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Chris Rice has given a testimonial regarding Mr A Kassim's work and organisation. Alink below will give you a brief details of the organisation.

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"From Minarets to St Paul's Cathedral" Lorraine Hamid gives a fascinating talk, Lost in Translation, recalling how Ottoman and Iranian art influenced famous British buildings such as Layton Hall, Brighton Pavilion and others.An insight into how Islamic architecture design played a part in influencing western buildings.Nasheed music from leading young British Muslim Artist, Aashiq-al-Rasul overwhelmed the audiences with their performances in Arabic and Urdu.And a thought-provoking talk drawn from many faiths and none by the director of the Khayaal Theatre, Luquman Ali, was much enjoyed by the audience in which he reflected on the role of art in Islam and storytelling as the best means for cultures, faith and traditions to understand each other.

Islamic art calligraphy working with patients and staff from the hospital through the work shop identifying theorpatic value and promote wellbeign of the patient.

MK Islamic Arts Heritage and Culture in partnership with Helen Taylor held free Arts workshops for students to learn about Islamic arts and the ancient craft of illumination at local different schools and was supported by Community Foundation.This was a unique opportunity to learn about Islamic Arts and its contribution to the Education syllabus.Artist Ayesha Gamiet said: "The workshops gave a short introduction into the art of Islamic manuscript illumination. For centuries, Muslim artists have used gold, ink and brightly coloured paints to illuminate and beautify Qur'anic calligraphy.

Milton Keynes Art Heritage and Culture organised a Fusion of Islamic Arts at the Centre:MK.
With thanks to Milton Keynes College, The Centre:MK, Arts Association, Award for All, The Community Foundation, The Radical Middle Way and everyone else who helped out on the day.

On Friday 28th September 2007, a Ramadan conference was held at MK College. There were many prestigious speakers on the night and was also an opportunity for the community to come together and learn about the festival. askMK spoke to the event organiser Anouar Kassim from Milton Keynes Art heritage & Culture organisation (MKAC) on the night.

Anouar Kassim from the Milton Keynes Art Heritage and Culture organisation is this week's guest on Talkin' MK with Lincoln Bedeau.