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Year 7 Islamic Art

Year 7 Islamic Art

Using traditional tools of a compass and straightedge, students will recreate and learn about beautiful patterns from the Islamic World. Starting with simple patterns and gradually building up in complexity, students will focus on patterns and the calligraphy language of West and North Africa.

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Islamic Art

Year 7

Character Building Life Coaching for Boys

Department

  • Online School

TimeLine

Aug 29, 2024 - Jul 25, 2025

Duration

11 Months

Sessions

76

Language

English

Location

Online (Live)

Time

1:00 am

Rating

4.5 (110 ratings)

Price

Ā£64.00 per month

Status

In progress

Total Cost

Ā£512

Key Objectives

  • Artistic awareness
  • Cultural awareness
  • Basic understanding and application
  • Research and observation
  • Reading and writing calligraphy scripts
  • The Course Includes

  • 2 x one-hour lessons per week.
  • A comprehensive curriculum.
  • Student feedback and grade reports.
  • A parent meeting to discuss progress.
  • An opportunity to be supported throughĀ theĀ Arts Award.
  • Course Schedule

    Schedule UTC+001
    Wednesday12:35 PM - 1:35 PM
    Thursday1:35 PM - 2:35 PM

    Description

    TERM 1

    • Calligraphy:
      • Introduction to Islamic Art
      • Examples of Islamic Art
      • Keeping an Islamic Art Journal 
      • Introduction to Sudani Script
      • Introduction to studying manuscripts
      • Learning to read Sudani script
    • Geometry:
      • Introduction to Geometry
      • Geometry of West African Islamic Art
      • Geometry and Printmaking in textiles and fabrics
    • Biomorphic Forms:
      • Introduction to Islamic Art in West Africa
      • Ornamentation in art and architecture in West Africa 
      • Key Patterns 
      • Knotwork patterns 
      • Painting techniques

    TERM 2

    • Calligraphy:
      • Studying Ajami scripts
      • Studying various Sudani manuscripts
      • Writing poetry and prayers
    • Geometry:
      • Geometric patterns
      • Drawing platonic solids
      • Construction of spirals, tessellations and rosettes
    • Biomorphic Forms: :
      • Mosque patterns
      • Design & painting technique 
      • Iran ornamental design work

    TERM 3

    • Calligraphy:
      • Project
      • Journal presentation
    • Geometry:
      • Project 
      • Journal presentation
    • Biomorphic Forms
      • Project 
      • Journal presentation

    Cost: Ā£512 per year, payable in 10 monthly instalments of Ā£64.00.

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    Requirements

    • Age Group: This course is designed for students aged 10-12 years.
    • Prerequisites: No prior experience is necessary but good fine motor skills are highly recommended
    • Materials:Ā Good quality compass set ( Jakar, Rotoring brand), 30 cm and 50/60 cm ruler, Pencils. Eraser, A3 cartridge paper pad, A3 Binder/folder, Bamboo/Reed calligraphy pen size 3 or 4, Black Sumi ink, likka/silk thread, Matt glossy paper, Paintbrush, Watercolour paper pad, Tracing paper, Masking tape, Self healing mat, Craft knife. (These must be purchased separately and independent of the course enrolment fee)

    Instructor(s)

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    Halima Bashir

    4.5 (110 ratings)

    30 Courses ā€¢ 525,181 students

    Calligrapher and Artist with a focus on West African calligraphy, art and craft. Graduated from The Princeā€™s Foundation School of Traditional Arts with a Masters in Arts with a distinction. Studies with master Arabic calligraphers from the UAE, China and England in Riqaā€™a, Thuluth and Sudani scripts. Also studied classical Latin scripts Copperplate, Italic and Uncial scripts. Lives in Reading,UK, married with 3 children.

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