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Maktab: Online Classes for Children and Adults

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", 8-week summer Islamiyat classes and online art classes, we are super excited to be back with our interactive online art classes for children and young adults with Ms. Mariam Jaffri!

Maktab Art Classes

 

Eik Khaas Safar: An Art Journey Through The Muslim World ~ Feb - March 2024

Let's embark on a special journey...an art journey through the Muslim world. The Kutubiyya Mosque in Marrakesh (Morroco), Bibi-Khanym Mosque in Samarkand (Uzbekistan), Grand Mosque in Sana'a (Yemen), Rohtas Fort in Jhelum City (Pakistan) and Taj Mahal in Agra (India), are beautiful examples of Muslim architecture and opens doors to glorious periods in Muslim history.

Objective

The objective of these classes is for children and adults to develop their muslim identity through knowledge of Muslim history with the medium of art. We want them to have fun and learn about Muslim history and architecture through geographic and historical references.

Class details

Each class will have five sessions of one hour each. Students will paint a unique monument from Muslim history in every class: Kutubiyya Mosque in Morroco, Bibi-Khanym Mosque in Uzbekistan, Grand Mosue in Yemen, Rohtas Fort in Pakistan and Taj Mahal in India. They will build upon painting techniques in each class. We have organized the classes in 4 groups divided by age: 5-7, 8-10, 11-14 and a special class for adults.

In each class the students will create an art piece while gaining insightful knowledge about culture and heritage of the Muslim world. 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.

These classes will be done live via Zoom. If you miss a class recordings will be available to watch later.

If you have any questions, please send them to [email protected]

Class Details Feb - March 2024:

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 spot

This class is now full and capped. Please check alternate options below.

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For Ages 8-10| 5 classes | 1 hour each | $80 per spot

This class is now full and capped. Please check alternate options below.

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For Ages 5 - 11 | 5 classes | 1 hour each | $80 per spot

These timings give an evening option in North America and also morning timings for Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia.

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For Ages 11+ | 5 classes | 1 hour each | $80 per spot

Maktab Art Classes

For Ages 5-11 | 5 classes | 1 hour each | $80 per spot

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For All Ages | 1 class | 2 hours | $30 per spot

Maktab Art Classes

You can register and pay via the form below.
If there is a specific time zone or age group you're interested in, please add your information in the form here so that we can add more classes.

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.

 

Here is some feedback from our previous classes:

Maktab Art Classes

Class details:

The 5 days of classes will have the following themes. Content will be adjusted according to the age-groups by the instructor:

  • Day 1: Learn about and paint Kutubiyya Mosque in Marrakesh (Morroco)
  • Day 2: Learn about and paint Bibi-Khanym Mosque in Samarkand (Uzbekistan)
  • Day 3: Learn about and paint Grand Mosque in Sana’a (Yemen)
  • Day 4: Learn about and paint Rohtas Fort in Jhelum City (Pakistan)
  • Day 5: Learn about and paint Taj Mahal in Agra (India)

Each 1 hour of class will have paint time, worksheets, details about the monument, interactive games and also a movement break.

The individual adult class will be two hours long and we will be painting the Taj Mahal in Agra.

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.

If you have any questions, please send them to [email protected]
We are well aware of the financial constraints families are facing these days. If you would like your child to attend but cost is a constraint, please send an email to [email protected]
Materials List:
Here is a list of supplies for the class. For younger children ages 5-10, parents can choose the preferred medium (crayons, colour pencils or paints) in the registration form so parents can use what children have at home. For ages 11+ water and acrylic paints are the preferred medium.
Paper (sketchbook mixed media 150 gms or above some brands suggestions: Canson, Strathmore)
2 Pencils
Eraser
Sharpner
Ruler
For kids 10 and under:
Crayons, colour pencils or paints (Crayola or any other works)
Pack of paint brushes of various sizes if using paints (can be found at Michaels or the dollar store)
You can discuss this customization with the teacher.
For 10 and above:
Water/Acrylic paints pan or tubes (some brand suggestions: Maries, Reeves, Winsor and Newton Cotman)
Paint brushes with various sizes
If painting (for all ages):
2 glasses for water
Paper towel or Rag Cloth
Painting Palette
If you have any questions, please send them to [email protected] or ask your teacher once she contacts you after registration.

Register here

Art Classes Signup Form Feb - March 2024 for Children
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Student's Name
Choose the class you wish to register in:
These class are now full and capped: (1) Ages 5-7| Saturday Mornings| Feb 3 - Mar 2, 2024 | 10 - 11 am MST (2) Ages 8-10| Saturday Mornings| Feb 3 - Mar 2, 2024 | 12 -1 pm MST (3) Ages 11 + | Sunday mornings | Feb 4 - March 3 | 10 - 11 am MST. If there is a class you would like but it's not available pls enter your information in the wait list form above or email [email protected]
Parent/Guardian Name
Address
Please enter the email address you would prefer to be used for communications.
Please enter the phone number you would prefer to be used for communications.
Please choose the skill level of the student's drawing:
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Please choose the skill level of the student's painting:
Your response will help us learn more about the student before the class.
Preferred medium to work with:
For younger children ages 5-10, parents can choose the preferred medium (crayons, colour pencils or water colours) so parents can use what children have at home. For older children 11 and above water colours are the recommended medium.
Price: $ 80.00
5 classes of 1 hour each are for a total of $80 USD.

Register for the Adult Class here

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Art Classes Signup Form Feb 2024 for Adults
2 hour class on Feb 16, 8 - 10 pm MST
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Name
Address
Please enter the email address you would prefer to be used for communications.
Please enter the phone number you would prefer to be used for communications.
Please choose your painting and drawing skill level:
Preferred medium to work with:
Price: $ 30.00
2 hour long class