Workshop: Painting Ceramic Coffee Cup with Babanakkaş Pattern

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Workshop: Painting Ceramic Coffee Cup with Babanakkaş Pattern

Date: Thursday, 1 October 2024
Time: 6 – 9 pm
Duration: 3 hours
Fee: £75 (includes all materials)
*** To avoid the Eventbrite fee, please make your payment via bank transfer using the details provided below, and email your payment receipt to londra@yee.org.tr

Bank Name: Metro Bank Tottenham Court Road

Account Name: Yunus Emre Institute

Sort Code: 23-05-80

Account Number: 21902772

Reference: Your Full Name

Entry Requirement: Please click the link below. Fill in and sign the registration form and send it to us via londra@yee.org.tr
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Class Size: Min. 5 – Max.12 Students
Instructor: Nagihan Seymour
Location: 10 Maple Street W1T 5HA (Nearest tube stations: Warren Street and Goodge Street)

Entry Requirements:

You must be 16+ to attend the course.

Students are required to complete the form to register successfully.

Whether you are an aspiring artist, a lover of traditional arts, or simply curious about Ottoman culture, this course is perfect for you. Join us and unlock your creativity as you immerse yourself in the captivating world of Iznik Cini Painting.

Course Overview

Celebrate International Coffee Day with our FACE-to-FACE Ceramic Coffee Cup Painting Workshop, featuring the Babanakkaş pattern. Led by renowned artist Nagihan Seymour, this workshop will take you on a journey through the history and art of traditional İznik ceramics and their connection to the Ottoman era.

Iznik pottery is named after the town of Iznik in western Anatolia where it was first made. From the last quarter of the 15th century until the end of the 17th century, this decorated ceramic was one of the most important decorative materials embellishing Ottoman structures ranging from palaces to mosques. Babanakkas was the head Nakkas (Artist) of the Ottoman Palace in the 15/16th Century. Baba Nakkas has given this period his name with his new styles and techniques.

The fig leaves, different mushroom motifs and flowers like Lily were used by Baba Nakkas both in Tezhip and on ceramics such as bowls, jugs, and vases.

During this workshop, you will first be introduced to all the materials and their uses. After becoming acquainted with the materials, you will be shown painting techniques in the Baba Nakkash style and will paint your own Turkish Coffee Cup which can be used as espresso cup as well.

Assessment / Outcome

Participants will receive feedback throughout the workshop and paint their own cup with saucer accordingly. Following the class, the instructor will glaze and fire the finished works in a kiln. The attendees will be able to collect their work from the Yunus Emre Institute London once they are ready.

Methods of Teaching

The course will be taught according to the traditional training and the educational model used in Istanbul, which has remained largely unchanged for hundreds of years.

Required Equipment & Materials

All materials will be provided by the Institute.

Disclaimer

• Please understand, whilst every care is taken in firing your work, ceramics can be subject to cracking during firing.
• The course is primarily taught in English, but some terminology may be in Turkish. Your instructor will clarify any terms or concepts as needed during the class.
• Some classes may require specific equipment or materials. Please check the workshop requirements beforehand to ensure you have everything you need to fully participate.
• For your safety and comfort, we recommend avoiding wearing loose clothing, especially items with large cuffs and neckties, during classes.
• While the Cultural Institute strives to maintain a safe learning environment, students are reminded that they are solely responsible for the security of their personal belongings. The Institute assumes no liability for any loss or damage to personal items incurred during course activities.
• The Cultural Institute endeavors to maintain a conducive learning environment by ensuring that courses meet a minimum enrollment. If this requirement is not met by the end of the registration period, the Institute reserves the right to cancel the course/ workshop one day prior to its scheduled start. In such cases, any course fees paid by enrolled students will be promptly refunded in full. Refunds will be processed to the student’s designated bank account, unless the course was purchased online, in which case refunds will be issued via PayPal.
• Classes/workshops may be subject to cancellation or rescheduling based on unforeseen circumstances. We will make every effort to notify you in advance and offer alternative arrangements if possible. We advise students to keep two weeks free from the course end date.
• Applicants can withdraw their application without incurring any charges up until the commencement date of the workshop. No refunds will be issued for withdrawals made after the day of the workshop.
• Photography and videos may be taken during classes for archival and promotional purposes. Your participation in the class implies consent for us to use these materials. If you prefer not to be photographed or filmed, please inform your instructor.
• Your feedback is valuable to us. If you have any suggestions or concerns regarding the class structure or content, please feel free to discuss them with your instructor, the administrative staff or the coordinator.

By enrolling in the course, students acknowledge their understanding and acceptance of the aforementioned terms and conditions.

If you have any questions or queries, please direct them to us on londra@yee.org.tr