RabaTEENS is a nurturing space for deep and meaningful Islamic spiritual mentorship with compassionate and caring mentors. We design fun, creative, and positive educational experiences to help teens grow confidently and comfortably into their faith.


Class Description


Islamic art has long been a beautiful form of learning and spiritual expression, connecting creativity, culture, and devotion. Inspired by the patterns found in mosques around the world, this class invites students to explore how art can cultivate mindfulness, reflection, and a deeper appreciation for beauty in Islam. 

Over five weeks, students will learn the foundations of Islamic geometric patterns through guided, hands-on drawing activities. They will explore how simple shapes can come together to create intricate and meaningful designs, while building focus, patience, and confidence in their creative process.

This class introduces students to the idea that Allah ﷻ is beautiful and loves beauty, and that creating art can be a form of reflection and appreciation. Through pattern-making, weaving, and colouring, students will not only develop artistic skills but also gain a deeper understanding of the discipline, harmony, and spiritual dimension of Islamic art.



Class Outline


Week 1:  4-Fold Patterns

Students will be introduced to the basics of Islamic geometric design by creating 4-fold patterns. Through guided drawing, they will learn how simple lines and shapes can form balanced and symmetrical designs, building a strong foundation for future patterns. 


Week 2:  6-Fold Patterns 

In this session, students will explore 6-fold patterns and how geometry can expand into more intricate designs. They will continue developing their drawing skills while learning about symmetry, repetition, and precision in Islamic art. 


Week 3:  8-Fold Patterns 

Students will work with 8-fold patterns, creating more complex and detailed designs. This session emphasizes patience, focus, and careful construction, while allowing space for creativity in pattern development. 


Week 4:  Weaving Patterns  
 
This week introduces weaving techniques within geometric designs, helping students see how patterns can interconnect and flow. Students will experiment with layering, colouring, and visual depth to bring their designs to life.


Week 5:  Tessellation of Patterns  
 
In this final session, students will explore tessellation and how patterns repeat seamlessly across a surface. They will bring together everything they have learned to create a complete piece, reflecting on the beauty, structure, and meaning behind Islamic geometric art. 


Class Activity Materials (Optional)

Pencil

Pen

Ruler

A4 or A3 notebooks for practice
(recommended: thick paper notebook, at least 150 gsm)

Compass

Required Book

None

Class Day & Time

Sundays, 10:00 - 11:00 AM Central Time 

Session dates: April 12 - May 10 

Students must attend Zoom live sessions. Classes are NOT recorded.


*Enrollment into the RabaTEENS program is on a per-student basis. If two (or more) students are planning to attend a class together by sharing a screen, each student will need to enroll for class individually. 

**RabaTEENS programs are for girls aged 12-17 ONLY. Students are required to be 12 already in order to join any of RabaTEENS programs.

Certificate of Participation

Certificates of participation are available upon request.

Refund Policy

No refunds are issued once the session begins. 

Sacred Patterns: The Art of Islamic Geometry

Meets once a week for one hour (5-week session)

Instructor

Anse Fathiah Abdussamad

Born and raised in Singapore, with a Muslim Indonesian heritage, Anse Fathiah Abdussamad takes pride in her work as a calligrapher. Half of her life has been spent dwelling with inks, reed pens and papers, all for her love of Arabic calligraphy. She has also trained more than 200 students over the course of 8 years serving the community in the field of Islamic Art. Graduating from Al Azhar University in Cairo in 2013, Anse Fathiah specialised in Arabic Literature and Calligraphy. While in Egypt she was granted Ijaza in Diwani, Jaliy Diwani, Riq’ah and Maghribi script under the tutelage of Ustadh Hasanain Mukhtar from Egypt and Ustadh Belaid Hamidi, a former calligrapher for the Moroccan royal family. The connection she has with her faith and the Islamic world has shaped her as an artist who aims to ensure that every stroke of her brush or pen is a manifestation of her deep relationship with the Divine. Anse Fathiah recently graduated with a Master of Art degree from The Kings Foundation school of Traditional Art in London doing the art of Batik and Calligraphy as her Final project.