Arts and Crafts Centre

Vision

Within the framework of the GEM Learning Sector, the GEM Arts & Crafts Centre will play a crucial role in establishing art and design standards in education throughout Egypt.

The Centre will help preserve traditional Egyptian craftsmanship, an important aspect of the country's intangible cultural heritage, while fostering new economic opportunities. By supporting the practices of experienced craftspeople and nurturing the talents of emerging artists and designers, the GEM Arts & Crafts Centre is committed to cultivating a robust community focused on teaching, learning and research, thereby articulating a powerful vision for art and design in Egypt.

Mission

The GEM Arts & Crafts Centre is a critical and essential component of the cultural landscape at GEM. Designed to serve as a premier facility for the practice of applied arts and design, the GEM Arts & Crafts Centre will facilitate the fusion of ancient Egyptian culture and techniques with modern, innovative technological applications to produce remarkable results.

Motivated by the wonders of ancient Egyptian culture, students and trainees will acquire knowledge of the art and design processes that encompass creation, exhibition, promotion and distribution.

GEM Arts & Crafts Centre aims to empower Egyptian artists, designers and craftspeople, fostering a vibrant cultural infrastructure for the future, while attracting students from around the world through the exceptional quality of its programmes. GEM will be a ground-breaking institution where scholars and practitioners come together to teach, create and inspire, with the aim of producing remarkable original works and high quality products.