Introduction to Bookbinding
Location:
Jeddah
Course Duration:
10 days / 40 training hours
Date and Time:
3rd May to 14th May (10am - 3pm)
Course Language:
Arabic
Number of Seats:
12
All Wrth programs are offered free of charge to Saudi nationals.
About the course
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has placed special emphasis on the craft of traditional bookbinding, which has a vital role in preserving Arab and Islamic heritage and safeguarding knowledge across generations. This course introduces participants to this foundational art.
Attendees will get a historical overview of traditional bookbinding and its development, as well as an introduction to the tools of the craft and how to use them. They will be guided through a step-by-step exploration of the four main stages of manual binding, culminating in the production of a traditionally bound book, crafted using authentic techniques.
Outcomes
By the end of the course participants will be able to:
- Understand the history and significance of bookbinding in the Kingdom
- Use bookbinding tools competently and confidently
- Create a traditionally bound book
Entry Requirements
This course is open to all community members aged 18 years and above, who have a high school diploma or higher accreditation.