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Ektashif Morocco

Past Event

Museum of Islamic Art

15 - 29 February 2024

Ektashif is an annual educational art trip for Qatari artists organised by the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) that aims to support artists and provide them with new skills in traditional and Islamic arts.

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During this trip, the selected artists visit cities and historical sites and engage in practical art workshops to learn more about traditional arts by expert craftsmen and artists. The purpose of the journey bridges communication between Qatar and the rest of the world which aims to establish close relations and strong ties in the world of Islamic art.

The group of Qatari artists will be selected based on their artwork and an interview to join the MIA team on a 9-day trip to Morocco at the end of April 2024.

The journey will begin in Marrakesh, exploring Moroccan architecture, and visiting Riad Karmela next to Ben Yousef Madrasa -- an authentic medieval medina from the 12th century. Other locations on the itinerary also include sight to the Traditional Arts consortium, Bahia Palace, the Jardin Majorelle, and a visit to the Yves Saint Laurent Museum and Saadian Tombs.

The selected artists will also participate and engage in workshops to master the traditional arts, such as geometry design and drawing, plaster carving, the Moroccan art forms of Zellige (Zellij) and Zouaq and ceramic workshops.

Eligibility

In order to be considered, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Qatari
  • Over 18 years old
  • A practicing artist or designer
  • Have some experience of exhibiting your work.

How to apply

The closing date is Thursday, 29 February 2024.

Expectations

  • After the educational trip, you will be required to produce 5 artworks for an exhibition which will take place in the Museum of Islamic Art in November 2024.
  • You will also be asked to take part in a public panel discussion about the trip and your gained experiences, (date to be confirmed).

Terms and Conditions

  • Each person will receive one return flight to Morocco (Economy), no escorts are allowed with the artist who will participate in this trip.
  • Single room for the duration of the trip in a 5-star or 4-star hotel.
  • Entrance fees to all sites and workshops included.
  • All transportation whilst in Morocco is included.
  • You will need to sign a multimedia release form to allow us to use images from the trip on social media, in the press and across QM websites.