Thursday, 13 April 2017

Islamic art of illumination workshop available this May in Melbourne

Tezhip – The Islamic Art of Illumination is a two-day workshop held at the Islamic Museum of Australia over a weekend in May. The art of Turkish tezhip (التذهيب ), which refers to decorating with gold, is the ancient art of illuminating (decorating) manuscripts. 

Course instructor Gulay Pelin is one of Australia's most unique miniaturists. Pelin draws on the symbolism of the traditional miniature, paper marbling, and gilding in the Ottoman style to create her own contemporary interpretations. 

Interested?

Tezhip – The Islamic Art of Illumination
May 13 and 14, 2017
11am to 4pm
Islamic Museum of Australia
15A Anderson Road, Thornbury 3071, Melbourne, Australia. 
A$110 
All equipment and materials will be provided. The hands-on course is suitable for all levels of experience.