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Sketch and Paint with Amjad Gharezeddin
Paint alongside the artist Amjad in guided, hands‑on sessions.
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Entry: Starting from 50 AED
Paint and Relax with Mohamed Al Astad
WorkshopsPaint alongside renowned Emirati artist Mohamed Al Astad in guided sessions.
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Minimum Age: 14+
Al Marsam Al Hor - Cultural Foundation
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TIME & DATE
Monday 14 September
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wednesdays
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Entry: 150 AED
Art Relax!
A relaxed, open painting session where you are free to create whatever you like, with guidance from an artist. You will explore colours, experiment with ideas, and paint at your own pace in a calm and welcoming environment.
Wednesdays | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 150 AED
Painting with Mohamed Al Astad
Learn Mohamed Al Astad’s process in real time, gaining insight into his techniques, artistic decisions, and approach to composition.
This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from an established master, refine your skills, and experience the discipline and rhythm of professional practice.
Wednesdays | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | 150 AED
Monday 14 September 2026 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | 150 AED
Monday 14 September 2026 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 150 AED
Break the Canvas Fear: Painting simple
A beginner-friendly painting session designed to help you overcome the fear of starting. You will learn simple techniques, loosen up your approach, and build confidence as you paint step by step with guidance. The focus is on letting go of perfection and enjoying the process, turning hesitation into action.
Wednesdays | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | 150 AED
About the instructor:
Mohamed Al Astad holds a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts from the American University in Washington, D.C. He is the Vice President of the Emirates Fine Arts Society and a member of the Board of Trustees of the Fujairah Academy of Fine Arts. Al Astad is a certified trainer in personal development and arts, and the owner of Mohammed Al-Estad Art Gallery. He has held over 60 solo exhibitions and participated in more than 500 exhibitions. He is the innovator of the ‘Danat Al-Shawati’ art form in 1998.
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