Introduction to Arabesque Decoration in Islamic Art – Short Course – October to December 2026

Course Description

This course provides a practical introduction to Rumi ornamentation, which is one of the most important decorative elements in Seljuk, Ottoman, and gilding arts.
Participants learn about its historical origins and formal characteristics,
And they are trained to analyse and draw its units, and to apply symmetry, repetition and rhythm.

Period September–December 2026.
Course Language: Arabic.
Course duration: 27 training hours.
Duration: 9 sessions, at three hours per session.

Attendance time

The appointment Thursday, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm.

Attendance dates:
October 2026: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; November 2026: 5, 12, 19; December 2026: 10.

This course is available on a single attendance date only.

Fees

Base price 810 UAE dirhams.
Early bird price: 675 UAE dirhams.
Early booking ends: 21 September 2026.

Objectives and Outcomes

• Understanding the history and characteristics of Rumi ornamentation.
• Draw the basic units and analyse their structure.
• Application of symmetry, repetition, and rhythm.
• Set up a simple and balanced decorative arrangement.

About the Teacher

Namariq Ali is an artist and researcher specialising in traditional Islamic arts, gilding and manuscript illumination,
Her educational approach combines historical knowledge with practical application.

Location:
In person in Fujairah – the School of Calligraphy and Ornamentation.

Certificate
A minimum of 90% of training hours must be attended.

Refund Policy
All fees are non-refundable upon completion of registration.