Geometry of the Islamic World

Come and join us on this practical journey of discovery as we travel halfway around the globe to source the finest examples of Islamic Geometric Pattern; Persia, Turkey, Syria, India, Moorish Morocco, and Al-Andalus will feature in our travels. The genius of the craftsmen geometers from the Islamic Golden Age has never been surpassed; their pursuit and devotion for a unifying language embodying their Religion, Art and Science – without parallel.

The principles underlying Islamic Geometric Pattern are timeless and as relevant today as they have ever been or will be!

‘There is nothing more timely than the Timeless’ Dr. Seyyed Hossein Nasr

It is deeply encouraging, in a world and culture that in the main continues to promote a fragmentary and materialistic approach to Religion, Art, and Science, that a resurgence of interest and practice in Islamic Geometry is well underway.

This course will appeal to all lovers of Islamic Pattern, beginners and experienced alike, who would like to develop and deepen their understanding of this rich art form and the principles informing it. At the end of the course participants will have heads, Hearts, and Hands satisfied and in harmony!!
And a full portfolio of beautiful patterns from across the Islamic world.