Light, Pattern & Plaster: Islamic Gypsum Craft

About this course

The workshop explores gypsum craft as used in Islamic architectural spaces. Participants develop an original window design, transfer it onto gypsum, and use carving and cutting techniques to shape the surface. Teaching combines historical context with practical making sessions, including traditional gypsum casting and the selection and installation of coloured glass elements. The course culminates in an individual A3 gypsum window that combines established craft methods with the participant’s own design.

What you'll learn

• Apply traditional gypsum casting methods
• Develop and transfer a window design onto gypsum
• Use carving and cutting techniques in gypsum
• Install coloured glass elements within a gypsum window
• Explain the historical use of gypsum in Islamic architectural spaces

Is this course right for you?

The course is labelled All Levels and is intended for participants with different levels of prior experience. It involves practical workshop sessions, individual design development and sustained making across the course.