Pottery
Al Jalila Cultural Centre for Children Pottery & Sculpture Studio is one of the most interactive departments which received more than 2,000 visitors over the years ranging from seven-year-old children to adults of various ages and specialties. The studio is a creative space for artists of all ages to explore all the different pottery and sculpture techniques.
The studio offers specialized courses in hand building, pottery on the wheel, sculpture, mold making and casting under the supervision of specialized artists with extensive experience in the field. The courses are designed for children, families and adults to provide the best experience possible in all aspects regarding time, atmosphere, research, and space.
Pottery on the Wheel 1
Spinning the wheel, getting your hands muddy and learning the basics of centering and pottery-making can be a very meditative experience where the end result is a piece of art beyond your imagination.
Pottery on the Wheel 2
Spinning the wheel, getting your hands muddy and learning the basics of centering and pottery-making can be a very meditative experience where the end result is a piece of art beyond your imagination.
Hand Building 1 with Kamal AlZoubi
In this workshop children will explore the different techniques of sculpting as an introduction to the art of pottery.
Hand Building 2 with Kamal Al Zoubi
In this workshop children will explore the different techniques of sculpting as an introduction to the art of pottery.
Hand Building 1 with Eman Alhashemi
In this workshop children will explore the different techniques of sculpting as an introduction to the art of pottery.
Hand Building 1 with Eman Alhashemi
In this workshop children will explore the different techniques of sculpting as an introduction to the art of pottery.
Mold Making with Eman Alhashemi
In this workshop children will explore the different techniques of Mold Making.
Pottery for Adults with Kamal AlZoubi
This is a comprehensive workshop where participants can learn all different techniques of pottery making like throwing on the wheel, hand building, mud ropes and many more.
Pottery for Adults with Kamal AlZoubi
This is a comprehensive workshop where participants can learn all different techniques of pottery making like throwing on the wheel, hand building, mud ropes and many more.
Pottery for Adults with Eman Alhashemi
This is a comprehensive workshop where participants can learn all different techniques of pottery making like throwing on the wheel, hand building, mud ropes and many more.
Fashion
With fashion becoming a leading force in the UAE, Al Jalila Cultural Centre for Children aims to strengthen the fashion industry by offering a space for designers to learn all the basic foundations of fashion design and textiles. Designers as young as 10 years old will have the opportunity to begin fine tuning the necessary skills to pursue this art form as a future career.
Pattern Drafting 1 “How to make a Skirt”
In fashion design, a pattern is the template from which the parts of a garment are being cut out and assembled. Take the first step toward being your own designer. In this course the students learn to draft stylish skirt patterns, choose adequate material, cut the material to measure and use independently the sawing machine to make their first skirt.
Tie Dye and T-Shirt Manipulation Workshop
With this workshop, the students will learn how to fold, swirl and scrunch fabrics to make amazing patterns and effects. They will also learn about how to mix colors and choose a palette for the best results.
Pattern Drafting 2 “How to make a dress”
In fashion design, a pattern is the template from which the parts of a garment are being cut out and assembled. Take the first step toward being your own designer. In this course the students learn to draft stylish dress patterns, choose adequate material, cut the material to measure and use independently the sawing machine to make their dress.
Embroidery Workshop
A fun and relaxing hand embroidery workshop, in which the students will learn the basic stitches while working on a design of their choice. They’ll also discuss hoops, needles, floss, and fabric and some options for finishing and hanging their completed piece.
Printmaking
Al Jalila Cultural Centre for Children’s Printmaking studio is a creative space dedicated to providing a tailor made program within one of the oldest and most essential fields in the world of Art. From Intaglio and Relief to stencil printing, the studio offers all the available techniques utilizing expert knowledge and professional machinery.
The studio aims to target passionate and talented young artists and equip them with the skills and know-how in order for them to pursue and develop their own creative styles. This will in-turn raise awareness about printmaking and contribute to the art culture in the UAE.
This creative space will allow for the creation of art, books, stationery, and packaging using recycled and handmade materials.
Lino Cut Beginners
In This course, participants will be introduced to basic lino cutting techniques and how to create different prints using various tools such as, lino‐cut linoleum, carving tools, printing ink, brayers, trays, and waterbased inks.
Silk Screen Printing
This course in screen printing with emphasis on stencils, layering and photo emulsion processes. Participants will gain knowledge in different techniques and will produce original handmade prints using different methods.
Woodcut Printing Beginners
In This course, participants will be introduced to basic wood cut techniques and how to create different prints using various tools such as, carving tools, printing ink, brayers, trays, and waterbased inks.
Music
We offer a supportive, friendly yet focused environment. Our interactive curriculum is designed to develop your child’s musical skills in addition to visual, auditory and kinesthetic brain functions from an early age. This is delivered through a mixture of individual, ensemble, and group lessons. Build and program your own robots, make video games and indulge in a world of innovation.
One to One – 30 minutes
We currently teach violin, viola, cello, trumpet, trombone, guitar, and piano.
One to One – 45 minutes
We currently teach violin, viola, cello, trumpet, trombone, guitar, and piano.
Group – 30 minutes
We currently teach violin, viola, cello, trumpet, trombone, guitar, and piano.
Group – 45 minutes
We currently teach violin, viola, cello, trumpet, trombone, guitar, and piano.
Trinity College Music Theory
We currently teach violin, viola, cello, trumpet, trombone, guitar, and piano.
Trinity College Aural Training
We currently teach violin, viola, cello, trumpet, trombone, guitar, and piano.
Painting And Drawing
The Painting and Drawing studio is a place where children and adults can express themselves with lines and spaces of colors to explore different drawing and painting techniques to develop their own artistic personality.
Basic Drawing 1 With Helen Karam
Drawing is a process of keen observation of what we see… Learning how to draw anything you see or think of, from nature or from imagination, in a 2D medium like: Paper, pencils, charcoal, drawing pastel or Conte’, ink and more…
Basic Drawing 2 With Helen Karam
Drawing is a process of keen observation of what we see… Learning how to draw anything you see or think of, from nature or from imagination, in a 2D medium like: Paper, pencils, charcoal, drawing pastel or Conte’, ink and more…
Color Study 1 With Helen Karam
The color language, is an independent vocabulary, a universal new language that needs no translation… Mastering the color palette, or mixing and building a new way of visual expression. It’s a learning process, to deliver a visual statement, with new tools: Colors of various techniques, brushes, paper, canvas, oil and soft pastel, collage, mixed media and more….
Color Study 2 With Helen Karam
The color language, is an independent vocabulary, a universal new language that needs no translation… Mastering the color palette, or mixing and building a new way of visual expression. It’s a learning process, to deliver a visual statement, with new tools: Colors of various techniques, brushes, paper, canvas, oil and soft pastel, collage, mixed media and more….
Adult Painting and Drawing 1 With Helen Karam
It’s an open one to one program, for Adults, beginners or advanced, no prerequisite, open registration for 6 sessions, renewable at all terms.
Adult Painting and Drawing 2 With Helen Karam
It’s an open one to one program, for Adults, beginners or advanced, no prerequisite, open registration for 6 sessions, renewable at all terms.
Art Therapy A Workshop With Helen Karam
A therapeutic Workshop, where Art is the tool not the purpose, here Art is used to unleash hidden or repressed feelings, conflicts or stress, the artistic result is not as relevant as the psychological one.
Art Therapy B Workshop With Helen Karam
A therapeutic Workshop, where Art is the tool not the purpose, here Art is used to unleash hidden or repressed feelings, conflicts or stress, the artistic result is not as relevant as the psychological one.
Family Workshop With Helen Karam
A 3 sessions parents/children workshop, that will end with one Artwork achieved by both kids and parents, booking at any time during the term, capacity for 2 families of 4 max in each workshop. Timing to be scheduled upon conveniences.
Family Workshop With Helen Karam
A 3 sessions parents/children workshop, that will end with one Artwork achieved by both kids and parents, booking at any time during the term, capacity for 2 families of 4 max in each workshop. Timing to be scheduled upon conveniences.
Theatre
Theater is one of the main pillars in building culture, where it develops the spirit of community and teamwork within the ability to emulate and confront life situations with courage.
During the past years, Al Jalila Theater has presented many specialized workshops for children in various theater techniques, like, acting, theater writing, and theater lighting. It helps to discover the true talents and create a world of innovation and creativity.
Acting in Group
Solo Acting – Private Coaching
Silent Acting
Voice Technique
Physical Performance
Script Writing