Workshops on traditional Iranian decorative art to be held in Ashgabat
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Ashgabat will host workshops on the traditional Iranian art of fabric painting and ornamentation. The programme starts on 23 November 2026 and includes 12 practical sessions, totalling 30 academic hours. Participants will explore the history and features of Iranian decorative patterns, learn…
The Cultural Centre of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Turkmenistan will organise workshops dedicated to the traditional Iranian art of painting and ornamentation on fabric.
Iranian instructor Zahra Sadat Hosseinizade will introduce participants to the distinctive features of this ancient craft, its traditional techniques and contemporary artistic approaches.
The training programme will begin on November 23, 2026. The course comprises a total of 30 academic hours and includes 12 practical sessions, each lasting 2.5 hours. It is designed both for beginners taking their first steps in this field and for those with experience in decorative and applied arts.
During the sessions, participants will learn about the history of Iranian ornamental art, as well as the distinctive features and philosophy behind its patterns. They will also master basic and advanced techniques for applying colours to different types of fabric. Under the instructor’s guidance, participants will have the opportunity to create their own original works of art.
The workshops will take place at the Cultural Centre of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Turkmenistan, located at 100 Magtymguly Avenue, Ashgabat.