GENERAL INFORMATION

Interested in Islamic Geometric patterns and need help with tools and techniques? As beginners,  students will be guided through basic ruler-compass constructions while learning terminology and theory. 

GENERAL INFO:

• Course Title: Introduction to Geometric Patterns – Drawing and Painting 
• Course Schedule: Sunday 7 p.m. UTC 
• 8 Week Session
• September 7 – October 26, 2025
• Course Format: Online corrections (2 hours) 
• Skill Level: Beginner    |   Age Range: 12+
• Course Format: Online (Zoom) Recordings will only be available for those with excused absences.
• Instructor: Esra Aslan
• Course fee: 
• Early bird: 167 (until June 7)
• Regular: 219

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This workshop aims to cater to individuals interested in drawing geometric patterns without prior knowledge or experience in this field.

Participants will be introduced to various materials, including compasses, different types of paper, and paints. They will learn the fundamentals of using these tools through basic drawing exercises.

Furthermore, this workshop serves as an initial exploration of geometric patterns, allowing students to develop the necessary skills to continue their artistic journey by creating aesthetically pleasing drawings.

• Compass
• Ruler (30 cm)
• Mechanical pencil (0.3 mm and 0.5 mm)
• Pencil (H and 4B)
• Correction tape/masking tape
• Transfer Paper
• Soft eraser
• Colored pencil and felt-tip pen

• Students are expected to allocate 10 hours per week to attend live online classes, practice, and prepare their lessons for submission.

ABOUT OUR INSTRUCTOR

Esra Aslan embarked on her journey in the field of traditional arts 6 years ago when she started taking Tezhip lessons at İsmek. Subsequently, she served as a curator for two separate exhibitions alongside her teacher and five of her classmates. These exhibitions were held in Sarajevo and Skopje. Continuing her education at Küçükçekmece Traditional Arts Center, she successfully completed the 2-year Design and Pattern course under the guidance of her esteemed teacher.

During this time, she also completed a 7-month online course on Geometric Patterns in Islamic Architecture, facilitated by Dr. Serap Ekizler Sönmez and the Eyüp Municipality.

Following the completion of this course, Esra curated the first Geometric Patterns exhibition in Turkey, which showcased a total of 142 artworks by 35 individuals who had completed the course within the past 4 years, once again under the guidance of Dr. Serap Ekizler Sönmez. For the past 2 years, she has been studying Miniature.

Her exceptional miniature design earned her the 1st prize in the 3rd Miniature Competition organized by Üsküdar Municipality. Currently, she continues her studies in Geometry with Dr. Serap Ekizler Sönmez, while also furthering her knowledge and skills in Miniature painting under the mentorship of her esteemed teacher.

In addition to her artistic pursuits, Esra Aslan is currently teaching Introduction to Islamic Geometric Patterns within our foundation, continuing her artistic projects, and pursuing a master’s degree in Islamic History and Arts.