2-6th July 2026
Dar Al Islam ~ 342 Co Rd 155, Abiquiu, NM 87510, United States
Special 4 day all inclusive program at the stunning Dar Al Islam in the remote wilds of New Mexico. The event includes a series of distinct but complementary practical classes and lectures, participants are welcome to take one or all the sessions.
All materials & equipment provided
Open to all abilities
This will be our 4th Summer school. Each year we introduce new tutors, 2026 will include tutors from the following:
Lisa Anne White
The 2026 presentation will include all new patterns and new craft activities:
Drawing classes ~ Geometric and Biomorphic patterns
Natural pigment making class ~ Make your own water colour set
Painting geometry session ~ with Samira Mian
Adobe brick making demo ~ Learn about the local vernacular architecture and its connections to Islamic art around the world
Ceramic workshop ~ Glaze (paint) and fire your own tile on an overnight campfire
Movement and Meditation ~ Optional morning movement and mediation sessions
Nature walks ~ Optional ~ Discover the incredible surrounding remote and silent environment, for sunrise and sunset canyon adventures
“Straight is the line of duty, and curved is the line of beauty.” Hasan Fathy
The event will take place in the remote and spectacular wilds of New Mexico, within a stunning vaulted adobe complex built by the famous Egyptian architect Hassan Fathy. Located next to Georgia O’keeffe’s studio ‘Ghost Ranch’.
Accommodation options are single sex- four bed dorms within the vaulted adobe complex, on a first come first serve basis. Classes take place within the main hall, all course materials and equipment will be provided. Those signing up for the full programme receive a discount. Full details sent after registration.
Staying off site
If you traveling from outside NM and want to stay offsite will need to choose Option 2 and book an airbnb or hotel close or the Abiquiu Inn which is the closest hotel.
Option 1: Full programme, Including all tuition, equipment, catering and accommodation ~ 4 nights (Thursday afternoon – Monday morning) ~ $1200 – $600 Deposit
Option 2: Full programme, Including all tuition, equipment, catering ~ 3.5 days (without accommodation)~ $800 – $400 Deposit
Bringing partners and family
Participants are welcome to bring a (non participating) partner/family member and they can relax onsite and join the group for meal times. Use this links to:
The following sessions in the programme are open to the public to join as individual sessions.
Click on the links course titles to register for a session.
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