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10 November 2019 November’s First Workshop on Micro Cement
November’s First Workshop on Micro Cement

In continuation of strategy to reach out to the different ages categories and the large public, Bahrain Authority for Culture & Antiquities, in collaboration with Resin Master, organized its first November 2019 workshop at the Art Center on 9 November. Through this workshop, participants gained firsthand experience working with Microcement, whereby each participant was able to create his own piece on wood and learn to create decorative effects with gold leaf, crystals and a clear epoxy finish.

BACA’s bouquet of different artistic workshops, and a full line-up of educational, interactive, entertaining activities during November will carry on, whereby, “Live Drawing” workshop, to be held on 16 November 2019, for  8-18 years old, will be held at Archaeologies of Green Pavilion in Muharraq. Children will be taught about the fruit seasons in Bahrain at the Archaeologies of Green Pavilion in Muharraq, this pavilion offers a continuous landscape of fruit gardens each area highlights a specific fruit tree from Bahrain.

Between 17-19 November, Woodcut Printing workshop aiming 18 years and above age category, will be organized at the Art Center between 4-7 pm. This workshop held in collaboration with Jehan Saleh Printmaking Studio, will introduce participants to the basic skills in wood engraving, printmaking, and inking techniques. All materials and refreshments are included, over the three days and participants will be able to create their own artwork.
Worth mentioning that registration for  all three workshops is required to participate in these events through BACA’s website : www.culture.gov.bh.