The Islamic Arts Biennale, in its second edition under the theme "And All That Is In Between," held at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, continues to offer a unique cultural experience, giving visitors and participants the chance to explore traditional and contemporary Islamic art through a series of interactive workshops. The biennale's accompanying cultural program aims to strengthen cultural exchange, develop creative skills, and revive handicrafts and Islamic arts through modern, innovative approaches.

Diverse Workshops Blending Heritage and Innovation

🔹 "Let's Build Our Mosques Together", aimed at children aged 9 to 14 as part of the "Biennale After School" program, introducing them to the principles of Islamic architectural design by building three-dimensional models of mosques, helping them understand Islamic architecture and the impact of light and symmetry in design.

🔹 "Miniature Clay Sculptures", a fun family experience where participants learn sculpting and artistic innovation techniques by designing miniature furniture pieces inspired by nature, combining artistic and technical skills.

🔹 "Islamic Calligraphy: The Pen Is Mightier Than the Sword", a unique experience combining Arabic calligraphy and traditional Chinese arts, where participants discover the secrets of Arabic letters and the techniques used to create paintings and Quranic manuscripts, while learning about the traditional tools and materials used in this ancient art form.

🔹 "A Session in the Darkroom", a workshop for photography enthusiasts, offering a rich experience covering the stages of developing film and printing photos in a traditional style, helping to revive the art of analog photography.

🔹 "Designing Furnishings Inspired by Islamic Art", an innovative experience using artificial intelligence to design artistic furniture pieces reflecting the aesthetics of Islamic ornamentation, allowing participants to explore new ways of designing furnishings creatively and digitally.

🔹 "Generative Art in Islamic Patterns", a distinctive workshop that lets participants learn how to turn Islamic patterns into digital artworks using artificial intelligence techniques, opening new horizons for digital creativity and expanding the concepts of contemporary Islamic art.

An Inspiring Cultural Experience for All Ages

The cultural program at the Islamic Arts Biennale is an innovative educational platform that combines tradition and modernity, offering participants of all ages the chance to explore Islamic art through a variety of techniques and approaches. Those wishing to attend the interactive workshops and panel discussions can find more details on the official website: biennale.org.sa.