Exhibition
Independent Space
Venue
Jordan Craft Center ALAYDI
Location
Jabal Amman
Date
6 - 14 October 2017
Time
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In cooperation with Tiraz: Widad Kawar Home of Arab Dress, this exhibition focuses on the different techniques and uses of Bedouin weaving. Participants will get a general overview of Bedouin weaving, witness the actual techniques performed by members of different Bedouin tribes, and get the opportunity to purchase samples of kilims.
Exhibition
Independent Space

Design for a Nomadic World

Dr. Azra Akšamija and Dr. Mohammed Yaghan
Venue
German-Jordanian University (GJU), School of Architecture and Built Environment
Location
Jabal Amman
Date
6 - 14 October 2017
Time
-
"Design for a Nomadic World" explores how art, architecture and design can address the emotional, cultural and aesthetic needs of refugees, while fostering a better cross-cultural understanding and a social cohesion between migrant and host communities.
Independent Space
Workshop
Venue
Design Institute Amman
Location
Jabal Amman
Date
9 - 11 October 2017
Time
-
This three-day workshop offers advanced training in designing Arabic typefaces, and is open to designers with a strong interest in typography, or with previous experience in Arabic type design wishing to advance their design and technical skills.
Independent Space
Workshop

Designing on the Mannequin

Edelina Joyce Issa
Venue
Design Institute Amman
Location
Jabal Amman
Date
9 - 10 October 2017
Time
-
The two-day workshop aims to provide an understanding of fashion design through three-dimensional experimentation. Students will learn about the principles of fashion design by experimenting with fabric directly onto the mannequin, allowing for an instant visualization of ideas, as they would appear on the body.
Exhibition
Independent Space

Six Winning Projects

MMAG Foundation
Venue
The MMAG Foundation
Location
Jabal Amman
Date
6 - 14 October 2017
Time
-
In collaboration with the Center for the Study of the Built Environment (CSBE), this exhibition will present the nineteen winning and shortlisted projects for the 2016 (13th) Cycle of the Aga Khan Award for Architecture.
Culture & Food
Independent Space
Venue
Turtle Green Tea Bar
Location
Jabal Amman
Date
6 - 12 October 2017
Time
-
Turtle Green invites visitors to learn more about Kombucha, the making process and to try the drink and learn about some of its health benefits.
Exhibition
Independent Space
Venue
Ola's Garden
Location
Jabal Amman
Date
7 - 9, 11 - 14 October 2017
Time
-
‘Lines of Memory’ is a jewelry and art collection inspired by longevity and strength of the olive tree. Visitors will have the chance to share their opinions, learn about the design process and the various techniques used.
Children’s Workshop
Independent Space
Venue
Mlabbas
Location
Jabal Amman
Date
7 - 12 October 2017
Time
-
The daily workshop takes participants of all ages through the A to Z of designing and printing on apparel using digital printing techniques.
Exhibition
Independent Space

Amalgamate

Wadi Finan Art Gallery
Venue
Wadi Finan Art Gallery
Location
Jabal Amman
Date
8 - 14 October 2017
Time
-
Raya Kassisieh creates a socially fueled spatial installation between fiber and clay.
Exhibition
Independent Space

Nuwa Creations

Wadi Finan Art Gallery
Venue
Wadi Finan Art Gallery
Location
Jabal Amman
Date
8 - 14 October 2017
Time
-
Katia Al Tal launches her latest Nuwa Creations collection, inspired by Sufi traditions. Katia’s set of delicate ceramic dervishes will be presented in an installation to kick off her new collection.
Exhibition
Independent Space

Transformations

Orient Gallery
Venue
Orient Gallery
Location
Abdoun
Date
8 - 14 October 2017
Time
-
This exhibition comes as a continuation of Bader Mahasneh’s search of the aesthetics of the human figure within the different visual contexts and combinations.