Watercolour Painting Class: Tezhip (Illumination) and Iznik

Explore Iznik and Tezhip (Illumination) patterns using watercolour medium.



1 hour Class size 1 to 30 guests    

  $79 ($150 per class surcharge applies for private classes) (Afterpay available)

Improve your brushstroke and colour skills in this easy and relaxing watercolour class in Sydney. Explore motifs and patterns that developed between the 10th and the 16th centuries in the Islamic world, most notably in the Ottoman Empire, when illumination or Tezhip was applied to Quranic script and other manuscripts. This art form is based on Islamic geometric art, but the geometry is usually covered with organic, free flowing shapes inspired from nature.
The series combines three classes into one; floral motifs, Iznik & Tezhip and Islamic geometry. All classes will be conducted together and you will have the option of choosing your own design templates.
This art class intertwines the elegance of Mughal and Islamic floral motifs, the precision of geometric designs, and the enchanting Turkish Iznik patterns. You will use premium watercolour pigments on handmade deckle-edge papers and will have the option between one large A4 watercolour paper or two A5 papers.
All of our workshops are complimented with Turkish Tea and sweets.

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Times are Sydney time. Dates and prices as of 5 Oct 2026, 6:49am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

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What you'll get
All materials supplied: Watercolour paper, brushes and paint.
Turkish tea and sweets.
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Knowledge required
Perfect for beginners.
What to bring
Just bring your creative self!
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hens party.

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 6 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Atolya - 1/61-71 William Street, Darlinghurst NSW

This venue is within walking distance of Museum Station and St James stations

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Recent reviews of Watercolour Painting Class: Tezhip (Illumination) and Iznik

  • 4/5 from Zara Worne, attended Jan 2026: Was very relaxing! You get the template and start painting after a quick demonstration.
  • 5/5 from Linda Di Paolo, attended Nov 2025: Had an amazing time at the watercolour floral/geometric motifs class. Ella was very welcoming and happy to help. The materials provided are all high quality too. Tea and turkish delight are a bonus! This class has inspired me to paint more. Would highly recommend if you're looking for a calming and creative experience :)
  • 5/5 from Theresa Jackson, attended Sep 2025: Our instructor is extremely knowledgeable and was confidently able to impart her skills to us in a very professional manner. I learned alot about watercolour techniques and l will be trying them. I highly recommend this class.
  • 5/5 from Josephine Steele, attended Jan 2025: We were welcomed with warmth and kindness despite arriving very late. A very enjoyable and therapeutic experience. First time experimenting with water colours. I’m hooked!
Your teacher

Atolya
Atolya

4.8 (289)
female Women-owned

Atolya Art Studio aims to bring the community together by showcasing traditional art forms inspired by Turkish heritage and Islamic art. Our best-selling workshops include our stunning mosaic art classes. Learn intricate geometric mosaic laying techniques to make your very own Turkish traditional mosaic lamp!

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