Join us at The Hub on January 17th from 1–6pm for a first-of-its-kind art workshop led by New York–based artist Behnaz Karjoo, in collaboration with The Reed Society for the Sacred Arts. Participants will explore the timeless tradition of Illumination (Tahzib) and have the opportunity to try their hand at its delicate techniques.
This immersive workshop welcomes both beginners and experienced artists eager to connect with a rich artistic heritage and create something luminous of their own.
About the artist
Born in Tehran, Iran, Behnaz Karjoo is a recognized Iranian-American artist. She studied jewelry design and photography at the Fashion Institute of Technology before embarking on the classical arts. Under the mentorship of Mujgan Baskoylu, a distinguished master in Turkish illumination, miniature painting, and paper cutting, Behnaz began her practice and earned her ijazet, a certificate of mastery in illumination, in 2016. In addition to tazhib, she practices miniature art and square kufic calligraphy. She is a member of the New York Islamic Arts collective, and she collaborates regularly with Reed Society for the Sacred Arts.
Behnaz has exhibited her works internationally, including San Francisco, New York, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Istanbul, Kuwait City, Sharjah and other cities. Her workshops and lectures have drawn audiences from around the world, where she introduces students at all levels to techniques of illumination, in both academic and community-driven spaces, including Frist Art Museum and the University of Pennsylvania among others. Behnaz holds the belief that while classical arts, including illumination, have a timeless foundation, their potential for innovation and growth is boundless.
About the art
Tazhib is a traditional art practiced in many parts of the Muslim world for over a millennium, derived from zahab, the Arabic word for gold. It was primarily used to decorate manuscripts, but over time it came to be appreciated as an independent art form, practiced either alongside calligraphy or on its own.
This hands-on introductory workshop invites participants to delve into the basic techniques of the art of illumination (Tazhib). After a brief introduction to its history and tools, participants will learn step-by-step techniques to paint a small design using fine brushes, imitation gold, and gouache. Through this meditative process, they will deepen their appreciation for the patience, precision, and beauty at the heart of this intricate art form and walk home with their own small illuminated piece.
Join us at The Hub on January 17th from 1–6pm for a first-of-its-kind art workshop led by New York–based artist Behnaz Karjoo, in collaboration with The Reed Society for the Sacred Arts. Participants will explore the timeless tradition of Illumination (Tahzib) and have the opportunity to try their hand at its delicate techniques.
This immersive workshop welcomes both beginners and experienced artists eager to connect with a rich artistic heritage and create something luminous of their own.
About the artist
Born in Tehran, Iran, Behnaz Karjoo is a recognized Iranian-American artist. She studied jewelry design and photography at the Fashion Institute of Technology before embarking on the classical arts. Under the mentorship of Mujgan Baskoylu, a distinguished master in Turkish illumination, miniature painting, and paper cutting, Behnaz began her practice and earned her ijazet, a certificate of mastery in illumination, in 2016. In addition to tazhib, she practices miniature art and square kufic calligraphy. She is a member of the New York Islamic Arts collective, and she collaborates regularly with Reed Society for the Sacred Arts.
Behnaz has exhibited her works internationally, including San Francisco, New York, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Istanbul, Kuwait City, Sharjah and other cities. Her workshops and lectures have drawn audiences from around the world, where she introduces students at all levels to techniques of illumination, in both academic and community-driven spaces, including Frist Art Museum and the University of Pennsylvania among others. Behnaz holds the belief that while classical arts, including illumination, have a timeless foundation, their potential for innovation and growth is boundless.
About the art
Tazhib is a traditional art practiced in many parts of the Muslim world for over a millennium, derived from zahab, the Arabic word for gold. It was primarily used to decorate manuscripts, but over time it came to be appreciated as an independent art form, practiced either alongside calligraphy or on its own.
This hands-on introductory workshop invites participants to delve into the basic techniques of the art of illumination (Tazhib). After a brief introduction to its history and tools, participants will learn step-by-step techniques to paint a small design using fine brushes, imitation gold, and gouache. Through this meditative process, they will deepen their appreciation for the patience, precision, and beauty at the heart of this intricate art form and walk home with their own small illuminated piece.
