{"product_id":"new-islamic-art-persian-illumination","title":"NEW! Islamic Art: Persian Illumination","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTutor - Neda Mohammad Nejad\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1-day workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFriday 17 July 2026, 10.30am - 4.30pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: black; background-color: transparent; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; border-color: black;\" dir=\"auto\" data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003eStep into the luminous world of Persian illumination, a refined art form that has adorned manuscripts, poetry and sacred texts for centuries. Rooted in Iran’s rich artistic heritage, it combines intricate geometry, flowing floral motifs and symbolic patterns layered with meaning and harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: black; background-color: transparent; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; border-color: black;\" dir=\"auto\" data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: black; background-color: transparent; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; border-color: black;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eIn this hands-on workshop, you will explore both the techniques and the cultural significance behind these designs. Guided step by step, you will create your own illuminated composition using gouache and fine brushes, experiencing the \u003cspan\u003ecalm focus and meditative rhythm that define this timeless tradition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: black; background-color: transparent; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; border-color: black;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease wear clothes suitable for an art studio, and be aware that you will need to take work away with you at the end of the session (please bring a plastic bag or similar, as some work may still be slightly damp). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVenue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis class will be taking place at the RWA Drawing School Studio, Royal West of England Academy, BS8 1PX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"xmsonormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuying as a gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"xmsonormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen buying a course or workshop you will be automatically emailed a confirmation which you can print off and include in a card for your loved one. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rwa.org.uk\/collections\/shop\/products\/gift-voucher\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGift vouchers\u003c\/a\u003e can also be bought if you aren't sure which course they would prefer. Please email us the name and email address of the person attending on \u003ca href=\"mailto:drawingschool@rwa.org.uk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edrawingschool@rwa.org.uk \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"xmsonormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubscribe to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.rwa.org.uk\/pages\/rwa-drawing-school-e-newsletter-sign-up\" title=\"Link to Sign up to the Drawing School newsletter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrawing School newsletter\u003c\/a\u003e to be first to know about our latest classes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore booking we ask everyone please read our updated Terms and Conditions below.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticipants must be 18 or over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf eligible, discounts must be applied when first purchasing your class and cannot be given retrospectively. Please contact us if the discount code is not working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a disability, learning difficulty or mental health issue which you feel may affect your participation in your chosen class, please either email drawingschool@rwa.org.uk or call \u003ca href=\"tel:07745694563\"\u003e07745694563\u003c\/a\u003e, prior to booking, so we are aware of any needs you may have and can make suitable accommodations if required\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefund\/transfer and Cancellation Policy:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWe are unable to offer full or part cash refunds, but you are eligible for an RWA gift voucher or transfer, \u003cspan\u003eminus an admin fee*, provided you notify us more than 14 days before the start of your class \u003c\/span\u003ewith us.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf we cancel a course or workshop for any reason, then participants will be offered a different date, course\/workshop or RWA gift voucher. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Admin fee for courses £25, Admin fee for workshops £15\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"4024 - Drawing School","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42592052183111,"sku":"Summer 2026","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2297\/4037\/files\/IMG_9615_1.jpg?v=1773141386","url":"https:\/\/www.rwa.org.uk\/products\/new-islamic-art-persian-illumination","provider":"RWA Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}