SHARJAH, UAE- A hands-on pattern-printing workshop at the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2026) introduced young visitors to the creative possibilities of visual art, inviting participants aged 11–17 to experiment with colours, shapes and patterns at the fair’s Creative Industries District.
Using paper as their canvas, participants placed shaped materials onto its surface and applied paint with brushes to produce prints in a variety of forms. By experimenting with different shapes, colours and arrangements, they created individual compositions and discovered how simple materials could become expressive artworks.
“The workshop encourages participants to experiment freely with colours, shapes and patterns, discovering how different combinations can produce unexpected and beautiful results,” said Sarah Mizher, workshop moderator.
“What makes this activity special is that there is no single right way to create. Each participant can explore their own ideas, try different techniques and see how their imagination takes shape on paper,” she added.
Rather than following a single design, participants could develop their own compositions, making each printed work a reflection of their individual creativity.
The workshop formed part of SIBF 2026’s Creative Industries District programme, which introduces young visitors to different forms of artistic expression through hands-on activities that complement the fair’s literary and cultural offerings.
The 45th (SIBF 2026), organised by the Sharjah Book Authority, runs until November 15 at Expo Centre Sharjah under the theme ‘A World of Stories’. The fair features an extensive programme of cultural events, workshops, interactive activities and literary discussions, bringing together readers, authors, publishers and creative talents from around the world.
