perspective, shading, composition, or still life—and includes a tutorial you can follow at your own rhythm, both in class and at home.
📚 Beyond the classes, you’ll be warmly welcomed to JM Atelier’s social gatherings – board game nights, shared dinners, and cozy hangouts.
💡 Throughout the course, you’ll be encouraged to explore your own artistic voice. While we focus on solid fundamentals, inspiration is always close at hand, helping you take the first steps toward discovering your personal style.
🛍️ Materials are not included, but you’ll receive a 15% discount at JM Atelier for all supplies. You’ll need:

Paper (minimum A2 size)
Set of pencils
Kneaded eraser
Sharpener
Tube or folder to carry your drawings

📅 Class Schedule – I semester (Mondays 17:30-20)

26.01
02.02
16.02
23.02
09.03
16.03
23.03
13.04
27.04
04.05
11.05

📅 Class Schedule – II semester (Tuesdays 17:30-20)

27.01
03.02
17.02
24.02
10.03
17.03
24.03
14.04
28.04
05.05
12.05

If you’re unable to attend a class, no worries — occasional open studio sessions will be available to catch up or explore further. These dates will be announced during the course.

Watercolor course - intermediate or advanced
2026-01-28 17:30 - 2026-01-29 20:00 | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway
🖌️ Watercolor – Intermediate or Advanced Level
Take your watercolor skills to the next level in this 8-part workshop series designed for those with prior experience. Meeting every second week at JM Atelier, the warm and welcoming studio of artist Joan Markowska, you’ll enjoy tea, coffee, and a chill atmosphere as you explore more complex techniques.
🎨 This course dives into advanced watercolor approaches — from nuanced layering and dynamic blending to experimenting with larger paper formats and refined brushwork. Whether you’re returning to the medium or seeking to push your creative boundaries, this is your space to grow.
🧵 Please note: materials aren’t included. But don’t worry! You’ll get 15% off at JM Atelier for everything you need:

Watercolors
Brushes, 2-3 different sizes of your choice
Watercolor Paper, recommended size: A3

📚 Beyond the classes, you’ll be warmly welcomed to JM Atelier’s social gatherings – board game nights, shared dinners, and cozy hangouts.
📅 Schedule: Intermediate (Wednesdays 17:30-20)

28.01
11.02
25.02
11.03
25.03
08.04
29.04
13.05

📅 Schedule: Advanced (Thursdays 17:30-20)

29.01
12.02
26.02
12.03
26.03
09.04
30.04
14.05

Can’t attend a session? Occasional open studio time is offered to help you catch up or paint freely in a supportive environment.
👥 No need to be a master at drawing—we’ll still guide you step by step through composition and technique. This is all about growth, exploration, and expression.

Introduction to Watercolor: Winter Landscape
2026-01-31 12:00 - 15:00 | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway
This one day class is designed for all that are willing to try out watercolor painting without commitment.
Join us for 2,5 hours class, play with different pigments, papers and brushes. We really hope you’ll fall in love ❤️
At this course we will paint beautiful winter landscapes!

We will start with some simple exercises, talk about different papers and pigments and then we will work on the main project. We will assist you all the way through the process.
Price include all materials needed for the workshop.

Watercolor course - beginners
2026-02-04 17:30 - 2026-02-05 20:00 | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway
🖌️ Watercolor for Beginners
Dive into the fluid and expressive world of watercolor painting in this 8-part workshop series held every second week at JM Atelier. With tea, coffee, and a relaxed vibe, you’ll feel right at home as you learn the essentials of this captivating medium.
🎨 Designed for beginners, this course covers the core techniques of watercolor—including color blending, layering, composition, and brushwork. No prior drawing skills needed—we’ll guide you step by step, helping you explore and experiment with ease.
🧵 All necessary supplies are provided as part of the course.
📚 Beyond the classes, you’ll be warmly welcomed to JM Atelier’s social gatherings – board game nights, shared dinners, and cozy hangouts.
📅 Schedule: Wednesdays 17:30 – 20:00

04.02
18.02
04.03
18.03
01.04
15.04
06.05
20.05

Can’t attend a session? Occasional open studio time is offered to help you catch up or paint freely in a supportive environment.
👥 Whether you’re curious about watercolor or looking to reignite your creativity, this course offers everything you need: guidance, context, community—and plenty of inspiration along the way.

Norwegian Landscape with Watercolor
2026-02-10 12:00 - 14:30, 2026-02-17 12:00 - 14:30, 2026-02-24 12:00 - 14:30, 2026-03-10 12:00 - 14:30, 2026-03-17 12:00 - 14:30, 2026-03-24 12:00 - 14:30, 2026-03-31 12:00 - 14:30, 2026-04-07 12:00 - 14:30 and 2 more dates | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway

Skål For Kunst
2026-02-14 16:00 - 18:00 | Kulturhuset, Vaskerelven 8, Bergen, Norway
Skål for Kunst is a lively and beginner‑friendly workshop where you create your own Retro Cocktail poster using playful collage techniques. Whether you’re an experienced artist or brand new, you’ll have the chance to explore, experiment, and have fun.

What to expect?
• Coloured paper, pencils, watercolour, markers, stamps, and retro images – all you need to create your piece is included in the ticket
• An inspiration wall to spark your ideas! We prepared a whole bunch of ideas before hand, in case you need some extra creativity boost.
• A professional photographer capturing the atmosphere, and making sure that it will be an evening to remember!
• A bar on site – enjoy a drink while you create. It’s Skål for Kunst after all!

Paint&Eat - Chinese New Year
2026-02-22 12:00 - 14:00 | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway

Paint & Eat
2026-03-15 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-29 12:00 - 14:00 | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway
You heard about Sip & Paint but it’s not really your cup of… tea? You’d like to paint in a cozy and relaxed atmosphere? Here’s a perfect Sunday activity for you! 😉
Join us for Paint & Eat with brownies, coffee and good music.
Price includes all materials needed: paper, pencils, colored pencils and watercolors. Complimentary coffee and brownies will wait for you 🙂
See you at JM Atelier!

BOK-BOK, czyli Polski kiermasz książek
2026-03-21 11:00 - 14:00 | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway
Zapraszamy na kameralne spotkanie miłośników literatury w małej galerii sztuki w samym sercu Bergen – JM Atelier.
Będzie kawa, możliwość kupowania i sprzedawania książek oraz przestrzeń do swobodnych rozmów o literaturze wszelakiej.
Zapraszamy:
📖 tych, którzy chcą uszczuplić swoją domową biblioteczkę
📖 tych, którym brakuje dobrych pozycji do czytania
Aby wziąć udział, wystarczy zgłosić się w wiadomości prywatnej i dostarczyć książki wcześniej lub przynieść je ze sobą na wydarzenie.
Każda książka powinna mieć przyklejoną karteczkę z:
ceną
numerem Vipps
imieniem i nazwiskiem sprzedającego
Do zobaczenia między półkami

Modern Brush Calligraphy Workshop
2026-03-27 17:00 - 20:00 | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway
Step into the world of modern brush calligraphy and create your own elegant lettering ✍️
Have you ever admired beautifully written quotes and wondered how those flowing letters are made?
In this workshop, you’ll be introduced to the art of brush calligraphy – a creative way of shaping letters with a brush pen, where gentle pressure creates contrast and movement on the page.
Over 3 hours, we will guide you through the essential strokes and show you how letters are built step by step. We’ll move from simple exercises to forming words and small compositions, so you leave not only with new knowledge, but with something you’ve created yourself.
This workshop is designed for beginners who want to try something artistic in a calm and supportive setting.
🖌️No prior experience needed
🖌️All materials are provided
🖌️Small group to ensure personal guidance
Prior booking is required as spots are limited.
Please note: the workshop will be in English.

Paint & Eat - Disney Edition
2026-04-12 12:00 - 14:00 | JM Atelier, Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway

Travel Sketching - Male Kurs
2026-04-18 17:00 - 20:00 | Turistinformasjon, Strandkaien 3, Bergen, Norway
Slipp løs kreativiteten din i denne avslappede og inspirerende workshoppen i travel sketching – enten du er helt ny eller har litt erfaring med tegning fra før.

Vi starter med en enkel introduksjon til travel sketching. Du får lære grunnleggende komposisjonstips, hvilke materialer som passer best i et kompakt reisesett, hvordan du velger motiv, og teknikker for å skisse raskt mens du utforsker et nytt sted.
Etter introduksjonen er det tid for å skape ditt eget kunstverk! Med utgangspunkt i forberedte fotoreferanser eller dine egne reisefotografier får du eksperimentere med blyanter, tusjer, fargestifter og akvarell i en støttende og kreativ atmosfære.
Workshoppen finner sted på et av byens mest passende og ikoniske steder – Turistinformasjonen – med perfekt utsikt mot Fløyen og Bryggen. Et vakkert miljø for å slappe av, observere og gi liv til reiseminnene dine på papir.
Ingen tidligere tegneerfaring er nødvendig – bare nysgjerrighet og reiselyst!

Skål For Kunst
2026-04-21 17:30 - 20:00 | Kulturhuset, Vaskerelven 8, Bergen, Norway
LAST MINUTE UPDATE!
Due to a strike at Kulturhuset, the event had to be cancelled. We sincerely apologise!

Skål for Kunst is a lively and beginner‑friendly collage workshop. Whether you’re an experienced artist or brand new, you’ll have the chance to explore, experiment, and have fun.

What to expect?
• Coloured paper, pencils, watercolour, markers, magazines and old books – all you need to create your piece is included in the ticket
• An inspiration wall on Pinterest! We prepared a whole bunch of ideas before hand, in case you need some extra creativity boost.
• A bar on site – enjoy a drink while you create. It’s Skål for Kunst after all!
