Beginner’s Course: The Rifraf Family Part 1
Learn the ropes of Islamic geometry by mastering the construction of 11 Andalusian-Morrocan patterns from the Rifraf family.
Course Duration: 3 Hours
Languages: English
Course Level: Beginner
What is a Rifraf pattern?
The Rifraf shape was first conceived in Andalusia (modern-day Southern Spain) and was further developed in Morocco.
Master Craftsman of 50+ years, Ustadh Bachir Seffar provides powerful methods to construct 5 different patterns and 11 designs inspired by the Rifraf Family. Whilst some are traditional patterns in the Alhambra, others are Seffar's inventions. This shape promises versatility, delight and surprise.
Curriculum
All the lessons are pre-recorded and you can access them anytime anywhere.
- Rifraf pattern
- Rifraf with square pattern
- Rifraf with Qamarshoona pattern
- Rifraf with small square pattern
- Qarqaba pattern with variation
- Grid Construction
- Tiling – part 1
- Tiling – part 2
- Weaving
- Patterns’ Names
- Circle Division
- Conclusion – you did it!
Ustadh Bachir Seffar
Born in Fes, Ustadh Bachir Seffar is renowned for his Islamic designs in the domain of Moroccan architecture.
Bachir started learning the art of Islamic sculpture when he was eight years old from his father, Abed Anabiy Seffar, a skilled Islamic sculptor who was brilliant and creative.
Course Bundles
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Beginner’s Guide:The Rifraf Family Bundle
An ultimate guide for the Andalusian-Moroccan Rifraf family geometric pattern and learn how to make your unique pattern style with our course bundle. Enrol in both courses and get £10 off!
What to Expect from our Pre-recorded Courses
Learn at the comfort of your home
Enjoy learning from home with an easy-to-follow method with your favourite beverage.
Learn from highly skilled and experienced art masters with Ijaza
Learn crafting tips and tricks from top art experts with qualified art education backgrounds in the Islamic Art sector.
High Definition Video Quality & PDFs
Don’t miss a single detail as your master guides you step-by-step with our clear high definition video quality and PDFs.
Perks of Learning with Lifetime Access
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Compass, ruler, pencil, eraser, fineliner or colored pencils, Bristol paper, tracing paper.
Because this is a recorded course, you can learn as you go, repeating the steps as many times as you need at your own pace.
Lifetime access. So you can learn at your own pace 🙂
The course videos are in landscape format. Supporting PDF materials and any exercise sheets are in landscape A4 format.
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You can't teach a pattern from the course to someone else. You can share the pattern on your socials.🙂
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Enhance your understanding of Islamic Geometry by mastering the construction techniques of 11 Andalusian-Moroccan patterns
