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Although one of the smallest of the Moroccan medinas, Tetouan is unquestionably the most complete and it has been largely untouched by subsequent outside influences. – UNESCO (whc.unesco.org) Tetouan, Morocco is a jewel of a city that lies off the well worn paths of big tourism and commerce. Situated in the North of Morocco, on the …
Thank you to all who came out to our first Tetouan Drum Circle at Blanco Riad! It was a beautiful pre-spring evening in the garden cafe of Blanco Riad when the rhythm began. Overall, 12 percussionists played for about as many who came just to enjoy, clap and tap their feet. Enjoy a quick snippet …
Rhythm an unheard conversation and other reflections from Poet and Fiber Artist in Residence Carrie Mixon. Re-posted from her blog with permission… Thanks Carrie! There are many things you don’t imagine yourself doing in a certain span of time like this. Watching Turkish historical dramas is one for me. The sound of Arabic and stringed instruments from …
Fiber Artist in Residence Carrie Mixon shares some poignant reflections on cultural exploration and getting into her “creative groove” during her residency at Green Olive Arts. Re-posted from her blog with permission… Thanks Carrie! getting into the creative groove… It’s hard to believe, but I’ve been in Morocco for 3 weeks now, and it’s been quite …
It’s an honor to have Carrie Mixon at Green Olive Arts helping us to see and feel In this very personal entry, re-posted from her blog, Carrie seeks an anchor in the wind of sensory overload during her first week in Tetouan, Morocco. Here by Carrie Mixon So many small things strike with force: Here. Here. And here. Winds …
Looking for a plein air painting workshop for 2015? Wait until you see the gorgeous line-up of outings we are preparing for the 2015 plein air painting workshop in Tetouan, Morocco. You’ll stay in a beautifully restored Moroccan “riad” in the old city, just minutes from the King’s palace, busy markets, tea cafes, and the …
Shaping art from a berber heart Tetouan born Mohamed Senhaji now lives and works in the eastern city of Oujda, but his current work is on exhibition at the Meki Megara Gallery in Tetouan until November 28, 2014. This exhibition is one of four gallery shows of the 2014 Night of Galleries, a new initiative only …
My Morocco Art Residency – Impressions and Memories, by Carleigh Boyd Carleigh Boyd, Artist in Residence at Green Olive Arts from summer 2013, has created a video of her “impressions and memories” from her residency. Enjoy, Morocco from Carleigh’s perspective!! “Everywhere we go, everyone we meet, leaves an impression. We remember who we’ve spoken with, …
The following is a reposting of a blog written by former Green Olive Arts Writer in Residence, Fiona Leonard. Fiona is an author and blogger. Check out her blog, you’ll be glad you did! ————— My Writing Process The notion that writing is a lonely pursuit is a myth. Solitary it may be – you certainly spend …