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Crafting Light Workshop

Turkish Mosaic Candle Holder and Tealight Candle Making

Two-day workshop | March 23 & 30, 2025

1–4 pm

Price: $150 Regular | $135 Friends

Ages: 16+

Please note that this is a two-day workshop on December 8 and 15 — your registration grants access to both sessions.

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Discover the transformative role of light in art in this two-day workshop.

Inspired by the Museum’s Collections and temporary exhibition, Light: Visionary Perspectives, this hands-on workshop will journey through the intricate art of Turkish mosaic design, taking a close look at exquisite examples of decorative patterns as well as diverse glass lamps. In this workshop, you will explore traditional techniques and the cultural significance of light in Islamic art as you create your own beautiful mosaic candle holder and personalized tea light candles. 

 

This workshop will be led by experienced Museum Educators from our Education and Public Engagement Department. Skilled facilitators and visual artists, the instructors bring a wealth of knowledge of cultural traditions and artistic techniques.

Workshop Schedule

Day One

Sunday, March 23 | 1–4 pm

Exhibition tour — Light: Visionary Perspectives

Session one of candle holder design and decoration

 

Day Two

Sunday, March 30 | 1–4 pm

Session two and completion of candle holder (grouting)

Tour of Museum Collections Gallery

Tealight candle making