Collaboration with the REED SOCIETY FOR THE SACRED ARTS

Geometric & Arabesque Pattern workshops

New York, USA

12&13 July 2025

The Old American Can Factory ~ Brooklyn, New York

• Sign up for multiple sessions to receive a discount.
• All equipment & materials included. 
• Open to all abilities.

Register for day 1 ~ All 3 drawing Classes ~ $120

Register for both days 1 & 2 ~ All drawing Classes + Plaster carving ~ $170

Alternatively sign up for individual sessions below:

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DAY 1

Saturday 12 July 2025

Introducing Islamic Geometric Patterns 
9.30am – 12pm  $55

Using the traditional tools of compass and straight edge we will a create a traditional geometric design and explore principles of tessellation.

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Arabesque Pattern
1 – 2.30pm   $55

Introduction to the fluid, versatile freehand biomorphic aspects of Islamic Pattern.

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Geometric Persian Patterns
4pm – 6.30 pm   $55

This session will focus on building patterns from medieval Persia and 5&10-fold symmetry. 

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DAY 2

Sunday 12 July 2025

Experience one of the most satisfying carving processes and complete a geometric and biomorphic pattern of your choice. Using traditional tools and techniques.

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