Topics:

• Significance of hexagonal structures in Islamic art
• How to construct a 6-pointed star pattern
• Techniques for tessellating hexagonal designs

Practical Activity:

• Step-by-step creation of a 6-pointed star pattern
• Applying tessellation techniques

Topics:

• Historical and architectural use of octagonal designs
• The 8-pointed star in Ottoman and Seljuk architecture
• Composition rules and detailing techniques

Practical Activity:

• Drawing an 8-pointed star pattern
• Exploring color and shading techniques

Topics:

• The role of 12-fold symmetry in Andalusian and Persian art
• Advanced circle division techniques
• Constructing geometric grids

Practical Activity:

• Creating a 12-pointed star pattern
• Experimenting with interwoven designs

Topics:

• Analysis of 16-pointed star motifs
• Large-scale applications in tilework and stone carvings
• Studies in symmetry and proportion

Practical Activity:

• Step-by-step drawing of a 16-pointed star
• Exploring different composition techniques

Topics:

• Mathematical structure of Girih knotwork patterns
• Persian Girih motifs and their historical significance
• Creating seamless interlocking designs

Practical Activity:

• Drawing Girih patterns manually or digitally
• Experimenting with interwoven designs

Topics:

• What is Muqarnas, and how is it structured?
• Three-dimensional surface decoration
• Shading techniques for depth and realism

Practical Activity:

• Constructing a basic Muqarnas pattern
• Digital Muqarnas design exploration

Topics:

• The fusion of Kufic calligraphy and geometry
• Kufic script in geometric pattern formation
• Minimalist Islamic art techniques

Practical Activity:

• Creating Kufic-inspired patterns
• Exploring both digital and hand-drawn variations

Topics:

• Zellige patterns in Andalusian and Moroccan architecture
• Composition of multi-colored geometric designs
• Understanding color theory and harmony

Practical Activity:

• Constructing a Zellige pattern
• Applying colors and textures

Topics:

• The history of Ottoman ceramic tile patterns
• Geometric forms in traditional Iznik tilework
• Application techniques on ceramics

Practical Activity:

• Drawing an Ottoman tile pattern
• Coloring and embellishing designs

Topics:

• Creating an original pattern design
• Integrating symmetry, composition, and embellishment techniques
• Working with both digital and traditional mediums

Practical Activity:

• Designing and coloring your final artwork

Topics:

• Student project presentations and critiques
• Guidance for further studies in geometric art
• Certification process and portfolio development

Final Project Submission:

• Showcasing completed projects and receiving feedback