5-Day Free Islamic Geometry Workshop

Unlock the magic of Islamic Geometry in just 5 days. Join 1,000+ Islamic geometry enthusiasts from around the globe in a fun, interactive, and hands-on 5-day journey into the mesmerizing world of Islamic geometric patterns.

THU-MON, 1st-5th May 2025
Replay available until 7th May
Online on Zoom
SCHEDULE & TOPICS

What You’ll Learn

Live  &  interactive on Zoom. 100% Free - No experience needed, just bring your creativity!

Day 1: Welcome, Tools & Set Up

THURSDAY, May 1st | 6:30-8:00 PM BST
Online on Zoom
Introduction to Islamic Geometry history & methodologies
How to use your tools
Drawing a geometrical square base

Day 2: Drawing Your Pattern

FRIDAY, May 2nd | 6:30-8:00 PM BST
Online on Zoom
Drawing a simple geometric pattern
Deriving multiple patterns from a single construction

Day 3: Transforming Your Simple Pattern

SATURDAY, May 3rd | 3:00-4:30 PM BST
Online on Zoom
How to tessellate your pattern
Deriving multiple patterns from tesselation

Day 4: Weaving Your Pattern

SUNDAY, May 4th | 3:00-4:30 PM BST
Online on Zoom
Introduction to weaving methods
Weaving your pattern

Day 5: Bringing Your Pattern to Life

MONDAY, may 5th  3:00-4:30 PM BST
Online on Zoom
How to use watercolor paints
Exploring colour & brushstroke techniques
Celebrating everyone’s artworks

Why You Can’t Miss This Workshop

Hands-on, step-by-step guidance from expert instructors 💡
Experience Islamic geometry through a world-class online production
Provided high-quality step-by-step PDF tutorial
Catch up or recap with a recording given to you for 3-days after the workshop
Connect with a vibrant global community of like-spirited creatives 🌍
Lots of opportunity for fun, interaction and engagement, where you can ask all your questions
And most importantly, you will get an exclusive chance to join our private online Globetrotters membership – only open once a year! 🚪

What Will You Achieve?

You will come out of the 5-day Islamic Geometry workshop with a fully tessellated Islamic geometric pattern that is weaved, adorned with watercolour paint…ready to be framed on your wall! What’s more, you’ll develop clarity, confidence and inspiration of what is possible for you and your life through this incredible artform.

Meet your Instructors

Fadhila Al Dhahouri

Fadhila Al Dhahouri comes from a multi-cultural background of both Arab and South Asian. After graduating, she was elected as the first-ever Muslim, International Student as Student’s Union President at Cardiff University. In 2019, while working in the Embassy of Oman, London, She started practicing Islamic Geometric Art in the process of healing from depression and anxiety and using it to connect with the oneness of Allah. Now, Fadhila is focused on organising, uniting and empowering the Islamic Art community. She believes everyone must experience the transformative power of Islamic Art.

Sandy Kurt

Sandy Kurt is a Bosnian artist based in Italy. She discovered Islamic geometry in 2016 specialising in miniature geometry, principally using watercolour as a medium  Besides being an educator and surface pattern designer, she also mentors future artists in setting up their own art businesses. She believes that everyone can find peace in Islamic art. Her miniature complex geometry and sense of colour captured the attention of social media and soon she was inspiring thousands of artists to get started with this traditional art form.

TOOLS

What do You Need to Participate in This Workshop?

REQUIRED TOOLS
Drawing Tools
Compass
Ruler
Eraser
Pencil
A4/A3 Smooth paper (photocopy paper)
Tracing paper
Fadhila’s personal Recommendations
Spring compass with adapter
Ruler
Rotring set square
Rotring mechanical pencils 0.5mm 2H and 0.7mm B
Steadler fine liner 0.5mm
Pental clic eraser
Tracing paper
A4 or A3  smooth bristol paper or photocopy paper
Cutting matt
Masking tape
REQUIRED TOOLS
Painting Tools
300gsm watercolour paper
Watercolour brushes (different sizes)
Eraser
Palette
Watercolours
Water
sandy’s personal Recommendations
300gsm 100% cotton cold pressed watercolours paper arches or Fabriano or Winsor & Newton
Watercolour brushes,  flat shape size 4, round shape size 1, 6 and 18 by Princeton or Tintoretto - kolinsky hair or synthetic squirrel
Professional watercolours from Winsor & Newton or handmade watercolours from A.Gallo
Ceramic palette or plate from your kitchen

What People are Saying...

Discover what our current participants are saying! 💙

This course was truly an enriching experience, thanks to a fantastic instructor who brought the history and art to life, and a global community of students who inspired and supported one another!
Emily C.
United Kingdom 🇬🇧
This had an impact on my self-esteem and my self empowerment about all the possibilities and abundance there is in the Universe to create!! It is a perfect therapy for people!!!
Maria A.
Spain 🇪🇸
I did not expect that my hand would use the pencil and compass in this smooth way. My accuracy in drawing increased rapidly and noticeably in a few days, which is amazing! The sessions were very beneficial and enjoyable
Azizah A.
Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦
I really appreciated the quality of course materials, the support and presentation. Prior to the course I was not sure whether I would do it or not but now I am absolutely glad that I did do it.
Jim W.
Ireland 🇮🇪
I have delved into the world of Islamic Geometry before, but very much on my own path and trying to figure it out on my own. I am so grateful for finding this. It has expanded my skill set and truly simplified it in a way that I can confidently work with different patterns. I love that it incorporates traditional methods through the entire process of learning. Thank You!
Zaitoon E.
South Africa 🇿🇦
What an amazing opportunity to learn about Islamic Geometry as well as the history and spiritual aspects. The instructors are amazing too! It was amazing to see the ideas coming from other students. Absolutely inspiring.
Carol B.
Ecuador 🇪🇨

Frequently Asked Questions

📩 Have questions? Email us at salam@gcislamicart.com

Will there be opportunities to interact with the instructors?

Yes! All of our classes, courses and community experiences are designed to be super interactive!

How long do I have access to the recording?

You will have access to recordings for 3 days after the workshop finishes, until Thursday 8th May

What is the Globetrotter Community?

Globetrotter community is a membership programme offer in Islamic geometry where you are taught geometry and painting techniques from various Islamic art dynasties from every part of the world. Packed with community and lots of fun, this is the best way to really help take your artistic game to the next level.

How do I join the Globetrotter Community?

The membership cart opens to the public once a year, between the 4th -9th May. Sign up to the waitlist so you don’t miss your opportunity: www.gcislamicart.com/community-membership

I have another question. How can I contact you?

Sure, just email us at salam@gcislamicart.com

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Gift yourself a week to discover this incredible artform

THU-MON, 1st-5th May 2025
Online on Zoom

This is your chance to unleash your creativity, and connect with an supportive and empowering global community through Islamic geometry!