What is Maktab?
Maktab is a platform by Tamania aka Urdu Mom through which we will be offering online classes for children and adults. We have lots of fun plans to make Urdu language, culture and religious learning fun and engaging. After our extremely successful "Welcome Ramzan and Prophet Stories for Kids" classes and 8-week summer Islamiyat classes, we are super excited to offer interactive online art classes for children and young adults starting August 14, 2023!
Eik Khaas Safar: An Art Journey Through Pakistan ~ Aug 2023
Let's embark on a special journey this August 14! An art journey through Pakistan.
Objective
From snow-capped mountains and lush greenery in the north and KPK, to the agricultural plains and rivers in earthy Punjab; from the rugged terrain of Balochistan, to deserts of Sindh, Pakistan is home to a diverse landscape. The objective of these classes is for children and young adults to create art, have fun and learn about Pakistan through geographic and historical references!
Class details
Each class will have five sessions of one hour each. Students will paint a unique landscape or a monument from each province of Pakistan in every class. They will build upon painting techniques in each class. We have organized the classes in 4 groups divided by age: 5-7, 8-10, 11-13 and 14+. This will ensure optimal learning with children in the same age group.
In each class the students will create an art piece while gaining insightful knowledge about culture and heritage of Pakistan. Experience a relaxing environment allowing students to be positively stimulated through these art classes.
The medium of instruction will be English. An art supply list will be provided with the welcome email once you register.
The class timings below are mentioned in Mountain Standard Time (MST). However, you can be anywhere in the world to attend! As long as you have an internet connection and can make it for one of the time slots below.
We want children to learn about Pakistan in fun and interactive ways.
These classes will be done live via Zoom. If you miss a class recordings will be available to watch later.
Class Details August 2023:
Please note class details here. The timings are mentioned in Mountain Standard Time for North America. You will be able to register and pay below.
For Ages 5-7 | 5 classes | 1 hour each | $80 per student
These classes are now full. You can add yourself to the form here for future classes to find out about these art classes as soon they are launched. This will also help us gather information for future classes.
For Ages 8-10| 5 classes | 1 hour each | $80 per student
These classes are now full. You can add yourself to the form here for future classes to find out about these art classes as soon they are launched. This will also help us gather information for future classes.
For Ages 11 - 13 | 5 classes | 1 hour each | $80 per student
These classes are now full. You can add yourself to the form here for future classes to find out about these art classes as soon they are launched. This will also help us gather information for future classes.
For Ages 14 + | 5 classes | 1 hour each | $80 per student
Meet the teacher
Let’s meet the teacher for Maktab’s art classes: Mariam Zahra Haider
Bachelors in Sciences
Advanced Diploma in Graphic Design
Freelance Illustrator and Designer
Experience teaching fine art class to kids from ages 5 to 16 years of age
Loves to paint, write and do crafts with kids.
More details here.
Class details:
The 5 days of classes will have the following themes. Content will be adjusted according to the age-groups 5-7, 8-10, 11-13 and 14+ by the instructor:
- Day 1: Learn about and paint a Kashmir landscape.
- Day 2: Learn about and paint Khyber Pass in KPK.
- Day 3: Learn about and paint Badshahi Mosque in Punjab.
- Day4: Learn about and paint Quaid Mazar in Sindh.
- Day 5: Learn about and paint Sapat Beach in Balochistan.
Each 1 hour of class will have paint time, worksheets, details about the landscape/monument, interactive games and also a movement break.
Refund policy: We are happy to provide a full refund if you feel the class is not a fit for your child after the first class.
2 Pencils
Eraser
Sharpner
Ruler
Crayons, colour pencils or paints (Crayola or any other works)
Pack of paint brushes of various sizes if selecting to use paints (can be found at Michaels or the dollar store)
Water paints pan or tubes (some brand suggestions: Maries, Reeves, Winsor and Newton Cotman)
Paint brushes with various sizes
2 glasses for water
Paper towel or Rag Cloth
Painting Palette