Workshop

Geometry and Islamic art

Languages

English, French

Discipline

Visual Arts

Availability

In-Person, Online

Number of participants

30

Themes

Middle Eastern Culture

Age

Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12

About this program

This workshop links the art and beauty of mathematics through the motifs of Islamic art. Participants will learn about the history and characteristics of this art form, then get creative using mathematical concepts to draw geometric patterns. Designs are adapted according to grade level.
Materials required for each participant: Compass set, pencil, eraser, ruler, marker, felt-tip pen or colored pencil, white sheet of paper (A4 format), 3 cardboard boxes of different colors (A1 format).

Artist

Pricing

In person and online

One 1 hour sessions $290 + HST

Two 1 hour sessions $425 + HST

Three 1 hour sessions $550 + HST

 

Published fees are for schools; fees for other settings are subject to change.

Venues over 25km from Ottawa centre will be charged a travel fee for artist's transportation costs.

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