Tehzip (Islamic Illumination Course) - 6 weeks (23 May - 27 June)
50% discount for those residing in non Euro-American countries. To obtain discount please write to: zahrahalepota@gmail.com
23rd May to 27th June -2 - 4 pm BST ONLINE
Join us for a six weeks long Islamic illumination course where you learn to compose exquisite manuscript decorations using Islimi motifs. We will draw, paint and line a final Shamseh composition.
Week 1: Learn to draw islimi (arabesque) motifs
Week 2: Compose basic forms using mirror symetry
Week 3:
Dye paper using natural dyes, and prepare it for painting
Start composing Shamseh
Week 4: Complete Shamseh composition
Week 5 & 6: Paint and learn to intricately outline final composition using ink
Outcome: A solid foundation in Islamic illumination art, a finished painting, and the skills to make many more!

