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About The School of Traditional Arts

The School exists to ensure that traditional arts and skills enrich our changing world. We offer courses suitable for anyone interested in traditional arts.

Student pictured working at The School of Traditional Arts, painting and item

Our ethos

The School of Traditional Arts blends theory with practice, empowering students to create timeless works rooted in cultural heritage and craftsmanship.

Our methodology

Research here intertwines with artistic practice, fostering creative insight, cultural continuity, and a transformative approach to traditional arts.

Our students

Students at the School find their experience transformative, deepening their understanding of nature’s order, enriching our programs, and becoming ambassadors who revitalise traditional arts.

Why we teach geometry

We recognise geometry as the link between all the sacred and traditional arts, which is why its importance is emphasised throughout educational programmes.

Jordan, Minbar

Publications

We profile a range of publications related to the traditional arts – either from our own students and alumni, or from our partners and research colleagues.

Students share their ideas with Khaled Azzam

Our team

Our team of highly-skilled and passionate tutors, supervisors and colleagues make the School the rewarding and unique experience it is.

Painting by Sobia Naz
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