Khattography : Contemporary Arabic typography

Please note: Places on this workshop are extremely limited, completed workshop application forms should be submitted as soon as possible. Payment must be made at Tashkeel, places will only be reserved on full cash payment.

BRIEF
This workshop will introduce participants to the historical developments of Arabic typography. It will encourage participants to explore the use of Arabic type in contemporary graphic design through concise exercises and experiments. The participants will be able to develop their own visual expression using Arabic icons, images, color and typography to create relevant and contextually sensitive work that reflects the intricacies of local/Arabian visual culture.

NOTE: PARTICIPANTS SHOULD HAVE A BASIC KNOWLEDGE OF PHOTOSHOP AND ILLUSTRATOR

SCHEDULE
Saturday 31 May 10.00 – 13.00 Session 1
13.00 – 14.00 Lunch
14.00 – 17.00 Session 2

FEES
Tashkeel members 270 dhs per workshop
Non-members 330 dhs per workshop

MATERIALS
Participants should bring an old magazine; all other required materials will be provided by Tashkeel.