Category: Arts & Craft

Amazing Art Experiences: Online Painting Classes, Kids Craft Classes, Aerial Art & Much More

Feeling creative but don’t know where to start? We’ve rounded up these exciting art experiences which are sure to ignite your imagination and let your inner artist shine.

  1. Online Painting Classes with Hamna

Dive into a world of creativity and colors with online painting classes with Hamna. Get your art tools ready and prepare to sharpen your skills with acrylic drawing and Arabic calligraphy. Hamna brought her experience and passion for art from American institutes to Saudi Arabia. So get ready to create your next masterpiece! 

Price starts from 60 SAR.

2. Kids’ Craft Classes: Sculpting, Decoupage, Beads

Let your child explore endless creative possibilities by learning these three types of art: sculpting, decoupage and beads. With sculpting, they’ll learn how to create their own art pieces such as cups, with decoupage they’ll get to decorate objects with paper cut outs, lastly, with the art of beads, they’ll learn how to make accessories from beads, pearls and shells. 

Price starts from 350 SAR.

3. Aerial Art with Coach Hanadi: Combining Yoga & Performance

Never heard of Aerial Art? It’s a graceful blend of yoga and performance. If you’ve ever marveled at acrobatic performers dangling from the air, performing beautiful movements while using nothing but fabric, try this thrilling and exciting class to find out their secrets! Suitable for females over 18, both beginner and advanced performers are welcome to give this unique activity a try. 

Price starts from 150 SAR.

4. Clay Sculpture Workshop by Claytivity Art

The creative possibilities of clay are endless, you can mold it into anything you can imagine! In this unique workshop with “Claytivity Art” you will learn the basics of how to create works of art using clay. You will learn about the different types of clay and their uses, how to mold, design and bake the clay into earrings! 

Price starts from 190 SAR.

5. Beautiful Art Center: Expand Your Child’s Creativity

If you’re searching for a creative activity for your kids, this experience has the perfect balance of fun and education. Once your children enroll in an exciting art program at Beautiful Art Center, they’ll choose from a variety of activities to enjoy for 2 hours. During the first hour your child can pick what they like from drawing, using clay, decoupage, playing with sand or drawing on the hands or face. In the second hour they’ll get the chance to participate in interactive games and fun competitions with other children!

Price starts from 99 SAR.

6. 3-Day Kids Painting Program

When it comes to your kids artistic adventures, the sky’s the limit. With this unique 3-day kids painting experience designed specifically for children at Beautiful Art Center, your kids will learn about colors and how to paint. A comfortable and entertaining environment, your kids will learn how to make creative decisions and develop their problem solving skills. The program also focuses on developing your child’s physical abilities through interactive games. 

Price starts from 350 SAR.

7. 5-Day Kids Painting Program

It’s time for your children to awaken their creative side with this 5-day painting program at Beautiful Art Center. They’ll learn how to express their emotions through creating artworks in an entertaining and comfortable place designed specifically for children. The program will develop your children’s artistic and cultural skills. There are also interactive games which develop their spirit of cooperation and are loads of fun.

Price starts from 450 SAR.

WOOSH – A Space Where Fun Knows No Limits

WOOSH – Dynamic entry-  Are you thinking of what to plan for the upcoming weekend? We got you! Under the slogan of “Fun for all”, you will certainly enjoy your time. Try escaping the Maze if you dare. Not afraid of heights? Prove it with Rock Climbing. Along with a variety of incredible picks, such as an Obstacle Course, Zipline, Ninja Course, and the wonderful Slide. And many more to find out. Read on!

Rock Climbing … A Solution To Having Brave Kids … 

Are your kids climbing up the walls? Perhaps it’s time to consider some actual rock climbing events for kids, where they can learn how to do so, but properly equipped! Rock climbing is an exhilarating sport that can be practiced indoors or outdoors.

Furthermore, it has great benefits, such as increasing motion and flexibility, and providing a full-body workout. And, because it is such an exciting and fun activity, it is great for kids and it will help them in building both a healthy body and mind. At WOOSH, your kids are going to be provided all encouragement, support, and tools needed for them to have the best time.

Here’s a list of reasons why every child should give rock climbing a try:

 

  • Build courage
  • Build muscles
  • Individual challenge
  • Become part of a community
  • Learn new skills
  • Unplug from electronics
  • Genuine adventure

We don’t want to spoil the fun for you & your loved ones, Book your next trip to WOOSH now!

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The Art of Al-Qatt Al-Asiri – Brag to Your Friends With A New Skill

The Art of Al-Qatt Al-Asiri is one of the ancient & traditional arts that have been practiced for many years, almost exclusively by the ladies of prominent tribes southern to KSA. Inspired by the beauty of landscapes, mountains, valleys, and the welcoming atmosphere of Asir province.


Furthermore, the art tends to be of a highly sophisticated nature, incorporating a lot of classy geometric shapes & implicit meanings. The medium from which such art is expressed may involve canvas, wood, and carpets.

The tools used, may include, choral, chalk, and paint. But such lists are not to be strictly followed, as can be seen through the emergence of novel art mediums such as traditional clothes & and house decorations.

Nevertheless, this art is still been practiced to this day by many talented artists & designers who desire to awake, revitalize, and even innovate a huge part of their history and cultural traditions.

The Art of Al-Qatt Al-Asiri was later identified as part of the non-materialistic international heritages of KSA by the Ministry of Culture, which resulted in a huge following by artistically inclined Saudi nationals, transcending its values & beauty in many traditional expressions, such as music, and hobbies.

The Art of Al-Qatt Al-Asiri: A Spark From The Past … 

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Pick up your tools & never be ashamed to be deemed a fool, being serious all the time is never fun!

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Yalla Kayak Your Soul To Wonderland

Have you ever went kayaking in the Red Sea?
Yalla kayak in the warm weather at one of the most beautiful seas. Rent a kayaking boat with absolute ease, and provided with all the necessary accessories from “Kayak World” (Specializing in all things involving boat kayaking & related accessories).

It’s Not As Scary As You Think…

Kayaking is not a hard skill to acquire. You only need a few basic skills to paddle effectively. Firstly, you need a good instructor to help you learn how to enter and exit a kayak, which you won’t have to worry as Mahfol Makfol is going to have that covered.

You have to learn how to perform the forward stroke and the sweep stroke for turning the boat, and a few lessons on safety. With these skills, you are ready to go out and enjoy kayaking.


Fear Can Deprive us of Enjoying Ourselves …

You fear it’s hard to learn and requires a lot of athleticism and strength to learn kayaking. You believe paddling will expose you to grave danger should your boat tip over.

But none of these fears are as rational as they may seem. Kayaking is a great sport for any beginner to learn. Like cycling, it is simple to pick up.

Within a few hours you’ll be paddling. There are so many different types of kayaking – from flatwater kayaking to sea kayaking and whitewater kayaking.

The water conditions change day-to-day depending on the weather and sea-levels, which can make kayaking on the ocean unpredictable, and in turn, dangerous. This brings us to the easiest and safest form of kayaking, which is flat-water paddling.

Yalla Kayak: New Hobbies Never Hurt … 

Yalla Kayak Now, soon enough, you will be all over the place with this new hobby of yours. Don’t blame us if that happens 😆

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Spend Your Dream Adventure With Hala Haql

If you’re like me, then you must’ve gone through a period of your life where you were spending countless hours a day metaphorically building the best adventure there’s, made by you, as a gift to yourself. With Hala Haql, you’re going to bring all your dreams into the physical world & have a good time.

A Heaven For The Most Unique Flora & Fauna …

Hala Haql isn’t just limited to welcoming humans but is also home to an abundance of flora and fauna including rare species such as dugongs, wildcats, and green and hawksbill turtles. The lagoon contains 175 different species of coral and 195 species of fish, while endangered sea-birds such as the sooty falcon and crab plover populate the skies.

A Chance To Cultivate New Hobbies  …

Have you ever went scuba-diving? It’s about to be the most wonderful and mesmerizing experience of your lifetime…Hidden away from our familiar human world is a spectacular natural underwater world full of vibrant colors and textures, naturally crafted structures, exotic creatures, sea anemones, and a whole lot more, that is waiting to be traveled around.

Adventure sports which include scuba diving and snorkeling open up an array of opportunities to get up close to this fantasy land and experience the captivating visual treat to the eyes.

Hala Haql: A Visit Must place … 

Hala Haql your way through this gem of a place!

Experiences are best enjoyed with friends and family, call up whomever you desire the company with & head on to the trip of your dreams

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Explore The Hidden Side of Albalad With Hala Alwajh


Hala Alwajh with a town that holds the great remains of Hijazi architecture, Red Sea corals buildings outside of the beautiful city of Jeddah. Hop on a journey of exploring the abandoned town of Alwajh, bring your flashlight, helmet, proton pack, ghost-proof suit, and a teddy bear (to offer it as a sacrifice in case circumstances call for it, god forbid … )

Beaches Stretching Over 100 Kilometers …

Get ready to experience a top-quality time, whether you’re into swimming, snorkeling, or going on sea tours, you will find everything your heart desires in here. What makes this place especially amazing is the quietness & slow pace of life. 

Bring Your Friends Along …

This is a perfect opportunity to reconnect with your old friends, by spending a good day hovering around Albalad, talking about the days when you’re kids & would spend the entire day messing around out and about. Speaking of childhood times, children are allowed on this journey & given a special discount of 50% that could also go up to 100% if they’re below the age of 6 years old!

Enjoy A Stress-Free Day … 

We all need that time away from work, allowing us to recharge & relax, getting back to the workplace with a great mindset and overall productivity. And guess what? You certainly deserve to have such a break! We tend to give ourselves less credit than what we deserve. So pack up your stuff, and go on a 3 days long journey to Alwajh, this is your vacation time.

Alwajh Town: A Place To Be Yourself … 

Hala Alwajh is waiting for you with many surprises & delights

What are you waiting for? Join us on this journey of self-discovery!

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Take a Tour of Heaven With Hala Farasan


There’s no better way to spend the upcoming summer, especially if you’re all about beach activities and visiting new exotic & thrilling places. Hala Farasan is going to leave you in astonishment for many days after your trip.

A Tour Around Farasan’s Archipelago …

Treat your family to a trip to the beach, sleeve up & and start building them sandcastles no matter how diverse your groups’ artistic category is. Try roaming the beach for shells, coral, and hermit crabs. Jump into the water, dive into waves and flow yourself to the shore.  With Hala farasan, every trip to the beach provides a refreshing breath of saltwater air which differs so much from the usual junk that’s breathed around the city.

A Chance to Explore Beauty & Wildlife …

The waters surrounding the islands are equally important for marine life thanks to the incredible density and variety of corals. Indeed, the first striking aspect when diving in Farasan waters is the profusion of colors and shapes covering the sea bed. They attract thousands of fish which double the richness of the palette of the crystal clear waters.

Farasan is particularly famous for its Parrot-fish (called locally ‘hareed’) which is even celebrated by a festival every year in April-May when schools of this pretty fish appear in the shallow waters of the Al-Hasis gulf. During the same period some impressive, but harmless, whale sharks coming from the Indian Ocean can be spotted at the mouth of the archipelago.

Farasan Islands: It Is Simply a Vacation in a Cup … 

Farasan Islands is best enjoyed with the company of friends & loved ones, book your next trip and make up for the days you spent cooped up at home during the gloomy quarantine!

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Hala Wadi Lujab – Book an Unforgettable Trip with Hala Yalla


Say Hala Wadi Lujab,  as you’re going to visit one of the top tourist spots, being one of nature’s many wonders, a fissure in the eastern part of mountain Alqahar Zawan. Explore Wadi Lajab in a way you’ve never done before, with an exceptional trip that highlights the convergence of peace, serenity, and sea activities, you’re sure to have a top-quality time.

A Run Through Some of The Most Amazing Places …

Have you ever taken a walk through Jabal Alaswad Mountain? Faifa Mountain? Or Adayer Mountain? Now is your chance to try all of them out! Perhaps you should also take a swing by the Beans Farm, to grab a cup of freshly brewed coffee & to enjoy the scenery.

Paragliding Your Way Through Wadi Lujab  …

Once you are off the ground, flying in the air and watching the world from above, you get no time to think about anything else. Your stress level decreases as you have to keep complete focus and attention on the ride for maximum fun. All your worries and distractions take a backseat as you live in the present, soaking nature’s beauty and getting awestruck.

Skydive Your Stresses Away … 

There’s rushing wind, the blueness of the sky, the blueness of the ocean. The view and the sensation are so consuming, you will forget entirely about the parachute, barely remembering that you’re 1700 meters in the sky and falling. Everything will feel both beautifully close and breathtakingly far. It’s also incredibly radiant — bright white fluffy clouds below, brilliant ocean intensifying toward the horizon. Your gaze seems to extend forever.

Wadi Lujab: Experience Beauty & Serenity … 

Say Hala Wadi Lujab  to your trip

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Noor Riyadh: A Celebration of Lights

What’s Noor Riyadh you may ask,

Have you noticed today that Riyadh is brighter than usual?

Have you been wondering why it’s so? 

The reason behind this brightness is that Riyadh and its people are going to have a splendidly artistic festival, more than 60 artists from 20 countries around the world are to celebrate the light, exposing many different artistic ways that catch the sense of the audience.   

If you want to experience the beauty of light and a fan of sky-gazing, along with other various light sources, then this festival is going to bring a great experience that will light up all your senses & emotions.

Noor Riyadh Festival will start from March 18 to April 10 as part of Riyadh’s Art program, one of the most impressive projects that started in 2019. Turning Riyadh to an open art gallery, combining modernity & cultural traditions.

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Riyadh Romps Around With Lights

In Noor Riyadh Festival, famous Saudi artists are going to participate, representing about 40% of the participants including popular names such as Maha Malluh, Ayman Zeidan, Lulwah Al-Homoud, and others.  In addition to the Saudi artists, international artists from 20 countries around the world are going to participate representing 60%. Those artists include Daniel Buren, Ilya, and Emilia Kabakov, among others. 

Noor Riyadh Festival will have a variety of activities including panel discussions, workshops, guided tours, art exhibitions, movies, and various celebrations starting its first event under “Elham Riyadh” title.    

Light Upon Light Exhibition

“Light Upon Light” is one of the most prominent exhibitions that include great artistic works divided into four parts, based on the concept of light:

Acknowledging Light

Experiencing Light

Light Show 

Environmental light 

With the title of “Under One Sky”, Light Upon Light Exhibition aims to represent the concept of unity, gathering of people around the light, and charming flames that brighten their hearts and gathers them under the light of love especially with COVID-19 separating all of us.  

The exhibition also includes “Arts of Light, from the 60s”. Providing the visitors with the experience of cognitive & sensational touchings.

Riyadh Brings The Stars to Right Where You Are:

As singing brightens our existence, the festival also includes the best concerts, the biggest & most original singing stars, such as Ray of Solskin, that are sure to brighten up the spring of 2021.

Many Exciting Activities & Exhibitions such as:  

  • Museums and community participation in Saudi Arabia. 
  • Ligh, carving, and painting by James Clara and Iván Navarro 
  • Light and courage 
  • Light and communication 
  • Changing of Views

Guiding tours like:

  • King Abdullah Financial District 
  • King Abdulaziz Historical City 
  • Watching stars 
  • Taking photos  
  • Virtual tour 
  • “Light Upon Light” Exhibition 
  • Light and sensations
  • Women’s guiding tours  
  • Historical tours 

Celebrations: 

  • Noor Riyadh X MDLBeast
  • Noor Riyadh X MDLBeast (Hat Claps)
  • Noor Riyadh for music 

Movies: 

  • A Vision From Light – Light Writing
  • Scales – Light Writing

 

Panel discussions: 

  • Culture and the future of cities 
  • Artistic works in public places 
  • Power of nature 
  • One sky gathers us all – light and universe art 
  • A panel discussion with Saudi art guiders 
  • Interactive environment-light and technology art 
  • Journey to light and darkness 
  • Electronic music and light art 
  • Journey to contemporary art 
  • Culture and creativity in Saudi Arabia 

Workshops: 

  • Sustainable lighting
  • Light Symphony 
  • Light and hope 
  • Tales of lights 
  • Light and creativity 
  • Creative economy 
  • Light is the vision 

 

That’s not just it, other events will also brighten Riyadh and show the effort of Saudi Arabia in increasing the level of engagement and excitement.  

We hope you have a killer time at Noor Riyadh Festival! 

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A Journey Through Historic Jeddah

A Journey Through Historic Jeddah

A fascinating city with great history and culture, diverse and kind population, rural and modern scenes, further making it appealing to all kinds of tastes and interests. Get ready for a trip to the past and for a wondrous experience, all at Historic Jeddah.

Tayebat Museum

Tayebat Museum

For a fascinating look into Jeddah’s long and cosmopolitan past, take a trip to the Tayebat Museum for an amazingly curated representation of the city’s 2,500-year history. Located in the Al Faisaliyah district, the museum is housed in a complex with many rooms that re-create the traditional Hijazi architecture of the old city.

The museum’s four-floor collection has displays ranging from pre-Islamic artifacts, ancient Islamic manuscripts, old coins and weaponry to furniture, pottery and traditional Saudi dresses.

Al Balad region

Al Balad Region

Get a sense of the city’s extensive history by exploring Al Balad, the oldest part of Jeddah, where the city began. Though Al-Balad’s original city walls came down in the 1940s, its unique architecture and charm are preserved to this day. With the old city gates, historic mosques, a variety of traditional souqs (markets), and a museum, there’s plenty to see and do in the Al-Balad section of Jeddah.

Floating Mosque

Floating Mosque

The mosque doesn’t actually float but is built on the stilts surrounded by serene waters of Historic Jeddah. The city comes alive during the day and at night as the beaches and fountains are illuminated.

The mosque is open at all times but you can find many entertainment and accommodation options around it, such as the Movenpick Resorts, Radisson Blu Hotel or the Sheraton.

Jeddah Beaches

Historic jeddah Beaches

You gotta admit, nothing beats the scenic beauty and charm of Jeddah beaches in Saudi Arabia. Where you feel the sea breeze, with a hot cup of coffee and families mingling about. 

Have you ever went kite surfing in the Red Sea? Book now!

A sweep visit to Jeddah’s Durrat Al Arus, the first established private beach, consisting of more than 1000 rentable beach villas, a marina, a diving school, and an amusement park. We’re absolutely sure you will enjoy your time there.  

Historic Jeddah Souqs

Historic jeddah Souqs

From the alleyways of souq Al Badu and souq Al Alawi to other cultural souqs that are over 140 years old, offering a wide range of antiques and treasures. From fabric stores, incense, bakeries, to all types of valuables. 

It’s proven to be difficult to not spend a fortune at those souqs. Make sure you come prepared with a money-filled pocket & wit, as you’re going to be doing a great deal of purchasing & bargaining.

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