Posts by Islamic Illuminations
Which course or workshop should I do to learn Islamic art and patterns?

Which course or workshop should I do to learn Islamic art and patterns?

Islamicillumination.com offers a number of courses and workshops. This post will help you make your mind up and choose the one that is right for you.

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How to have a creative Ramadan?

How to have a creative Ramadan? | Six ways to have a more creative month

  • Connect creativity to spirituality

  • Create something related to Ramadan

  • Set yourself a time to be creative

  • Dedicate a space for creativity

  • Have a creative Ramadan social

  • Give yourself a creative goal

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What is Islamic Illumination?

Islamic illumination is a traditional from of Islamic art. The main goal in this art is to use of gold to paint geometric and/or biomorphic patterns (organic and floral forms and motifs) to decorate the pages of Quran and books of poetry. Read More.

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Islamic Pattern Units

Islamic patterns are divided to four major units: geometric unit, vegetation unit, animal based unit and Arabic calligraphy unit. Each of them is defined in this post - الوحدات الزخرفية تتكون من أربعة عناصر: الهندسية والنباتية والحيوانية والخطية

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