Islamic Geometry for Beginners: Six-fold Mughal pattern from India

A practical
introduction to Islamic geometry - use a ruler, compass and watercolour to
Create a unique piece to take home.

Learn how to draw a historical pattern
from Islamic traditions. This 3-hour workshop will teach you how to design
draw and colour a six-fold Mughal pattern from
India.

During the session, tutor Safira will
Show you how to create a geometric pattern template and go through the process
Of how to transfer it to watercolour paper.

The session will include a chance to explore watercolour painting
Techniques so you can create your own painting.

No prior experience is required, or if you do have some experience of
Islamic geometry, this is a great way to refresh your skills or find new
Inspiration!

About the tutor:

Tutor Safira Ali is a visual artist and calligrapher based in
Leicestershire. Her work explores geometry, Islamic illumination, and modern
and Arabic calligraphy. Safira has studied Islamic geometry with the Prince’s
School of Traditional Arts, Art of Islamic Pattern and Traditional Arts with
the VMCTA. For the past four years she has been undertaking a traditional
apprenticeship programme to learn tezhip with an Islamic illumination master in
Istanbul. To learn more about Safira’s work, visit: www.safiraarts.com or find her on Instagram @safiraarts

Further information:

All materials are provided.

This 3-hour workshop will start at 10am and end at 1pm and will run on
Wednesday 29 April 2026.

See also tutor Safira’s other workshop Islamic Geometry for
Beginners
Eight-fold Mughal pattern from India on Tuesday 9 June 2026.

Suitable for ages
14+. Under 18s must be accompanied by a paying adult at all times.

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