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Golden PagesGilding & Woodcarving with Sara DavisIn this episode of the Golden Pages podcast, we meet multi-media artist Sara Davis, a specialist in the art of illumination, medieval manuscripts, and woodworking. From her early love for art, encouraged by her creative mother and grandmother, Sara shares her journey into studying fine art and further specialising in wood carving and gilding at the City and Guilds of London Art School. We explore the materials and methods involved in gilding and medieval illumination and learn about some traditional recipes for gilding. We also discuss her artistic process, the significance of achieving a balance b...
2024-12-0545 minGolden PagesGolden Circles and Painted Geometry with Clarissa GrandiClarissa Grandi is a UK-based artist, author, and teacher who beautifully intertwines mathematics, art, and nature in her work. In this episode of the Golden page podcast, Clarissa introduces us to her unique blend of teaching that revives the study of mathematics, infusing it with the vibrancy of art. We discuss her journey into the world of Islamic geometry, elaborating on the inspiration she garners from nature and her research into the golden ratio. We also discuss paper embroidery, online learning and the power of social media in creating an artist community. https://ww...
2024-11-2143 minGolden PagesIndo-Persian Miniature with Simran Kaur PanesarSimran Kaur Panesar is a Kenyan born artist, living in London, with roots hailing in Punjab and India. Simran’s work in miniature paintings, frescos and motifs is a testament to the rich heritage of Sikhism, interweaving tales of her Kenyan roots and Punjab lineage in the strokes of her brush. In this episode of the Golden Pages podcast, Simran takes us through the intriguing world of Indian and Persian Miniature Art, revealing her creative process, from making her own paints to foraging for pigments in nature. She discusses the deep spirituality and divinity embedded in her art...
2024-10-3135 minGolden PagesTurkish Ornamentation with Nagihan SeymourNagihan Seymour is a UK based Turkish artist with a captivating journey from materials engineer to a Tezhip illumination, ceramic & sacred geometry artist and teacher. In this episode of the Golden Pages podcast, Nagihan reveals to us how her engineering background played a critical role in her artistry and opens up about the invaluable lessons she learned from her mentor. We discuss how respect for your teacher, coupled with a willingness to embrace the process, is vital in achieving mastery. We also explore her fascination with ceramics, her first encounter with a kiln and the co...
2024-10-1438 minGolden PagesFrom the Islamic World to Europe with Dr Federica GiganteDr Federica Gigante is the curator of the collection from the Islamic World in the History of Science Museum at Oxford University. From the intricate beauty of Islamic metalworks to the challenges of cataloging, she offers us an enlightening experience in this episode of the Golden Pages podcast. We explore the world of Islamic metalworks, shedding light on their advanced sophistication. Our conversation takes us from an exploration of northern Italy’s lesser known museums to the unique process of curating an exhibition and the story behind the Courtauld Bag, an exceptional piece from the Ilkhanid dynasty....
2024-09-2743 min
Golden PagesCreative Contemporary Manuscripts with Joumana MedlejJoumana Medlej is a renowned artist, author, and educator from Lebanon. Her distinct visual language, steeped in the historical, compositional, and order aspects of the Arabic alphabet, is drawn from the rich influence of early Islamic art. In this episode of the Golden Pages podcast, Joumana shares intricate details about her latest masterpiece, the Book of Abjad, which explores the alphanumerical nature of the abjadiyah. Her artist books, such as the Book of the Moon, are more than just works of art - they are mystical journeys that evoke a sense of richness and mystery. Along with...
2024-07-0345 min
Golden PagesMalay and Indonesian manuscripts with Dr. Annabel GallopDr Annabel Gallop is the lead curator of the Southeast Asia collection at the British Library. She has an eye for the unique and distinctive, and a penchant for Malay seals, illuminated Malay letters, and Quranic manuscripts. In this episode of the Golden Pages Podcast, we navigate the vast collection of the British Library, home to approximately 500 Indonesian manuscripts. Dr Gallop elaborates on the challenges of cataloging and studying these intricate works. She also shares how the British Library is striving to make these valuable resources more accessible. We explore Malay seals, their use for a...
2024-05-1559 min
Golden PagesTraditional Gilding with Richard WalkerJourney through the celestial origins of gold and its transformation into the soul of magnificent artwork in this enriching conversation with Master Gilder Richard Walker. In this episode of the Golden Pages podcast, Richard shares his passion for this craft, his favorite techniques, and his unique experiences. From selecting the right kind of gold leaf to the intricate art of sealing, he reveals how patience and practice can lead to awe-inspiring results. We also uncover the fascinating world of Western Gilding, discussing the traditional recipes and techniques that have stood the test of time. Richard a...
2024-04-1553 minGolden PagesGolden Podcast TrailerThis show will shine the light on arts from the Islamic lands such as traditional manuscripts, Illumination, gilding techniques, miniature, calligraphy, ornamentation and bookmaking traditions. All of these subjects will also be taught in our school so keep an eye on our website: https://socofujairah.ae
2024-01-2701 min
Cut the CraftEpisode 053: Esra AlhamalRecorded September 19, 2022. Dr. Esra Alhamal creates illuminated paintings and works out of England. In this episode, she clears up the language surrounding biomorphic patterns and the western idea of Islamic Art. Instead, Esra promotes the Arabic word Nabati; meaning “from plant” to describe the organic curvy patterns she uses to create illuminated paintings. She guides us through regional differences in the stylized visual patterns and talks about her own process as she creates different pieces. She teaches illumination, has her own paint company, and publishes a podcast about art, but still finds time to relax with the repeti...
2022-11-151h 04
Art InformantART Informant x Art Illuminated podcast with Esra Alhamal In this episode, Isabelle Imbert welcomes Dr Esra Alhamal, doctor in design and visual artist specialised in Islamic illumination. Esra has been researching and creating biomorphic patterns for many years, as well as teaching the art of illumination in London and creating her own paint with natural pigment from a Medieval recipe. In the episode, we talk about her artistic practice, as well as her research on Safavid biomorphic pattern in architectural ceramic. She is also a fellow host of the Art Illuminated podcast, in which she interviews artists and makers working with traditional techniques. If yo...
2022-10-311h 08
Art IlluminatedJapanning Fairytales with Tuesday RiddellLast episode of season 4 is with Tuesday Riddell and we talked about Japanning and how she specialised in it and the nature that inspires her. Images from the episode: instragram.com/artilluminated Tuesday's fab work: http://tuesdayriddell.com/ More on the podcast: islamicillumination.com/podcast
2022-07-0641 min
Art IlluminatedGemstones With Geometric Patterns with Bryan DrummondBryan Drummond is a goldsmith and specialises in gem cutting creating stunning geometric patterns on a lot of the gems he works on. They are interact and dazzling. Images from this episode: instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Follow Bryan: https://www.instagram.com/bd_drummond/ and shop his work: https://www.drummondgems.com/shop More on the podcast: islamicillumination.com/podcast
2022-06-2856 min
Art IlluminatedFloral Embroidery with Olga PrinkuOlga Prinku is a designer, maker and creator of flowers on tulle embroidery. She invented the technique of flowers on tulle embroidery, using real organic material as her thread. Olga collaborated with brands including Swarovski and Anthropologie, and her work has been exhibited in galleries and at festivals. Images from this episode on: https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod/ More on the podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/artilluminated More from Olga: https://www.prinku.com/
2022-05-2643 min
Art IlluminatedExploring and learning patterns with Lizzie HobbsArtist Lizzie Hobbs is an award winning Manchester based artist, who studied South Asian studies and Hindi and continued with her arts and other studies exploring the rich world of patterns. Images from episode: www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod More from Lizzie: https://www.lizziehobbs.co.uk/ More episodes: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2022-04-2134 min
Art IlluminatedGlass Sculptures and Recycling with Hannah GibsonHannah Gibson is a glass artist and we talked about making glass sculpture from sustainable and recycled materials. Hannah is also a geologist, which informs some of her works. Images from episode: instagram.com/artilluminatedpodcast Connect with Hannah: https://www.hannahgibsonglass.co.uk/ More on the podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2022-04-1651 min
Art IlluminatedIndian Miniature & Devotional Portraits with Murad K. MumtazAssistant Professor Murad K. Mumtaz is a Pakistani artist and researcher based in the US and currently teaching South Asian arts at the William College. Murad specialised in Indian miniature more specifically the Pahari painting style during his studies at the National College of Arts in Lahore and then he pursued a master’s of fine arts in Columbia University, where he started looking deeper into the history. We had such a great chat about all things miniature, inspiration and devotional portrait. Images from this episode on www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod More from Murad: www.ins...
2022-04-0745 min
Art IlluminatedNeedlepoint Inspired By Islamic Tiles with Natalie FisherNatalie Fisher is a needlepoint artist based in Sydney and her work is inspired by Islamic architecture. She shares how she fell in love with Islamic tiles and how she includes the various tiles in her work. Images from the episode on instagram.com/artilluminatedpod | More from Natalie plus her book https://www.artweave.com.au/ + https://www.instagram.com/artweave_originals/
2022-03-3041 min
Art IlluminatedPainting Botanical and Nature Art with Shevaun DohertyShevaun Doherty is an Irish botanical artist, who raises environmental awareness through her art. We talked about Shevaun’s journey into botanical art and her life in Egypt and Ireland and how her practice transformed with the different opportunities she had from the logo she designed for the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan, to the set of Irish postage stamps and so many cool things in between. We also chatted about the practical side of botanical painting techniques and how they can be applied on paper and on vellum. Images from this episode on islamicillumination.com...
2022-03-231h 16
Art IlluminatedCosmology, Miniature and Spirituality with Annelie SolisAnnelie Solis is a Trinidadian artist that graduated from the Prince's School of Traditional Art in London. We talk about her journey into art and miniature. She explores various subjects in her work like cosmology, astrology and astronomy. Images from episode: instagram.com/artilluminatedpod https://www.anneliesolis.com/ More on the podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/artilluminatedpod
2022-03-1656 min
Art IlluminatedTraditional and Modern Calligraphy with Paul AntonioPaul Antonio is the author of 'Copperplate Script - A Yin&Yang Approach'. A new and innovative way to look at and learn to write copperplate script. Being passionate about lettering history, Paul has worked on copying Ancient Hieroglyphs in Egypt for the MET, NYC and is one of the four Crown Office Scribes who handwrites some of the laws of the UK unto vellum for signing by Her Majesty The Queen. He also studied English Palaeography and Manuscript History. Images from episode: https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod + Paul's insta: https://www.instagram.com/pascribe ...
2022-03-091h 10
Art IlluminatedStone Carving, Masonry & Sculpting with Miriam JohnsonThis week's guest is Miriam Johnson, who tells us all about her practice in stone carving, masonry & sculpting. Images from this episode are on https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod/ Miriam works in restoration and conservation of historic buildings as well as creating original carving designs for private commissions and her own work. More of Miriam's work https://www.miriamjohnson.co.uk/ & https://www.instagram.com/miriam.johnson.stone/ For more on the podcast: https://www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2022-03-0447 min
Art IlluminatedPersian Miniature and Identity with Laila Tara HLaila Tara H is an Iranian miniature artist exploring new ways of painting miniatures and identity within. Images from this episode on: https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod - Follow Laila's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/llailatarah/ More on the podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Laila's recommendation: “A Fascinating, Sexy, Intellectually Compelling, Unregulated Global Market.”https://freakonomics.com/podcast/a-fascinating-sexy-intellectually-compelling-unregulated-global-market/
2022-02-2455 min
Art IlluminatedQ&A with Samira Mian on art, life & patternsSamira and I are chatting in this episode about how we met, our lives in art, self taught vs self study, pricing artwork and of course food in London! All info via islamicillumination.com + samiramian.co.uk
2022-02-1747 min
Art IlluminatedPersian Miniature and Illumination with Farkhondeh AhmadzadehFarkhondeh is an Iranian artist based in London. Her work explores the disciplines of Persian poetry manuscripts, sacred geometry and Persian miniatures: http://harmonyinart.com/ Pictures from this episode on: www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod More on the podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2021-08-2949 min
Art IlluminatedSomali Textiles with Hafza YusufHafza Yusuf is a Somali-British textile designer, Art educator and founder of Hafza Studio. https://www.instagram.com/hafzastudio/ Pictures from this episode on www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod More on the podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2021-08-2951 min
Art IlluminatedHenna and Creative Outlets with Medina TrevathanMedina Trevathan is a henna artist and a young creative finding her own creative outlet and artistic voice through henna, embroidery and more. We talk about her journey so far and her life between Moroco, Spain and the UK: www.instagram.com/medinatrevathan Pictures from this episode on www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod More on the podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2021-08-2941 min
Art IlluminatedWoven Textiles with Rezia WahidRezia Wahid is a woven textile artist and hand weaver specialising in natural yarns. She is inspired by air, light and poetry. We chat about various weaving techniques, exhibiting pieces and community project - Pictures from the episode on www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod + More from the podcast www.islamicillumination.com/podcast - More from Rezia: http://www.woven-air.com/home2.htm
2021-08-2646 min
Art IlluminatedRealistic Sculptures with Faisal AlahmadFaisal Alahmad is a Saudi American sculptor and works with realistic human features and the human form. He tells us about his journey into becoming the talented sculptor he is. Images are on the podcast's instagram: www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod More about the podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast More from Faisal: www.faisalalahmad.com Faisal on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sculptorfaisal/
2021-08-191h 02
Art IlluminatedIslamic Geometry and Peace of Mind with Sandy KurtSandy Kurt has been practicing complex Islamic geometry painted in watercolours for over 5 years and she shares how she learnt and continue to practice her art on this episode. Episode's picture on instagram.com/artilluminatedpod more on the podcast on www.islamicillumination.com/podcast - Follow Sandy: https://www.instagram.com/sandy.kurt/ - More from Sandy: https://www.sandykurt.com/
2021-08-1250 min
Art IlluminatedPainting the Palestinian Identity with Sliman MansourSliman Mansour is an iconic figure in contemporary Arab art and in the Palestinian Intifadh. He is a political artist representing the Palestinian identity with his beautiful depiction of cultural symbols. Find his on instagram: www.instagram.com/sliman.mansour Pictures from today's episode on www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod More on the podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2021-08-0646 min
Art IlluminatedDetailed Paintings with Rebecca CampbellRebecca Campbell lives and works in London. She trained as an illustrator and this has led to her unique, narrative style of work. Her paintings have been described as “delightful, enigmatic and highly imaginative. Pictures from the podcast on www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod and Rebecca's work: http://rebeccacampbell.co.uk/ + www.instagram.com/rebeccacampbellartist/ Podcast info: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2021-07-2935 min
Art IlluminatedContemporary Embroidery with Sarah K. BenningSarah K. Benning is an artist and DIY designer working within the realm of contemporary embroidery. She creates of one of a kind hand stitched artworks and thoughtfully designed DIY kits and digital embroidery patterns. More from Sarah: https://sarahkbenning.com/ and on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahkbenning/ Photos from the episode: https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod/ More about the podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast +
2021-07-2249 min
Art IlluminatedOttoman Illumination with Dilara Yarcı DinizDilara is a master Turkish illuminator who specialises in Ottoman illumination and painting with gold. Pictures from the episode on https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Dilara's website: https://www.dilarayarci.com/ Find Dilara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dilarayrc - Podcast details: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2021-07-1544 min
Art IlluminatedArabic Calligraphy with Soraya SyedSoraya Syed is a classically trained calligrapher, artist and filmmaker. She continually works to push the boundaries of what is expected from this traditional art form. She will tell you about her journey and how she pursued calligraphy and how the art of Islamic penmanship is a bridge between the spiritual and material, the visual and the verbal. Find out more about Soraya and the art of the pen: https://www.artofthepen.com/ + https://www.instagram.com/artofthepen/ More on the podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Images from this episode on www.instagram.com/ar...
2021-07-0844 min
Art IlluminatedMoroccan Geometry and Craft with Hamza El FasikiHamza El Fisiki comes from a long line of craftsmen and craftswomen in Morocco and after his Master’s Degree on Moroccan Cultural Studies, he embarked on a journey of rediscovery of the traditional craft of brass etching, book binding and the documentation of the rich Moroccan Geometry. More on the podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Find Hamza via: https://www.craftdraft.org/ + https://www.instagram.com/craft.draft.fez/ and http://moroccangeometry.com/ + https://www.instagram.com/moroccangeometry/
2021-07-0154 min
Art IlluminatedPostgraduate Education in Art & DesignI am nearly done with my PhD and this episode is a life update and then I give you a rundown on postgraduate eduction in art and design in the UK. www.islamicillumination.com/podcast + www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod
2021-06-2426 min
Art IlluminatedSeason 3 TrailerSeason 3 is starting and here's what I have planned for you! www.islamicillumination.com/podcast - www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod
2021-06-2403 min
Art IlluminatedBiomorphic patterns and crafts with Adam WilliamsonAdam Williamson is an Islamic pattern artist and sculptor and he tells us about how he started with arts and crafts and how he continues to thrive. We chat about the differences between Western and Eastern manuscripts, teaching online and scared patterns. Images from this episode are on https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Find Adam on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/AdamWilliamsonart/ Try one of his workshops: https://artofislamicpattern.com/ Pre-order the profound patterns book: https://artofislamicpattern.com/online-classes/book-profound-patterns/#/4 More on this podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2020-12-0933 min
Art IlluminatedHandmade Paper & Press with Lauren SmithLauren Smith from Lauren Ink tells us about her creative paper and press business. She shares her process of making handmade paper and how it started as an interest and it became a business. We also discuss, natural dyes, antique press machines and work/life balance as an artist working from home. Photos from this episode on: https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Find Lauren on Insta https://www.instagram.com/laurenink/ Try her handmade paper: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LaureninkArt More on this podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2020-12-0236 min
Art IlluminatedWeaving from the subconscious with Clare DudeneyClare Dudeney tells us about loom weaving, colour mixing in textiles, creating art from the subconscious and dreams. She also does collages and other type of arts and she moves seamlessly between the various media. She also talks about her experience with curating. Pictures from this episode: http://instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Podcast info: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Clare on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claredudeney/ Her website: http://claredudeney.com/
2020-11-2441 min
Art IlluminatedBookbinding with Moneeza KhanTraditional bookbinding is done by hand and Moneeza Khan from Lotus Blu Book Art tells us about he she started with it and grew her business. Her dual heritage has been one of her biggest inspirations. She shared her process and how an idea becomes a hand bound book! Episode's photos: www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Follow Monneza: https://www.instagram.com/lotusblubookart/ Place an order: https://www.lotusblubookart.com/stickers More about this podcast: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2020-11-1631 min
Art IlluminatedBasket Weaving with Tabara N'DiayeBasket weaving is a traditional craft and it was a way for Tabara to connect with her Senegalese heritage and she add a bright splash of colour and gave it a modern twist. In this episode, Tabara shares her story, goals and creativity in the world of basket weaving! Pictures for this episode on: instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Follow Tabara: https://www.instagram.com/labasketry/ Get one of her kits: https://labasketry.com/ Buy the Baskets book: https://amzn.to/38usbBX More about the show: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2020-11-1039 min
Art IlluminatedBook Conservation with Kristine Rose-BeersKristine Rose-Beers is the Head of Conservation at the Chester Beatty, Dublin and in this episode she shares her career path in conservation and some of the wonderful books she worked on and her role in protecting these historic gems. http://kristineroseacr.blogspot.com/ https://twitter.com/iamkristinesr Pictures on @artilluminatedpod - http://instagram.com/artilluminatedpod www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2020-10-2941 min
Art IlluminatedPainting Persian Carpets on Concrete with Jason SeifeJason Seife is known for his painted Persian carpets and this was a great, honest chat about his journey into the arts, exhibiting and his creative process from an idea to a completed art piece. Jason is preparing for a solo show with Unit gallery in London as well for hopefully the start of next year, so if you are in the UK this is a must-see! Checkout Jason's Work: https://www.jason-seife.com/ Jason's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/jasonseife Podcast Insta: @artilluminatedpod Podcast Link: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2020-10-161h 05
HandmadePigments with Esra AlhamalIn this episode, Anna Ploszajski talks to artist, podcaster, researcher and paint-maker Esra Alhamal about pigments.Follow Esra on Twitter, Instagram and check out her website. Check out Bristle and Brush on Instagram and on their website.Psst - the book by Joumana Medlej mentioned in this episode is called Inks & Paints of the Middle East.Support the podcast with a one-time donation here. Thanks for helping keep us going :)Thanks to Dave Shephard for our cover art, and Alex Lathbridge for the music mix.
2020-10-1638 min
Art IlluminatedChinoiserie and Silk Painting with Diane HillDiane Hill tells about how she combines bold with the Chinoiserie style and how she paints in the style on silk wallpaper. Her designs are featured in luxury interiors and even in the most luxurious car; Rolls Royce. Charity work and affordable art are also important to Diane and she tells us how she started doing both and how you can do it too if you like! Find Diane on Instagram @dianehilldesignand visit her website to support her work: www.dianehill.co.uk/ Pictures of this episode on @artilluminatedpod on instagram and www.i...
2020-10-0857 min
Art IlluminatedNatural Pigments and Stories of Colours with Dr. Ruth SiddallDr. Ruth Siddall tells us about pigments, natural dyes, lake pigments and how you can make your own plant based pigment from onions! We discuss colours and their origin in nature and their relationship in some cultures. We also chat about the Pigment Compendium, World Pigment Day and safety of using pigments and much more! World Pigment Day https://www.instagram.com/worldpigmentday/ https://www.ucl.ac.uk/~ucfbrxs/Homepage/rhome.html https://twitter.com/r_siddall More about the show: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Follow the show on instagram: @ArtIlluminatedPod https://www.instagram.com...
2020-10-0154 min
Art IlluminatedTatreez: Palestinian Embroidery with Wafa GhnaimPalestinian embroidery (known as Tatreez in Arabic) is very unique and in this episode you will learn why! Starting with the journey of Palestinian American artist Wafa from how she got funding to document this craft to the point where she left her private sector job to do tatreez full time. We talk about the story of Palestine via embroidery and how it is presented to the world in museums. Find Wafa on https://www.tatreezandtea.com/ and on @tatreezandtea on instagram Buy her book: https://amzn.to/301QEcW Sign up to the newsletter to b...
2020-09-2357 min
Art IlluminatedIslamic Geometry and Multiple Income Streams with Samira MianHere’s the first interview of season two and it’s with my good friend, artist and Islamic geometry educator @samira.mian ✨ . We chatted about Samira’s career path from banking to teaching and then to arts and how she joined her love of mathematics with arts by being self-employed artist and educator. She gave us some insight on types of geometric patterns and told us why wrong patterns occur. . We also chatted about the ins and outs of living as an artists and educator with the various income streams of teaching online and in person...
2020-09-161h 12
Art IlluminatedUncertain, but Good SummerSeason 2 is starting and this is a short solo episode to catch you up when I have been up to this summer and to tell you about some of the changes that are happening to the pod :) More about the show: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Follow the show on instagram: @ArtIlluminatedPod https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod
2020-09-0913 min
Art IlluminatedSeason One FinaleSign up to the newsletter to be notified when the second season is on www.islamicillumination.com/newsletter More about the show: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Follow the show on instagram: @ArtIlluminatedPod https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod
2020-06-0513 min
Art IlluminatedIndian Miniatures and Exhibiting Solo with Elisabeth DeanElisabeth's journey from an academic in the arts to a secondary school teacher to being a full-time award wining professional artist who exhibited her work solo in London. We also talk about Indian miniature and her advice to other artists. More about the show: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Follow the show on instagram: @ArtIlluminatedPod https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Elisabeth Dean's website: https://elisabethdeane.com/ Elisabeth Dean's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisadeane/
2020-05-2934 min
Art IlluminatedStaying Creative in the month of RamadanFour tips to stay creative this month even with fasting and other tasks. More about the show: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Follow the show on instagram: @ArtIlluminatedPod https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Contributions from: @olaalanqar, @space_pigeon_, @naseeba.khader, and @seharshahzad Mentioned zoom lessons are by @artofislamicpattern
2020-05-1015 min
Art IlluminatedDigital Illustrations and Women Charities with Sakina SaidiSakina Saidi is a French Moroccan illustrator based in London and her illustrations are about women and promoting equality and sisterhood. She tells us about how she started as a creative and her switch from a career in graphic design into illustration including ways of making an income from art. We spoke about women charities and how she works with them for positive change. More about the show: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Follow the show on instagram: @ArtIlluminatedPod https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Sakina’s website | Sakina on Instagram @heyimsakina
2020-04-2957 min
Art IlluminatedTraditional Arabic Calligraphy and theft of artwork with Maaida NoorArtist Maaida Noor is a traditional Arabic calligraphy and watercolour artist who loves to mix the old and the new and she does it so precisely and beautifully. She shares about her journey learning Arabic calligraphy in London and Istanbul, her creative process, working with luxury brands and how she dealt with her art being stolen and mass produced. Episode info on: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast and on @Artilluminatedpod on insta! Find Maaida on insta: https://www.instagram.com/maaidanoor and check her website: https://maaidanoor.com/
2020-04-151h 00
Art IlluminatedEgg Tempera Painting and Portraits of refugees and survivors with Hand Rose ThomasEgg Tempera Painting technique and inspirations, Portraits of refugees, giving a voice to religious minority survivors and applying for art funding with Hand Rose Thomas. Pictures of work mentioned on episode could be found on instagram @ArtIlluminatedPod or on the blog: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Hannah's Website http://hannahrosethomas.com/ Hannah's Instagram @hannahrosethomas
2020-04-0257 min
Art IlluminatedDigital Arabic Calligraphy with Jamal MasarwaQuick Coronavirus update, golden flower challenge and an interview with Palestinian artist Jamal Masarwa about Arabic digital calligraphy, representing women in arts, Arabian celebrities, creative process, moving to London and working from home. More about the show: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Follow the show on instagram: @ArtIlluminatedPod https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Jamal's insta: https://www.instagram.com/jamalmas/ Jamal's Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/artboutiqueonline Firouz's song that we mentioned: زعلي طول انا وياك https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPTImhYewDQ & the art inspired by it https://www.etsy.com/uk...
2020-03-2136 min
Art IlluminatedIndian Miniature and Learning from a Master in IndiaAnita Chowdry is a visual artist, researcher and educator based in London. She studied with Indian traditional masters and developed her own style in miniature and illumination. In this episode, we talk about her journey as an artist and her creative process in making her artwork. She also mentions the process of making malachite paint from pigment and the relationship between arts and sciences. More about the show: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Follow the show on instagram: @ArtIlluminatedPod https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Anita's Website: https://anitachowdry.co.uk/ A...
2020-03-041h 11
Art IlluminatedPersian Miniature and Coping Work from History with Anahita AlaviPersian miniature is a beautiful field of traditional Islamic arts that has developed and practiced for centuries. In this episode, I speak to Anahita Alavi, who practices this art work and teaches the traditional skills for students who are interested. We chatted about the traditional art education in Iran, what makes a painting a miniature and the necessity of copying work from history and reproducing art piece from the master. More about the show: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Follow the show on instagram: @ArtIlluminatedPod https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Anahita's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/
2020-02-2844 min
Art IlluminatedUnderwater Photography & the Arab British identity with EstabrakEstabrak is an award winning, multi-disciplinary Visual Artist & Film Maker. We spoke about how she started in the arts even when her parents resisted the idea of her being an artist and how she forged her way in the industry until she got art residencies locally and abroad. Her work in underwater photography is remarkable and she shares a lot of the details from a concept and limited resources to a success. We also got a little political since that's one of the elements that drive Estabrak's work: http://www.estabrak.org/ and on Insta: https://www.instagram.com...
2020-02-121h 00
Art IlluminatedIslamic Tiles: Luster, Mosaic & Cuerda SecaIslamic Tiles book: https://amzn.to/2uaBtl9 Monthly Workshops: https://www.islamicillumination.com/workshops Lustre Tiles: Kashan Tiles https://www.islamicillumination.com/blog/lustre-tiles-kashan-tiles Traditional Islamic Ceramic Tiles https://www.islamicillumination.com/blog/making-ceramic-islamic-tiles-inspired-from-islamic-art More about the show: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Follow the show on instagram: @ArtIlluminatedPod https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod
2020-02-0516 min
Art IlluminatedIslamic Geometry with Richard HenryIslamic geometry has changed Richard's life in way he didn't expect and he tells us all about it in this episode. We also discuss the relationship of Islamic geometric patterns and spirituality plus much more. More about the show: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Follow the show on instagram: @ArtIlluminatedPod https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Richard Henry's website: http://artofislamicpattern.com/ Richard Henry's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofislamicpattern/ https://www.instagram.com/richardhenryart/
2020-01-2939 min
Art IlluminatedPersian Mythical Creatures and Printmaking with Mohammad BarrangiMohammad Barrangi is an Iranian artist and Paralympic athlete. This is a quick chat with him about his art process, his life as a runner and his move from Iran to the UK. Episode info and images on: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Mo on insta: https://www.instagram.com/mohammad.barrangi Mo's Website: https://www.mobarrangi.com/ Follow the pod's insta for images and updates: https://instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Find Esra (the host) on https://instagram.com/islamicillumination
2020-01-2215 min
Art IlluminatedSyrian Art and Arabian Miniature Painting with Yasmin HayatMore about the show: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast Follow the show on instagram: @ArtIlluminatedPod https://www.instagram.com/artilluminatedpod Yasmin Hayat website: https://www.yasminhayat.com/ Yasmin Hayat instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasmin_hayat/ Pictures for Yasmin Hayat's Art
2020-01-0854 min
Art IlluminatedChallenges and achievements of 2019 + Setting Art Goals for 2020 2019 Achievement @1.57 2019 Wins @11.27 How to set art goals to achieve what you want? @17.22 Hopes & dreams for 2020 @23.00 Mentions on this episode: Art of Islamic Illumination Online Course Monthly Art Newsletter Samira's Islamic geometry Feedback, comments and chats on Pod Instagram @artilluminatedpod Art Instagram @islamicillumination Art Twitter @islamictezhip More info: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast
2020-01-0125 min
Art IlluminatedDigital Islamic Arts with Sara ChoudhreySara Choudhrey is a London-based artist and researcher, using an investigative process to explore themes of space and place. Episode info and images: www.islamicillumination.com/podcast-blog/ep7
2019-12-1837 min
Art Illuminated1001 Nights, Floating Islands, Curating and Perfect Brushes with Vaishali PrazmariVaishali Prazmari shares her creative process, the floating island project she worked on for her MA and the 1001 nights project for her PhD. It's an interesting chat about the East, West, contemporary and ancient. We also talk about how she curated two group shows and the advice she has if you want to do the same. We end the chat talking about the perfect brushes to paint and the ones she makes! Brushes: https://www.theperfectbrush.co.uk/shop Website: https://www.vaishaliprazmari.co.uk/
2019-12-1149 min
Art IlluminatedNatural Pigments in Traditional Arts Natural pigments from definition to process and making into watercolour. Natural Painting Pigments- blog post Books and shops mentioned in this episode Instagram @islamicillumination | Twitter @islamictezhip
2019-12-0419 min
Art IlluminatedPersian Miniatures and Pigments with Mobeen AkhtarMobeen tells us about her creative process painting her beautiful miniatures that are based on the traditional Persian practice. She also shares her knowledge on pigments. Find Mobeen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_mobeenakhtar_/ Episode pictures and information: http://islamicillumination.com/podcast-blog/persian-miniatures-and-pigments-with-mobeen-akhtar Hana Louise Shahnavaz https://www.instagram.com/hanaalchemyart/
2019-11-2641 min
Art IlluminatedArabic Calligraphy and being a full time artist with Joumana MedlejJoumana Medlej is an Arabic calligrapher and a full time artist based in London and in this episode we discuss her apprenticeship with a master calligrapher until she became a practicing calligrapher herself. We chat about pigments, handmade paints and what it takes to be a fully practicing artist and the possible revenue streams. Joumana’s Website Joumana’s Instagram Joumana’s Twitter Support Joumana on Patreon
2019-11-1853 min
Art IlluminatedArt of Islamic IlluminationArt of Islamic illumination is the art applied to manuscripts and it is very important in the Islamic lands and it has a long and beautiful history. In this episode, you will learn more about this art form, when it started and how it continued to grow. More info: www.islamicillumination.com Sign up for Esra’s workshops -mostly in the UK- www.islamicillumination.com/worshops Get in touch with Esra on instagram: www.instagram.com/islamicillumination and on twitter: www.twitter.com/islamictezhip
2019-11-1109 min
Art IlluminatedDefinition of Islamic art and patternsIslamic art is a huge filed of study and it is still considered a new area to research. Since this is a podcast about contemporary practice informed by traditional art, I wanted to discuss the traditional art I practice and study first, which is Islamic art. In this episode, I will share some of my research with you about what really is Islamic art and the terms that are used. Books mentioned: Islamic Art by Barbra Brend, 1994 Islamic Art and Spirituality by Seyyed Hossein Naser, 1987 What is Islamic architecture anyway? Nasser Ra...
2019-11-0610 min
Art IlluminatedArt Illuminated Podcast TrailerArt Illuminated is a podcast about contemporary art inspired by traditional art and artists from MENA. This trailer will introduce you to your host Esra Alhamal. https://www.islamicillumination.com Find Esra on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/islamicillumination/ or on twitter: https://twitter.com/islamictezhip
2019-11-0502 min
The Big Travel Podcast73. The Arabian Wanderess, Esra Alhamal; Iran, Morocco, Eastern Europe and Mindful Muslim Millennial TravelKnown as the Arabian Wandress, travel blogger and artist Esra Alhamal is this week’s guest talking about what it’s really like to grow up as a female in Saudi Arabia, the beauty of Islamic architecture and her travels as what she calls a Muslim Millennial travelling mindfully around the globe.
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2019-07-2439 min