Past Workshops

Ended - Sunday

25 February 2024

Sunday Funday: Creating Bookmarks

Tahani Al-Ashqar

Prepare for the national reading month initiative with this engaging workshop!

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Ended - Saturday

24 February 2024

Sikka 2024: Drop-in and Draw

Bassem Boules

Led by artist Bassem Boules, participants will be exploring various drawing approaches and techniques to build-up their confidence and improve their artistic skills. Participants are encouraged to bri...

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Ended - Saturday

24 February 2024

Sikka 2024: Stencil Printmaking

Bassem Boules

Develop compositions through stencil creation and playful layering of shapes and textures. Explore a variety of materials and discover the versatility of printing beyond traditional paper mediums. By ...

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Ended - Saturday

24 February 2024

Artist-led Guided Tour - Summits of Solitude: Narratives in Nature

Ji-Hye Kim

Join Ji-Hye Kim on a tour of her solo show. ‘Summits of Solitude: Narratives in Nature’ presents a new body of work that delves into the intersection of self-identity and nature, drawing profound insp...

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Ended - Friday

23 February 2024

Sikka 2024: Design Your Poster: Recycle and Redefine

Ibrahim Zaki

Ready to think out of the box? Transform ready magazines and posters into new and meaningful creations with Ibrahim Zaki. Discover the art of repurposing materials to convey a fresh message and infuse...

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Ended - Sunday

18 February 2024

Talk: Self-Promotion for Artists and Creatives

Nasser Abdullah

Join this captivating talk with Nasser Abdullah, esteemed curator and former Chairman of the Emirates Fine Art Society (EFAS). Tailored for emerging artists, this session offers invaluable guidance on...

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Ended - Sunday

18 February 2024

The Art of Grisaille

Mason Rempfer

Discover the art of Grisaille! Learn a systematic approach to painting by working exclusively in monochrome and making one decision at a time. Each stroke becomes a deliberate decision, developing yo...

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Ended - Thursday

15 February 2024

Artist-led Guided Tour- Summits of Solitude: Narratives in Nature

Ji-Hye Kim

Join Ji-Hye Kim on a tour of her solo show. ‘Summits of Solitude: Narratives in Nature’ presents a new body of work that delves into the intersection of self-identity and nature, drawing profound insp...

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Ended - Thursday

15 February 2024

The Crit Club

Mason Rempfer

Bring a completed artwork of yours, to understand how your work is communicating to a larger audience while sharpening you critical thinking and public speaking skills.

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Ended - Tuesday

13 February 2024

Artist in Conversation: Ji-Hye Kim

Ji-Hye Kim

Artist Ji-Hye Kim joins Jolaine Frizzell to discuss how her practice has grown during the Critical Practice Programme and the journey behind the new body of work presented in this solo show.

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Ended - Sunday

11 February 2024

Introduction to Stretching Canvas & Preparing Painting Surfaces

Mason Rempfer

Join us for an enlightening demonstration and talk, where Mason Rempfer will unravel the fascinating history of painting surfaces. Learn the intricacies of preparing surfaces for archival professional...

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Ended - Sunday

4 February 2024

Urban Sketching

Thierry Chehab

Master the art of sketching urban scenes with the spontaneous flair that defines urban sketchers. In this session, you will learn how to capture the vibrant energy of city life & dive into the intrica...

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