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Friday, 30 January 2015

Highlights - Arabian Drag Racing League Round 1 - Day 1

The Arabian Drag Racing League Round 1 kicked off at the Qatar Racing Club. The astounding state of the art cars and bikes were adding glamour to the atmosphere while the incredible speed display was fascinating the spectators!

Competition is tough! Who would be the "King of Arabia"? What would be the best unbelievable Speed limit? All answers at Street 52!

An event not to be missed! Head over today and enjoy the thrill and excitement with the whole family this evening. Entrance is free. Check out schedules here.

Here are the highlights of Day 1 captured by Rush360 team.

Thursday, 29 January 2015

Glamourous Automobile Event - Qatar Motor Show 2015

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The prestigious event in the region is back this year too!

The Qatar Tourism Authority in partnership with q.media events and Fira Barcelona brings this colourful exhibition to Doha every year with the objective of providing a platform for the leading and most exciting international automobile brands to connect with the region's automobile aficionados and motor sports enthusiasts.

Year on year, the Qatar Motor Show has been attracting distinguished exhibitors from the prominent motor world as well as many enthusiastic visitors from over one hundred countries. Additionally leading brands use this opportunity to reveal their star models to the Middle East, thus shaping Qatar Motor Show to be one of the most successful automobile events in the region.

The fact that Qatar is well connected by air and with a state of the art world class airport facilities and a range of accommodation to suit every requirement, indeed makes it the best destination for this glamorous event.

This year the Qatar Motor Show 2015 will be held under the patronage of H.E Sheikh Abdullah Bin Nasser Bin Khalifa Al-Thani, the Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior of the State of Qatar, at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). GPS Location of QNCC at www.rush360.qa search for QNCC


This impressive event is open for public from February 6th to 10th.  Here are the timings:

February 6th - 7th - 1 pm to 11pm
February 8th - 10th - 4pm to 11pm

Entrance is free but visitors need to register. To minimize waiting time you can register online here

Watch out for the best-in-class international automobile brands unveiling some of the most exciting automobiles that will be seen on the region’s roads soon after the Qatar Motor Show. Here is a glimpse of what to expect:

  • Rolls Royce, the ultimate luxury automobile will exhibit the exquisite limited edition Phantom Drophead Coupe Water Speed collection that has wowed the industry and premium automobile customers alike when it was introduced at the 2014 Paris Auto show.
  •  Mercedes-Benz has confirmed that it will conduct the Qatar launch of the GLA 45 AMG, AMG GT & CLA 250 and the regional launch of prestigious S-Maybach.
  • BMW  has three first Middle East reveals at the 5th edition of the Qatar Motor Show with the all new BMW X6M, BMW X5M and the all new Mini John Cooper Hatch.     
  • Audi, another reputable German brand, is presenting a new model which will make its global debut in mid-January at the Detroit Motor Show and then be transported to the Qatar Motor Show a few days later. Audi is also launching a new TT model for the region at the Qatar Motor Show. This model was launched globally in 2014 but hasn't debuted in the Middle East yet. 
  • The iconic British prestige automobile brands Jaguar with its all new XE and the Land Rover with its Range Rover Sports SVR, are debuting here for the Middle East market. The XE is said to be the lightest, stiffest and the most aerodynamic Jaguar ever built and visitors at the Qatar Motor Show 2015 can get a close look at this aluminium intensive model. The Range Rover SVR is particularly exciting as the first of its series of high performance models to come from both, Jaguar and Land Rover.
  • Italian superstar brand Lamborghini will show the Lamborghini Huracán LP 610-4 at the 2015 Qatar Motor Show, celebrating the super sports car’s success both in the Middle East and worldwide since its launch in 2014.The ten-cylinder model Lamborghini Huracán debuted at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, with more than 3,300 orders collected worldwide for the new model by the end of last year.

There is going to be entertainment and excitement. Stay tuned for a stunning coverage of what is in store at the 5th Qatar Motor Show when the Rush360' team brings you the best captured moments while it happens here in Doha!

Get your tickets today for free by registering online here and walk in to the exhibition hassle free with family and friends! Keep the dates free!

Our sincere thanks to Havas Worldwide Doha who are handling the PR and Social Media of Qatar Motor Show for providing all information and giving us an opportunity to work with them.


Here are some  pictures captured at the last Qatar Motor Show 2014


Wednesday, 28 January 2015

Qatar International Endurocross Championship - Round 2

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Qatar International Endurocross Championship Round 2 will be held this Saturday at Sealine.

According to the organizers Qatar Motor & Motorcycle Federation Enduro off-road races are designed to test the endurance and off-road riding skills of the rider.

Each race will be run over a mix of different types of desert terrain and will last for 30 minutes plus 1 lap. The motorcycles will run together with the quads.

Here are the details: (Check full schedules here )

Date: Saturday 31st January 2015
Time: 12 noon to 4pm
Venue: Sealine Beach (Golden Beach - Sealine)
GPS Location at www.rush360.qa search for Sealine Beach

Entrance is free and all are welcome!

Day Time - Losail Track Day - 30th January

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Track day is an event where general public get an opportunity to ride at the Lusail International Circuit, track where international championships take place.


Riders, drivers and passengers who participate in this event are members of Lusail Track Club. Details of how to become a member and participate could be found here.


This Friday QMMF will host Daytime Track Day for cars and motorcycles. Here are the schedules.

Date: Friday 30th January
Time: 9am to 4.30pm
Venue: Lusail International Circuit
Location of the venue could be found at www.rush360.qa by searching for Lusail


Entrance is free and all are welcome!

Arabian Drag Racing League - Round 1

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Known to be the best and the biggest motorsport event in Qatar, The Arabian Drag Racing League is back! 

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Watch the fastest cars and bikes competing in 11 different categories to win the prestigious title  "King of Arabia" at the end of the three rounds!

According to the organizers: "The fastest cars of its kind in ADRL can push out around 4000 BHP and tend to be turbocharged or Supercharged, these cars will go over 200 mph in less than 4 seconds! Making it the fastest motorsport on earth". So get ready for a thrilling performance!

Round - 1 will be held this week. Here are the details!

Dates and Times:
Thursday 29th January 2015 - 2pm to 7pm
Friday 30th January 2015 - 1pm to 8pm

Venue: Qatar Racing Club (GPS Location at www.rush360.qa search for Qatar Racing Club)

Entrance is free for the public but spectators are required to register for free here and get their tickets. Tickets will also be issued at the gates on the days of the event. Gates will open for the public at 2pm on both days.

Children will get to enjoy some play time at designated play area with bouncy castles and slides. Food and drink will also be available! All in all great entertainment for the whole family! Keep the dates free and enjoy!



In case you are unable to make it, Qatar Racing Club will have live streaming of the event here

As usual stay tuned for some fantastic highlights of the event by the Rush360' team!

Tuesday, 27 January 2015

Umm Al Houl Cup Day - 28th Wednesday

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Watch the thoroughbred and the purebred Arabian Horses racing with pride this week for the Umm Al Houl Cup at the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club. Entrance is free for the public.

Here are the details:

Date: 28th Wednesday 2015
Time: 4pm onwards
Number of Races: 10
Venue: Qatar Racing Club (GPS Location at www.rush360.qa search for Equestrian)

Monday, 26 January 2015

Colour Play with Crochet & Clay - N Studio

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Pictures Courtesy of N Studio
"It is not the form that dictates the colour, but the colour that brings out the form."


Playing with colours is something natural but expounding and producing that vibrant form in crochet and clay is challenging!



Noorul Firdhouse is skillful in crocheting and in shaping terracotta jewellery here in Qatar for the last two years, and enjoys playing around with colours in crochet and clay!

She always desired to produce her own unique piece of accessories and this led her to explore the world of crochet and terracotta jewellery and now is the proud owner of her own little handmade space N Studio! All details and contact of N Studio could be found at www.rush360.qa by searching for N Studio.

Noorul has been following some basic courses to enhance her skills but she learnt almost everything through tutorials online in pursuing her interest. Crocheted Earrings, Kokeshi Dolls, Baby Capes, Cute bags, Baby Blankets are some of her specialities in crocheting.

Terracotta is a reddish clay that is used for many creative projects. Moulding, shaping, designing, baking and bringing forth different exclusive range of jewellery of dynamic colours is something passionately done at N Studio which of course makes it special! Noorul uses natural clay and prefers using the traditional baking method which is done using natural materials such as coconut shells and saw dust.

N Studio produces elegant terracotta earrings, pretty necklaces with delicate pendants, bracelets and many more handmade jewellery. Checkout the Facebook page for all kinds of items available at N Studio. Noorul is pleased to make something special and unique just for you. So she does undertake personalized orders. Her contact details are readily available at www.rush360.qa anytime. Search for N Studio and you will have it all at your fingertips! 


N Studio also participates at handmade markets organized by various organizations around Doha such as QatArt Handmade Market at Katara and MIA Park Bazaar

Pictures courtesy of  N Studio

Noorul also conducts workshops on Crochet and Terracotta Jewelry making for kids and adults at Wakrah. Look out for her workshop details at Rush360' Qatar Arts and Crafts Classes page.

Noorul hopes to reach another milestone soon which would be working on developing an online N Studio boutique for handmade products. Isn't that wonderful! Her advice to beginners is to be creative and develop unique designs.

We thank Noorul for sharing her journey and passion with Rush360' and wish her all success!

Friday, 23 January 2015

Qatar Aquabike Race - 24th January

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Time to enjoy watching some water sports at the Corniche in Doha. Witness the roaring of the speeding jetskis!

Qatar Marine Sports Federation will be hosting the Aquabike Championship Round 3 today.

Date: Saturday 23rd January 2015
Time: 1pm to 4 pm
Venue: Corniche, next to Sheraton Hotel

Here are the highlights of yesterday's race!


Wednesday, 21 January 2015

Porsche GT3 Middle East Cup, Radical Middle East Cup & Qatar Challenge - January

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Losail International Circuit will be busy this weekend with three great racing events happening, drawing participants from the Middle East. The Grandstand will be free for the public. Here are the details.

Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Middle East

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Race 1
Date: Friday 23rd January 2015
Time: 3.20 pm 
Venue: Losail International Circuit (Location GPS at www.rush360.qa search for Losail )

Race 2
Date: Saturday 24th January 2015
Time: 3.05 pm 
Venue: Losail International Circuit (Location GPS at www.rush360.qa search for Losail )


Qatar Challenge

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Date: Saturday 24th January 2015
Time: 11.55 am 
Venue: Losail International Circuit (Location GPS at www.rush360.qa search for Losail )


 Radical Middle East Cup 

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Race 1
Date: Saturday 24th January 2015
Time: 1.45 pm 
Venue: Losail International Circuit (Location GPS at www.rush360.qa search for Losail )

Race 2
Date: Saturday 24th January 2015
Time: 4.10 pm 
Venue: Losail International Circuit (Location GPS at www.rush360.qa search for Losail )

Here are the full schedules as provided by QMMF



Al Mafiar Cup Day & Umm Taqa Cup & Abdulla Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Cup Day


Horse Racing a much loved sports in Qatar will be held this week too at the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club. Watch the purebred Arabian horses and Thoroughbred beautiful horses competing with pride!  Entrance is free. Here are the details.

Al Mafiar Cup Day  

Date: Wednesday 21st January 2015
Time: 4pm to 8pm
Races: 8
Venue: Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club (GPS Location at www.rush360.qa search for Equestrian )

Umm Taqa Cup & Abdulla Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Cup Day

Date: Thursday 22nd January 2015
Time: 4pm to 8pm
Races: 8
Venue: Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club (GPS Location at www.rush360.qa search for Equestrian)


Tuesday, 20 January 2015

Highlights - QSBK Round 4

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Qatar Super Bikes Championship Round 4 was held last weekend at the Losail International Circuit. This Championship is organized by Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) headed by Mr. Nasser Khalifa al Attiyah who is indeed rendering an invaluable service to racing in Qatar.

There are seven rounds and the points obtained in each race will count towards the Qatar SuperBike Championship.

Round 4 on Saturday saw a thrilling finish. Australian rider Anthony West won both races of the day and Alex Cudlin finished in second position in both races and the Qatari rider Mishal Al Naimi finished third.

In the other category Saudi rider Abdulaziz Bin Ladin won with  Fahad Al Sowaidi and Mahmmod Tannir finished second and third respectively.

Hungarian female rider Victoria Kis won the first race of the day and Shelina Moreda from the United States of America won the second race in the female race.

We congratulate all winners and applaud all participants for the healthy performance.

The next round for Qatar Superbike is on the 6th and 7th March.



Here are some captured moments by our team!


Highlights - Losail MX Championship Round 3

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Losail MX - Round 3

The big guys did well too at the Losail MX Round 3 last Saturday inspiring the younger ones and competing with thrill and adventure!


Motocross is a popular sport and Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation headed by the ever enthusiastic Mr. Nasser Khalifa al Attiyah is providing a great exposure, encouragement and entertainment for not only the Qatari Riders and fans but for the entire regional and international riders as well.


Jake Shipton, Jake Preston, Mohammed Jaffar, Ryan Blair, Barak Al Jasmi and Moaath Al Ansari were the winners for different categories. Congratulations to all of them.



Here are the captured moments of the MX Round 3. Enjoy!


Highlights - Losail Junior Motocross Championship - January



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Losail MX - Junior

Last Saturday Losail MX Championship was colourful with little guys entertaining at the Junior Motocross.

The idea of this off road motorcycle racing first originated in the United Kingdom from motorcycle trials competitions. This is a physically demanding sport held in different weather conditions all over the world,


Watching the little guys performing at Losail last weekend was indeed a pleasure and to see them taking that high leap and flying effortlessly was something that our team could not resist capturing!

The 13 years old Australian rider Nicholas Kefford won both races in his category of the MX Junior. Congratulations to him and well done to all of the little races.

Here are some fantastics moments. Enjoy!


Saturday, 17 January 2015

Highlights - Aquabike Championship Round 2

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Qatar Marine Sports Federation had the Aquabike Championship Round 2 today at the Corniche. Here are some moments captured by Rush360' team.


Thursday, 15 January 2015

Puppet Making - January

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These classes are part of VCUQatar Girls Program which is conducted during school holidays for girls ages 10 - 14.

Participants must buy their own materials and bring along. Payment can be made online here or visit the VCUQatar shop for in-person registration.

Here are the details
 
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This is a fun, hands-on, beginners’ level course about the making of hand puppets. You will learn basic hand-sewing and puppet design techniques, and the rest is up to your imagination.

Note: this course is taught in Arabic, however English speakers are welcome too

Start: Mon, 26 Jan, 2015
End: Wed, 4 Feb, 2015
Lessons: 4
Days: Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 12.45 PM - 2.45 PM
Location: VCUQatar, Room 390
(GPS Location of VCUQatar can be found at www.rush360.qa by searching for VCUQatar)
Cost: QAR 400 / US$ 110

Class Outline 
  • Introduction to puppet making and the different tools and techniques that will be used
  • Making the puppet
  • Making the puppet
  • Dressing and accessorizing the puppet

For details of the Instructor and more please visit http://www.qatar.vcu.edu/community/kd-puppet-making

Party Planning - January

These classes are part of VCUQatar Girls Program which is conducted during school holidays for girls ages 10 - 14.

Participants must buy their own materials and bring along. Payment can be made online here or visit the VCUQatar shop for in-person registration.

Here are the details
 
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This is a fun, hands-on, workshop about planning and preparing a special themed party. You will explore creative ideas for themes and learn how to make your own invitation cards, decorations, gift bags and food for your occasion. On the last day, we will use our creations and have a party to celebrate! 

Note: this course is taught in Arabic, however English speakers are welcome too

Start: Mon, 26 Jan, 2015
End: Wed, 4 Feb, 2015
Lessons: 4
Days: Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 3pm - 5pm
Location: VCUQatar, Room 390
(GPS Location of VCUQatar can be found at www.rush360.qa by searching for VCUQatar)
Cost: QAR 400 / US$ 110

Class Outline 
  • Choosing the theme and the essential components of the party. Making the invitation card
  • Designing and making decorations
  • Designing and making gifts and activities
  • Designing and making food, setting up the party space and partying!!!!

For details of the Instructor and more please visit http://www.qatar.vcu.edu/community/kc-party-planning

Gouache Painting - February

These classes are part of VCUQatar Girls Program which is conducted during school holidays for girls ages 10 - 14.

Participants must buy their own materials and bring along. Payment can be made online here or visit the VCUQatar shop for in-person registration.

Here are the details

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This class will introduce painting with gouache colors, potentials for this material, through teaching gouache color technique, how to apply, mix and blend colors , how to draw with brush strokes.  During the class students will see many examples of paintings and get to choose and copy two pieces, which will help them to see the values of the colors and relation between colors and object.

Note: this course is taught in Arabic, however English speakers are welcome too

Start: Sun, 1 Feb, 2015
End: Thu, 5 Feb, 2015
Lessons: 6
Days: Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 3pm - 5pm
Location: VCUQatar, Room 390
(GPS Location of VCUQatar can be found at www.rush360.qa by searching for VCUQatar)
Cost: QAR 600 / US$ 165

Class Outline 
  • Introduction to gouache color painting; learn how to begin painting, how to use the tools and materials, how to mix paints and achieve hues and tones as desired
  • Copy from picture and create first painting
  • Complete first painting
  • Copy from second piece and create the second painting
  • Work on second painting
  • Complete second painting

For details of the Instructor and more please visit http://www.qatar.vcu.edu/community/kb-gouache-painting

Ceramic Mosaics - January

These classes are part of VCUQatar Girls Program which is conducted during school holidays for girls ages 10 - 14.

Participants must buy their own materials and bring along. Payment can be made online here or visit the VCUQatar shop for in-person registration.

Here are the details 
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Ceramic Mosaics can transform an ordinary object into a colorful, shiny and unique, long lasting piece of art.


Bring an Object that you want to transform, you will get tiles and grout in class.

In this course you will create your own design and draw it on an object of your choice (a tray, a box, a vase, a jar, a mug or a frame – the choice is yours). You select the colors of tiles and grout in accordance with your theme and then start to have fun pasting the tiles on your object and grouting the joints. Discover the beauty of your piece while cleaning it from excess grout. 

Note: this course is taught in Arabic, however English speakers are welcome too

Start: Sun, 25 Jan, 2015
End: Thu, 5 Feb, 2015
Lessons: 6
Days: Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 12.45 PM - 2.45 PM
Location: VCUQatar, Room 390
(GPS Location of VCUQatar can be found at www.rush360.qa by searching for VCUQatar)
Cost: QAR 600 / US$ 165

Class Outline 
  • Introduction to the technique, tools and materials. See examples of work and start creating your own design
  • Refine your design and finalize it, select your tiles and grout
  • Start pasting tiles on your object with cold silicon
  • Complete pasting the tiles
  • Apply grout in the joints between the tiles
  • Clean your object from excess grout and discover the beauty of your design


For details of the Instructor and more please visit http://www.qatar.vcu.edu/community/ka-ceramic-mosaics

Basic Photography for children ages 10-14 - January

VCUQatar is offering Basic Photography for children classes this spring. These classes are for Children ages 10 - 14

Participants must buy their own materials and bring along. Payment can be made online here or visit the VCUQatar shop for in-person registration.

Here are the details:
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This class is for children who like to take pictures and want to learn how to do it better!

Learn the basics of photography and improve your practical and technical skills. Express yourself with your photographs and make your camera your best friend!
  
Start: Sun, 25 Jan, 2015
End: Tue, 3 Feb, 2015
Lessons: 4
Days: Sundays and Tuesdays
Time: 5pm - 7pm
Location: VCUQatar, Room 181
(GPS Location of VCUQatar can be found at www.rush360.qa by searching for VCUQatar)
Cost: QAR 500 / US$ 137.50

Class Outline 
  • Introduction to basic concepts of photography
  • Practical demos
  • Shooting exercises
  • Editing and sharing your work



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Color and Pattern Workshop for children ages ages 11 - 14 - February

VCUQatar is offering Color and Pattern Workshop for children this spring. These classes are for Children ages 11 - 14

Participants must buy their own materials and bring along. Payment can be made online here or visit the VCUQatar shop for in-person registration.

Here are the details.
 
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This Workshop will develop an understanding of colour mixing and development of pattern and repeat pattern using a wide range of media

Start: Sun, 8 Feb, 2015
End: Sun, 22 Mar, 2015
Lessons: 8, no classes on March 1st and 8th
Days: Sundays
Time: 5pm - 7pm
Location: VCUQatar, Room 177
(GPS Location of VCUQatar can be found at www.rush360.qa by searching for VCUQatar)
Cost: QAR 500 / US$ 137.50
  
Class Outline 
Please note that this schedule is flexible and may change according to needs arising 
  • Introduction to Colour – The Colour Wheel, Primary, Secondary and Tertiary colours, family of colours, Warm and Cool, Complimentary colours
  • From listening to music create abstract work focusing on feelings through colour, line and pattern. Look at Kandinsky’s work
  • From the abstract paintings take a section and learn about repeat pattern. Rotation and reflection.
  • Add colour to the smaller repeat patterns and enlarge a favourite piece onto A3 paper
  • Add colour to each of the four sections using different media – collage, paint, ink and colour pencil
For details of the Instructor and more please visit http://www.qatar.vcu.edu/community/47-c3-color-and-pattern-workshop-for-children-ages-11-14

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Color and Pattern Workshop for Children ages 8-10 - February

VCUQatar is offering Color and Pattern Workshop for Children this spring. These classes are for Children ages 8 - 10.

Participants must buy their own materials and bring along. Payment can be made online here or visit the VCUQatar shop for in-person registration.

Here are the details. 
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This Workshop will develop an understanding of colour mixing and development of pattern and repeat pattern using a wide range of media.

Start: Mon, 9 Feb, 2015
End: Mon, 23 Mar, 2015
Lessons: 5, no classes on March 2nd and 9th
Days: Mondays
Time: 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Location: VCUQatar, Room 177
(GPS Location of VCUQatar can be found at www.rush360.qa by searching for VCUQatar)
Cost: QAR 500 / US$ 137.50

Class Outline 
Please note that this schedule is flexible and may change according to needs arising 
  • Introduction to Colour – The Colour Wheel, Primary, Secondary and Tertiary colours, family of colours, Warm and Cool, Complimentary colours
  • From listening to music create abstract work focusing on feelings through colour, line and pattern. Look at Kandinsky’s work
  • From the abstract paintings take a section and learn about repeat pattern. Rotation and reflection.
  • Add colour to the smaller repeat patterns and enlarge a favourite piece onto A3 paper
  • Add colour to each of the four sections using different media – collage, paint, ink and colour pencil
For details of the Instructor and more please visit http://www.qatar.vcu.edu/community/46-c2-color-and-pattern-workshop-for-children-ages-8-10

Explore all community classes of VCUQatar here http://www.qatar.vcu.edu/community