workshops & activities
Explore a wide range of programs and resources carefully curated to cater to diverse audiences, providing you with the opportunity to deeply engage with art and unleash your creativity.
Sounds of emotion
September 5, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
When words are difficult, music can speak.
Join Jawhara Elias, Dramatherapist and Musicologist, in a creative therapeutic space where you can:
• Express emotions through sound and music
• Explore feelings in a safe and supportive environment
• Reduce stress and tension
• Communicate beyond words
• Discover your own musical and emotional voice
No musical experience is required.
Age: 20+
Price: $20 (snacks included)
Jawhara Elias is a Dramatherapist and Musicologist with extensive experience in arts and education. She holds a Master’s degree in Dramatherapy and a degree in Musicology.
She works with children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups, using drama and the arts to support emotional expression, personal development, communication, and well-being.
Her approach creates a safe and creative space for individuals to explore and express themselves through drama and the arts.
From Emotion to Expression
September 12, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
A journey to self-discovery through drama.
Dare to be yourself as Jawhara guides you to:
• Explore your inner world
• Express your true self
• Transform emotions into art
Age: 20+
Price: $20 (snacks included)
Jawhara Elias is a Dramatherapist and Musicologist with extensive experience in arts and education. She holds a Master’s degree in Dramatherapy and a degree in Musicology.
She works with children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups, using drama and the arts to support emotional expression, personal development, communication, and well-being.
Her approach creates a safe and creative space for individuals to explore and express themselves through drama and the arts.
july art workshops at MACAM for adults
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Linocut Stamp Making
with Diala Nammour
Date: Sunday, July 14
Time: Three hours (4:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Fee: $20 (all materials included)
Level: Design or art experience is a plus!
Explore the world of linocut stamp making! Learn carving techniques and design tips to create unique stamps for various projects.
What You’ll Learn:
• Carving and shaping techniques
• Inking and stamping methods
• Creative applications for your stamps
About Diala Nammour
Diala studied graphic design before immersing herself in relief printing at studios in Paris, Aubervilliers and, more recently, Beirut. She creates detailed miniature linocuts.
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Landscape Painting in Watercolor
with Christine Abou Rached
Date: Sunday, July 21
Time: Two hours (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Fee: $20 (all materials included)
Level: All levels welcome
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty around MACAM and capture it through watercolor painting.
What You’ll Learn:
• Techniques for creating depth and texture
• Color mixing and blending
• Composition tips for dynamic landscapes
About Christine Abou Rached
Christine is a multifaceted Lebanese artist with a Master’s in Fine Arts. She owns C3 Sisters Shop, blending artistic creativity with entrepreneurship.
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Two-Day Screen Printing
with Fadi Al Melhem
Date: Saturday, July 27 & Sunday, July 28
Time: Eight hours (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM)
Fee: $45 (includes art materials and snacks)
Requirements: Art or design experience
Join us for a comprehensive two-day screen printing workshop. Learn the fundamentals of screen printing, from screen preparation to printing on various materials.
What You’ll Learn:
• Screen preparation and stencil creation
• Printing techniques and tips
• Experimenting with different materials
About Fadi Al Melhem
Fadi, a Printmaking graduate and founding partner of Studio Kunukku, brings his extensive experience to guide you through this immersive workshop.
summer creative workshops for kids and families
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Sculpture activity: Modeling Clay
Inspired by assemblage sculpture, this workshop is a refreshing and creative take on clay modeling. We will create elements that once assembled take dimensional form.
Price: $15
From 4 to 20 participants. Minimum age of 6.
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Sculpture activity: Sculpting with plaster
Surprise yourself with shapes and transform emotions into abstract forms.
Price: $20
From 4 to 8 participants. Minimum age of 6.
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Eco-responsible art: Paper-Making
Learn how to make your own paper from A to Z in this eco-conscious activity. We will also learn about binding!
Price: $10
From 4 to 8 participants. Minimum age of 7.
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Eco-responsible art: Pigment Art
Create a landscape in MACAM’s inspiring outdoor space overlooking the sea. Color it with pigments in this fun and eco-responsible activity
Price: $15
From 4 to 10 participants. Minimum age of 7.
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Printmaking: Arabesque Design
Have fun with geometry and design going back to traditional Arab art. The little ones will experiment with elements from nature.
Price: $10
From 4 to 15 participants. Minimum age of 5.
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Printmaking: Tote bag
customize your unique tote bag by creating a unique print.
Price: $25
From 4 to 10 participants. Minimum age of 8.
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Caricature portrait
The art of exaggeration: learn about proportions and break the rules!
Price: $10
From 4 to 15 participants. Minimum age of 6.
art activities
Experience the engaging world of art-making as a pathway to learning and understanding through the workshops offered at MACAM. These workshops revolve around themes inspired by our permanent exhibition. These two-hour sessions blend close observation of artworks with hands-on experimentation.
The museum is the perfect place to foster creativity and there is true power in self-expression through art. Children will learn real artistic skills while having fun. Focus and freedom go hand in hand, all in a nurturing, non-competitive, and respectful environment.
