Bayt Al-Saddu Hosts a Screen Printing Workshop Merging Art and Heritage
Bayt Al Sadu hosted a specialized artistic workshop on “block printing,” presented by trainers Masa Al-Anzi and Hiba Diab, in an experience that blends artistic creativity with the spirit of Kuwaiti heritage, as part of the activities of the “Summer Cultural 18” festival organized by the National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters.
The workshop covered the basics of block printing on fabrics and paper, introducing the tools and techniques used, as well as methods for employing ready-made or handcrafted blocks to transfer designs and motifs and transform them into artistic works bearing the unique touches of the participants.
In this regard, trainer Masa Al-Anzi explained in a statement to KUNA that the workshop offers a practical artistic experience, enabling participants to decorate fabrics using blocks and colors and to turn ideas and patterns into unique, self-made artistic pieces, without requiring prior experience.
Al-Anzi said the choice of block printing technique was due to its simplicity, enjoyment, and wide creative potential, as well as its connection to textile arts and ornamentation. She noted that the workshop provides participants with space for experimentation and the discovery of their own artistic styles.
She added that holding the workshop at Bayt Al Sadu adds a distinctive heritage dimension to the experience, given the institution’s pioneering role in preserving, documenting, and teaching Kuwaiti textile heritage and introducing it to new generations. She emphasized the importance of leveraging such events to strengthen the presence of handicrafts and traditional arts through contemporary approaches.
Al-Anzi highlighted the importance of continuing to hold artistic workshops that link heritage with contemporary art and contribute to enhancing society’s appreciation for handicrafts and local creativity, particularly by presenting them in simplified and enjoyable ways that open the door for various groups to discover their artistic talents.
