Koen Merkx

Koen Merkx is an experienced art educator and entrepreneur, currently serving as a docent in beeldende kunst at Het Hooghuis since August 2022. As the owner of their own venture, Koen Merkx has focused on Kunst en Technologie while also working as a freelance workshop educator and curriculum developer. Additionally, Merkx has been involved with Huis73.nl and KITE educatie as a workshop docent, delivering workshops that integrate art and technology. Previous experience includes roles as a verkoopmedewerker at Van den Assem Schoenen, Ziengs Schoenen, and Dungelmann Schoenen B.V., as well as a begeleider in a ceramic workshop at Reinaerde Ateliers De Wijde Doelen. Merkx holds a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art & Design Teacher Training from Willem de Kooning Academy Rotterdam and has foundational education from SintLucas.