Mar
14
1:00 PM13:00

Intro to Islamic Geometry

I am teaching a half day workshop at MERA in Mac Donald’s Corners.

March14, 2020 - 1:00-4:30 pm

This half day workshop will serve as an introduction to Islamic geometric patterns. Participants will learn about the different families of patterns and draw two patterns, using the same methods craftsmen have been using the Islamic world for centuries.

You will learn how to transfer the patterns onto watercolour paper and, if time allows, embellish them with a double weave.
Participants will receive a handout package with instructions for pattern construction.
No previous experience necessary and no math involved.

Materials needed:
- Compass. Preferably one that locks (with a screw in the middle).
- 12 inch (or more) ruler, transparent if possible.
-Pencils (2H, HB and 2B is ideal).

To register:
Payment of $45 is due at the time of registration to MERA via cheque, cash or e transfer (to meraschoolhouse@gmail.com). Closing date is one week before the workshop. Please note: no refunds for participant cancellations after that deadline. You will be notified, and refunded if necessary, if there is a workshop cancellation or postponement due to weather or insufficient registrations. To register, please email Trina at meraschoolhouse@gmail.com

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Oct
12
to Oct 14

Perth Autumn Studio Tour

The Perth Autumn Studio Tour (PAST) - held annually on Thanksgiving weekend - is a well-established event at which craftspeople, makers and artists sell a diverse range of work. Our tour has earned a solid reputation as a very well-organized tour with high calibre work. Over the course of the weekend, approximately 3000 visitors travel between our studios which are concentrated in the beautiful rural area to the west of Perth, ON. At each studio, our visitors have an opportunity to meet host artists and their guests, to view interesting work spaces, and to purchase work from talented creators.

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Feb
24
9:00 AM09:00

Intro to Islamic Geometry

I am teaching a one day workshop at The Cordwood Studio.

This full day workshop will serve as an introduction to Islamic geometric patterns. Participants will learn about the different families of patterns and draw a pattern for each, using the same methods craftsmen have been using across the Islamic world for centuries.

You will learn how to transfer the patterns onto watercolour paper and embellish them with a double weave. If time permits, you may choose a favourite pattern to colour or paint.

Participants will receive a handout package with instructions for pattern construction.

For more information and to register please visit http://thecordwoodstudio.com/workshops/islamic-geometry

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Nov
17
9:00 AM09:00

Intro to Islamic Geometry workshop

I am teaching a one day workshop at The Cordwood Studio.

This full day workshop will serve as an introduction to Islamic geometric patterns. Participants will learn about the different families of patterns and draw a pattern for each, using the same methods craftsmen have been using across the Islamic world for centuries.

You will learn how to transfer the patterns onto watercolour paper and embellish them with a double weave. If time permits, you may choose a favourite pattern to colour or paint.

Participants will receive a handout package with instructions for pattern construction.

For more information and to register please visit http://thecordwoodstudio.com/workshops/islamic-geometry

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