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Swahili Beautiful Art Class

Dive into the colorful world of Swahili creativity. Guided by talented island artists, you’ll learn to design traditional patterns, paint stunning Zanzibar-inspired artwork, and create a masterpiece you’ll take home.

What You Will Learn

🎨 Swahili Pattern Art

Learn the cultural meaning behind Zanzibar door carvings, Kanga patterns, and local motifs.

🖌 Canvas Painting

Paint a sunset dhow, a traditional door, or a Kanga-inspired artwork.

🪵 Coconut & Wood Art

Create designs on coconut shells or beach wood using natural inks.

✨ Creative Skills

Sketching, shading, brush control, geometric lines, henna-style line art & coloring.

How Long It Takes

⭐ 1. Welcome & Inspiration — 10 Minutes

Hibiscus juice, introduction to Swahili art, overview of styles.

⭐ 2. Choose Your Artwork — 5 Minutes

Pick between door painting, Kanga pattern, dhow sunset, coconut art, or henna-style drawing.

⭐ 3. Learning Basics — 10–15 Minutes

Symbols, patterns, stories, and how Swahili art reflects culture and identity.

⭐ 4. Sketching — 20–25 Minutes

Light pencil sketch guided by the instructor — geometric patterns or island scenes.

⭐ 5. Painting & Coloring — 45–60 Minutes

Brush techniques, color layering, outlining, detailing, highlights & pattern work.

⭐ 6. Finishing Touches — 10 Minutes

Add borders, motifs, texture, shine, and signature “Made in Zanzibar.”

⭐ 7. Art Display & Photos — 10 Minutes

Show your artwork, take photos with the artist, group picture.

⭐ 8. Packaging — 5 Minutes

Your artwork is placed in a protective sleeve or folder to take home.

Total Duration: 2 – 2.5 Hours

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Price

$30 per person

All Materials Included • Instructor • Art to Take Home

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