Geometric Patterns

Islamic geometric patterns – beginner course: Rifraf family Part 1

Geometry Master Ustadh Bachir Seffar provides powerful construction methods to master 11 Andalusian and Moroccan
geometric patterns from the Rifraf Family. We guarantee this course will educate and empower you like no other!

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Geometric Patterns

Islamic geometric patterns – beginner course: Rifraf family Part 1

Geometry Master Ustadh Bachir Seffar provides powerful construction methods to master 11 Andalusian and Moroccan
geometric patterns from the Rifraf Family. We guarantee this course will educate and empower you like no other!

Buy for £ 30 Free Preview
ABOUT COURSE

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 found in the Alhambra, others are Seffar’s own inventions. This shape promises versatility, delight and surprise.

ABOUT COURSE

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 found in the Alhambra, others are Seffar’s own inventions. This shape promises versatility, delight and surprise.

Course curriculum

What you’ll learn

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!

About the course

  • £ 30
  • 15 lessons
  • 5 patterns
  • 3 hours of video content
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Master instructor

Ustadh Bachir Seffar

Geometric Patterns Master

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, who himself was a skilled Islamic sculptor, and was very brilliant and creative.

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COURSE BUNDLES

Save up with our course bundles

Beginner’s Guide: the Rifraf Family Bundle

An ultimate guide to geometric patterns of the Andalusian-Moroccan Rifraf Family and learn how to develop your unique pattern style with our course bundle. Get £10 off when you enrol in both courses!

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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. Enroll in both courses and get £10 off!

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£10 Discount £54

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TESTIMONIALS

What our students say

The course is easy to follow and the downloadable materials are really helpful for me to repeat the course even after it has ended. As a beginner, I feel honored to be able to learn from a master. I’m enthusiastic for the upcoming and interesting courses from GCIA.
Tyas
Thank you so much for this high quality class. I didn’t expect such a great moment with you all! And I’m so happy with the result
Anastasia
Thank you for the great session and all the instructions, was lovely to meet you all in Zoom
Magda
This was the best online class ever! Thank you so much!
Maryam
I enjoyed this live class very much. You explained everything.
It was easy to understand.
Aysegul

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

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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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Rifraf Family Part 1 patterns now

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Rifraf Family Part 1 patterns now

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