Paper Mosaics

Based on the artworks in the exhibition, we talk about the mosaic, which is an art form that has its origins in the floor decorations of antiquity but developed and flourished in the Byzantine Empire into a means of expressing the sacred through imagery. In the workshop, we examine the historical heritage of Istanbul from the perspective of Byzantine art, which we imitate using materials like paper and EVA. We also explore methods of bringing this method into the classroom as well.

Related Exhibition: “What Byzantinism Is This in Istanbul!”: Byzantium in Popular Culture

Materials
Color and glitter EVA paper (sticky back)
Glue
Pictures of iconic Istanbul landmarks
Thick cardboard or paperboard sheets (A4)
Scissors
Ruler
Pens
Pencils 

Instructor: Filiz Kara Bilgin
Capacity: 50 participants
Duration: 90 minutes  

Click here to view the guidebook for the “What Byzantinism Is This in Istanbul!”: Byzantium in Popular Culture collection exhibition.

Participants will be issued participation certificates via e-mail at the end of the event. The event will take place on the Zoom Meeting app, with a guided online exhibition tour followed by a workshop activity on the exhibition.

Participants must have their webcams and microphones enabled in order for the instructor to see the participants and provide instructions. By registering, participants give their consent for the above.

The event is free of charge. Reservation is required.

For more information: ogrenme@peramuzesi.org.tr

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