About
The King’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts is delighted to offer a unique five-day workshop led by three talented ceramic artists—graduates of the Jameel House of Traditional Arts in Cairo. On this course, participants will explore the rich ornamental traditions of Mamluk-era Cairo through drawing and ceramic painting.
You’ll begin by learning how to construct geometric patterns and biomorphic motifs inspired by traditional designs. Over the following days, you’ll apply these skills to create a hand-painted ceramic tile border, guided by expert tutors who share their unique insights to blending traditional design with contemporary craft.
Whether you’re a designer, artist, or enthusiast, this workshop offers a rare opportunity to engage with Cairo’s artistic heritage through hands-on making and creative exploration.
Key Information
Who is this workshop for?
All levels of ability and experience welcome. You must be aged 18 or over to participate in our programmes.
How many people can attend?
20 people
What days/times do I attend?
Mon – Fri, 17 – 21 November 2025, 10:00 – 16:30
What materials do I need?
Students are asked to provide:
- TBC
Wear comfortable clothing that you do not mind getting slightly messy. Avoid wearing baggy clothing (especially sleeves), loose jewellery, high heels or open-toed shoes.
Where will this course take place?
This course will take place at our studios at The King’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts, 19-22 Charlotte Road, London EC2A 3SG.
FAQs
Do you offer concessions?
Yes, we offer concessions for Seniors/60+, full-time students and people who are unemployed/in receipt of benefits.
Concessions cannot be applied in retrospect. To receive a concession, please apply via our online form. We will then send you a discount code to use when booking your space.
Terms & Conditions
The School reserves the right to discontinue or suspend a Course up to fourteen (14) calendar days before the advertised start date of the Course. This course requires a minimum number of enrollments to run.
Our normal terms and conditions apply.
Tutor Biographies
Nada Al-Kaderi
Nada Al-Kaderi is a Cairo-based ceramics artist whose work blends traditional Islamic art with contemporary design. After studying ceramics at the Jameel House of Traditional Arts, she discovered a passion for painting and intricate illustration rooted in historical and cultural aesthetics.
Since graduating in 2023, she has developed her practice through commissioned projects and reproductions of historical pieces. A regular exhibitor at the annual Atelier Jameel Christmas show, Nada aims to expand her creative work while promoting the preservation of traditional craftsmanship.
Esraa Badawy
Esraa Badawy Hasan is an architect and product designer by training, and the founder of Esraa Badawy Ceramic Studio, Cairo, a brand dedicated to hand-crafted ceramic art pieces. At the studio she creates handmade tiles and home décor items inspired by the forms of natures and Cairo’s artistic heritage, blending traditional craftsmanship with a contemporary artistic vision.
Alongside academic background in architecture, she furthered her studies in the Free Studies Programme at the Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University, which helped to shape her artistic sensibility. Before graduating from the Jameel House of Traditional Arts in 2024, where she developed a deeper appreciation for traditional design principles and techniques that continue to influence her work.
Ayaa Hamada
Ayaa Hamada is a Cairo-based ceramics artist and self-taught illustrator working from her studio in El-Fustat since 2018. A graduate of the Jameel House of Traditional Arts, she combines traditional techniques with contemporary expression. From 2019 to 2021, she worked as a ceramic designer at the Replica Production Unit, affiliated with Egypt’s Ministry of Antiquities.
Ayaa is also an experienced educator, having taught Islamic geometric patterns at the Egyptian Cultural and Educational Bureau in London and at Bayt El-Razzaz in Cairo. She led art workshops for women and children at Bayt Yakan, a historic house in El-Darb El-Ahmar. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Communication and Electronics Engineering from Helwan University.
