Abu Dhabi Festival keeps traditional arts alive

In the course, entitled 'Treasuring Traditions with Mubadala,' students were taken through embroidery techniques of increasing complexity and the array of natural fibres, traditional tools and patterns indigenous to the region.

The hands-on experience encouraged students to gain insight and understanding into an important tradition, while developing age-old skills that form an integral element of their cultural identity.

Al Ghadeer is an initiative of the UAE Red Crescent that empowers underprivileged women through traditional handicrafts. Several workshops have been conducted including one's performed at the UAE University in Al Ain.

Abu Dhabi Festival offers a range of educational opportunities for students and adults alike with some of the world's foremost arts practitioners. This week also sees the Declassified Ensemble conduct workshops for Abu Dhabi students, culminating in a public concert by Abu Dhabi students for 'Young Artists' Day' on March 9.