About this Event
About the Event
An Afternoon of Serenity: Japanese Pastel Art at nhow Rotterdam
Step into a quiet corner of nhow Rotterdam, the design hotel on the Erasmus Bridge, for an afternoon of Japanese pastel painting practice built around calm and serenity.
Guided by a certified Nagomi Art instructor, you'll use soft pastels and your fingertips instead of brushes to create a piece shaped entirely by your own hand. No drawing experience needed, just time to slow down in one of Rotterdam's most striking spaces.
Every seat includes full materials and a drink, with small-group guidance from start to finish.
Early bird registrations, offer ends soon, sign up today
Buy one get one offer, so bring your family and friend to share the experience together.
What Guests Experience
- Guided session with step-by-step instruction, suitable for all skill levels
- Facilitation in English
- Creative exploration and self-expression
- Outer and inner landscape themes, with gentle grounding moments woven throughout the session
- A welcoming community atmosphere in a carefully curated group setting
Event Details
Format : 2 hours · guided · materials included · includes one drink
Venue : nhow Rotterdam · 7th floor
Address : Wilhelminakade 137, 3072 AP Rotterdam
Dates : 27 September 2026
Time : 13:30~15:30
General Admission : €40 per guest (including 21% BTW)
Special Offer 2-for-1 Deal : €40 for 2 guests (including 21% VAT) | Regular Price: €80
Early Bird Offer : €33 for 1 guest (including 21% VAT), offer ends September 19 | Regular Price: €40
Capacity : Maximum 20 guests per session
Facilitator : Olivia Wu
Ticketing: Online purchase only via Eventbrite. Advance purchase required, tickets are not available at the door.
Book now to secure your spot.
Before completing your registration, please see below for Important Event Information.
About Olivia Wu
Olivia Wu is a transformative artist whose creative practice is built on a simple belief: art is a portal for self-reflection and transformation. With nearly two decades of devotion to the arts, her work bridges the inner and outer worlds, restoring balance, deepening presence, and inspiring creativity in those she works with.
About Pastel-Nagomi(和)-Art
Nagomi Art is a Japanese pastel painting method founded in 2003 by Hosoya Norikatsu, using soft pastels and fingertips instead of brushes to create gentle, expressive pieces with no prior drawing experience required. The name comes from the Japanese word for harmony, reflecting a practice built around a calm, meditative process rather than the finished result.
About nhow Rotterdam
nhow Rotterdam is an art-forward design hotel located in De Rotterdam on the Wilhelminapier, a landmark building by OMA / Rem Koolhaas overlooking the Erasmus Bridge and the Maas. Part of NH Hotels' creative nhow brand, the hotel reflects Rotterdam's contemporary, design-driven character through its art, interiors and programming.
Important Event Information
By siging up to the event, participants understands and agree to the following.
Ticket and participation
The ticket price includes 21% VAT and includes:
- Entry to the session
- All materials
- One drink
- Ticket sales are final and there are no refunds or rescheduling possible
Tickets are valid only for the selected event date and cannot be transferred to another session unless agreed by Light Program.
Arrival
Guests are requested to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to allow sufficient time for registration and seating.
Late arrivals may still be admitted, but the session cannot be extended.
Refund policy
All ticket sales are final.
No refunds will be provided unless the event is cancelled by the organiser. If an event is cancelled, ticket holders will be contacted directly and offered a refund.
Event changes
The organiser reserves the right to make reasonable changes to the room, programme, host, timing or format where operationally necessary.
Guests will be informed of any significant changes as soon as possible.
Photography and filming
Photography and filming may take place during the event for promotional and marketing purposes.
By entering and participating in the event, guests acknowledge and agree that they may be photographed or filmed and that this content may be used by Light Program and nhow Rotterdam across their websites, social media channels and other promotional materials.
Guests who have concerns regarding photography should contact the organiser before the event.
Conduct and venue rules
Guests must follow the instructions of Light Program and nhow Rotterdam staff and comply with the hotel’s house rules.
Light Program and nhow Rotterdam reserve the right to refuse entry or remove any guest whose behaviour is unsafe, disruptive, unlawful or inappropriate. No refund will be provided in such cases.
Materials and clothing
Painting materials will be used throughout the session. Guests are advised to wear suitable clothing.
Light Program and nhow Rotterdam cannot accept responsibility for stains or damage to clothing or personal belongings caused by paint or art materials, except where legally required.
Food and beverages
The ticket includes one drink.
Additional drinks can be purchased on-site from nhow Rotterdam. Only food and beverages supplied or authorised by nhow Rotterdam may be consumed during the event.
Personal belongings
Guests remain responsible for their personal belongings during the event.
Light Program and nhow Rotterdam cannot accept responsibility for loss, theft or damage to personal property, except where legally required.
Personal data
Personal information provided through Eventbrite will be processed by Light Program for ticketing, event administration and event-related communication.
Guest information will not be used for unrelated marketing without the appropriate permission.
Accessibility and special requirements
Guests with accessibility requirements, allergies or other relevant needs should contact Light Program before booking or as soon as possible before the event.
Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate requests, but specific arrangements cannot be guaranteed unless confirmed in advance.
Event venue & nearby stays
Hotel nhow Rotterdam, 137 Wilhelminakade, Rotterdam, Netherlands
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