# Event Details - **Event Name**: Seeking the Light: Full Day Illumination Workshop with Behnaz Karjoo - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: A one day workshop exploring the meditative art of Islamic Illumination, tazhib, with NY based artist Behnaz Karjoo. Lunch included.About this EventThe Art of Islamic Illumination (tazhib)Reed Society is delighted to present Behnaz Karjoo to guide you through the intricate art of Islamic Illumination. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to explore the beauty of this artform.No prior experience needed.This is a full day program.Location will be shared upon registration.About the Artist: Behnaz Karjo studied jewelry design and photography at the Fashion Institute of Technology before embarking on the classical arts. Under the mentorship of Mujgan Baskoylu, a distinguished master in Turkish illumination, miniature painting, and paper cutting, Behnaz began her practice and earned her ijazet, a certificate of mastery in illumination, in 2016. In addition to tazhib, she practices miniature art and square kufic calligraphy. She is a member of the New York Islamic Arts collective, and she collaborates regularly with Reed Society for the Sacred Arts.Behnaz has exhibited her works internationally, including San Francisco, New York, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Istanbul, Kuwait City, Sharjah and other cities. Her workshops and lectures have drawn audiences from around the world, where she introduces students at all levels to techniques of illumination, in both academic and community-driven spaces, including Frist Art Museum and the University of Pennsylvania among others. Behnaz holds the belief that while classical arts, including illumination, have a timeless foundation, their potential for innovation and growth is boundless. Read more here.The Reed Society for the Sacred Arts (RSSA) cultivates a global network of artists and musicians to preserve and promote the cultural, intellectual, and spiritual wisdom woven into sacred art forms and connect to contemporary art practices. The Reed Society's work serves not only as a platform for cultural preservation but also as a source of healing and reconnection for diverse populations, particularly diaspora communities, immigrants, and refugees seeking to engage with their heritage.In collaboration with leading artists and institutions, our organization curates a rich array of multidisciplinary programming including Arabic and Ottoman calligraphy, Islamic illumination (tazhib/tehzib), sacred geometry, and traditional music forms like Qawwali and Sufi-inspired vocal traditions through hands-on workshops, immersive retreats, musical performances, academic lectures, and exhibitions.The Reed Society has partnered with organizations such as the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art, The Walters Art Museum, The Kennedy Center, and major universities including Harvard, George Washington University and Stanford.Keep the connection alive — Join our newsletter for upcoming Reed Society programs and events.For questions or to register, please contact: admin@reedsociety.org - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bethesda/seeking-the-light-full-day-illumination-workshop-with-behnaz-karjoo/100001976771266070 - **Event Categories**: art, workshops, fine-arts, music, exhibitions, entertainment, it, live-music, drawing-painting - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 161.9, max: 161.9, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Bethesda - **state**: MD - **country**: United States - **location**: Reed Society for Sacred Arts - **lat**: 38.990104 - **long**: -77.1871067 - **full address**: Reed Society for Sacred Arts, Holly Leaf Lane, Bethesda, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Seeking the Light: Full Day Illumination Workshop with Behnaz Karjoo - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/49f9571d691d251dc4c7ca2f43864152823c28016bba23d68e75b0df84e239fc-rimg-w798-h862-dc1e2758-gmir.jpg?v=1766273409 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Seeking the Light: Full Day Illumination Workshop with Behnaz Karjoo being held? - **A:** Seeking the Light: Full Day Illumination Workshop with Behnaz Karjoo takes place on Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Reed Society for Sacred Arts, Holly Leaf Lane, Bethesda, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Seeking the Light: Full Day Illumination Workshop with Behnaz Karjoo? - **A:** Tickets for Seeking the Light: Full Day Illumination Workshop with Behnaz Karjoo are priced at USD 162 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 162 + USD 12 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Seeking the Light: Full Day Illumination Workshop with Behnaz Karjoo? - **A:** Seeking the Light: Full Day Illumination Workshop with Behnaz Karjoo is organized by Reed Society for the Sacred Arts. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Seeking the Light: Full Day Illumination Workshop with Behnaz Karjoo is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bethesda, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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