Symmetry in Nature: Motifs of the Butterfly

Pera Kids
Ages 7-12

  • March 15, 2025 / 13:30

After a guided tour of Coffee Break, children examine the nature-inspired symmetrical motifs of Kütahya tiles and ceramics, and in the workshop, they decorate the wings of their butterfly-shaped canvases inspired by tile motifs. The children determine which motif to use by rolling the dice according to a numbered motif table and color the wings of their butterflies by using these motifs in the repetition, color, and direction they wish.

Capacity: 12 people
Duration: 90 minutes
Fee per workshop: 400 TL

The event will take place at the Pera Museum.

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