Voices
"From one canvas to the next, I watched my painting transform—and before long, I simply couldn’t get enough of it."
Sabine K., Participant
Course Fee
Course Fee: € 1,950 (Includes 10 days of mentorship with Inge H. Schmidt, all paints, canvases, papers, primers, museum admissions, train tickets, and your personal photobook.)
Stay & Full Board (13 nights) The daily rate covers accommodation and all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) per person, per day.
Basic: Shared room, shared bathroom
€77 / night
Standard: Shared double room, shared bathroom
€120 / night
Standard: Single room, shared bathroom
€145 / night
Superior: Double room, en-suite bathroom
€150 / night
Superior: Single room, en-suite bathroom
€180 / night
Travelling alone and opting for a double or shared room? We'll do our best to find you a good match.
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Pre-register for the Lab
By signing up, you are joining the waitlist. No commitment – just a sign that this space interests you. We will get in touch as soon as the framework is set.
At a Glance
Group size: Max. 13 participants
Start: July 12, 2026 – 17:00 (Check-in)
End: July 25, 2026 – 11:00 (Departure)
Mentor: Inge H. Schmidt
Location: Holdenweid, Hölstein, Google Maps
The framework is still taking shape. If this resonates before you fully understand it, you can pre-register.
Essence
We work with color, material, and open setups. Not to master anything – but to follow the material and to see anew.
For people with their own practice who are ready to relinquish control and engage in a process with an open outcome.
Your Mentor: Inge H. Schmidt
Inge H. Schmidt: painter, draftswoman, and a teacher with a rare touch. She blends technical mastery with wit, curiosity, and a keen eye for the human element. For Inge, it’s not about style or technical prowess. It’s about the act of seeing, the courage to decide, and trusting the process. Her presence is clear and attentive—offering a space where growth is effortless but significant.
A session with Inge shifts something. Quietly. Lastingly.
Website: https://ihs-art.com/
Accommodation
Location: Holdenweid is a heritage-listed ensemble near Basel—intentionally secluded, immersed in nature. A sanctuary of quiet for deep, focused work. It remains easily accessible via rail and EuroAirport.
Rooms: From Superior rooms with en-suite bathrooms to simple rooms with a monastic charm (shared facilities): choose what fits your needs. As categories are limited, we ask for your preference during the application process.