The 30 Patterns in 30 Days
Islamic Art Challenge

Though the 30 Patterns in 30 Days Challenge has ended, you can still purchase the recordings and join our global community of Islamic Geometry enthusiasts to continue your creative journey. Enrol today!

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Discover the Magic of
30 Patterns in 30 Days Challenge

Start your artistic journey with the 30 Patterns in 30 Days Challenge! While our live challenge will return next year, you can join anytime to learn at your own pace. Get instant access to recordings from our last cohort (Feb 2025) and create stunning Islamic geometric patterns at your convenience. Plus, stay inspired by connecting with our online community of fellow artists. Ready to dive in? Enrol today!

Islamic Art Challenges are designed to spark your creativity, refine your techniques, and leave you feeling unstoppable for the year ahead.

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ISLAMIC ART CHALLENGE

How This Challenge Will Transform Your Artistic Journey

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Clarity and Confidence in Geometry

Master geometric drafting tools with precision, dive into the Traditional Method and explore its mesmerising 4-fold family symmetry system, elevating your accuracy step by step.

Set Yourself Up for Success

Get hands-on with the fundamental elements of 30+ patterns, unlocking endless variations and the ability to design your own!

Packed with Fun and Surprises

Enjoy bonuses, additional lessons from 6 guest artists and a journey that enhances your mental and emotional well-being

10% Donated to Palestine 🇵🇸

10% of all revenue generated by this course will be donated to Palestine.

INSTRUCTOR

Fadhila Al Dhahouri

CEO & Co-Founder of Global Centre of Islamic Art

Fadhila Al Dhahouri is the CEO of the Global Centre of  Islamic Art, leading a team dedicated to reviving Islamic art's transformative power on a global scale.

Together with her co-founder, Sandy Kurt, her mission is to inspire her team and the world to see Islamic art as a force for positive change. Fadhila loves teaching and wants her students to embrace, protect and nurture Islamic Art the best they can.

INSTRUCTOR

Fadhila Al Dhahouri

CEO & Co-Founder of Global Centre of Islamic Art

Fadhila Al Dhahouri is the CEO of the Global Centre of  Islamic Art, leading a team dedicated to reviving Islamic art's transformative power on a global scale.

Together with her co-founder, Sandy Kurt, her mission is to inspire her team and the world to see Islamic art as a force for positive change. Fadhila loves teaching and wants her students to embrace, protect and nurture Islamic Art the best they can.

SPEAKERS

Meet Our Mystery Guest Artists

Mohammed Aziz
Art Educator
Mike Wyndham
Engineer
Monjia Sonnius
Geometry Master
Aziza Iqbal
Pattern Artist
Sandy Kurt
Geometry Artist & Co-Founder of GCIA
Mariam Ashraf
Gypsum Artist
Alberto Aguilar
The Geometrician

Alberto is an experienced Spanish architect with more than 16 years in the field. In 2016, Alberto visited Al Hambra Palace in Granada, Spain, and straight away fell in love with Islamic Geometric Patterns and Architecture.

Mohammed Aziz
Scholar, Hafiz & Consultant

Mohammad, is a scholar in Islamic sciences, theology, and jurisprudence. He's a Hafiz (a person who has memorised the Qur’an), a Master's graduate in Visual Islamic and Traditional Arts from The King’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts, and offers education and consultancy on traditional arts in London's Islamic faith schools.

Mike Wyndham
Electrical Engineer & Tool Enthusiast

Mike is an Electrical Engineer based in Ottawa, Canada. He finds and tunes up drafting tools for artists interested in Islamic Art and shows how to use different drafting tools on Instagram and YouTube.

Discover Our Previous Participants Experiences

Encouraging me to participate in the challenge rather than putting it off- the community spirit - everyone supporting one another.
Yasmin Chopdat
United Kingdom
The sense of community & working together to achieve individual goals was really fulfilling. We cheered each other on while growing, learning & creating together.
Michelle Gilbert
USA
I so appreciated the fact that to complete it I had to set aside time for ME each day, but it was ME in community across the world. And we all celebrated each other and cheered each other on. What an amazing supportive community to come out of this challenge.
Melissa Battis
USA
It has been a unique opportunity to build up a community, thanks to our fantastic instructor, all the supporting stuff and the amazing guests. We really learned a lot. Super thanks
Massimo Bon
Cyprus
I love the community this challenge has created and I also love that even though I’m not able to attend the live classes, GCIA has made easy to follow pdfs and recordings of the classes available for us. Also love the little history lessons at the beginning of every class.
Mishael George
India
Honestly, I enjoyed everything about the course. It completely surpassed all my expectations. Fadhila, the legends and the whole community have made this a wonderful unforgettable experience and I am very grateful to have been a participant.
Joy Willis
United Kingdom
Loved the sense of community, lots of us working together at the same time. Good pacing on the videos. Instructions were, for the most part, clear. PDF patterns were outstanding.
Sharon Wildwind
Canada
PRICING PLANS

Enrol to 30 Patterns in 30 Days Challenge

We have two payment methods that are accessible to everyone.

SINGLE PAYMENT
£59
Professionally made step-by-step downloadable PDFs 
Access to high-quality recordings for 6 months
Bonus patterns and techniques tutorials
Access to sessions delivered by guest artists
Join the global community on one platform
Certificate upon completion
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MONTHLY PAYMENT
£29.50/2 mo
Professionally made step-by-step downloadable PDFs 
Access to high-quality recordings for 6 months
Bonus patterns and techniques tutorials
Access to sessions delivered by guest artists
Join the global community on one platform
Certificate upon completion
Buy Recordings - I'm In!
STUDENT WORKS

Featured Student Works

Check out these unique art styles created by students during 30 Pattern in 30 Days Islamic Art Challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How long do I have access to the recording?

You will have access to recordings for 6 months upon registration.

What tools do I need for this challenge?

Compass, ruler, pencil, eraser, fineliner or coloured pencils, Bristol paper, and tracing paper.

How long do I have to complete the 30 Patterns 30 Days challenge?

The challenge will last 30 days. We will highlight the challenge dates on our website and Instagram.

What if I miss a day or a week on the challenge?

That’s okay. You can still view the recordings, which you will have access for 6 months.

What’s the difference between Islamic Art Challenge, Master Courses and Pre-Recorded Courses?

Islamic Art Challenge will last a specific duration. You will be presented with a new pattern every day to analyse and create.

Master courses are conducted live by an art master. You will experience a global live course with students from different countries and it will be held at a specific time.

Pre-recorded courses are conducted by an art master, which you can purchase and learn at your preferred time.

Can I teach a pattern from the course to someone else?

You can't teach a pattern from the course to someone else. You can share the pattern on your socials.🙂

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Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your creative journey! The 30 Patterns in 30 Days  Challenge is your gateway to artistic excellence.

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