The Decorative Page: Middle Eastern Miniature Painting

Persian and Middle Eastern painting has a design and rhythm all its own.Organic patterns and designs interwine with a symmetry that forms patterns that can be seen not only in illumination in books and manuscripts but also in homes and decor such as rugs and tile work. Artist M'aral received her degree in traditional carpet-making techniques and design and has been using her skill and knowledge to create amazing works on paper which is a modern twist to historic illuminations and miniatures found in books in history. Join her for a free beginner lesson on how to get started on this amazing art form. For ages 18 and up.

Supplies:

• Gouache and watercolor paints
• Variety of brushes
• Paperboard
• Graphpaper
• Matt board (which will be used to paint on)