Notan, the Light & Dark: a Japanese Design Principle Workshop with Sumera Khan

Explore the timeless principle of Notan, the Japanese art of balance between light and dark. In this workshop, participants will study black-and-white reproductions of master paintings and photographs to uncover the underlying value structures that create harmony and strength in composition. Through guided exercises, you’ll translate these observations into your own Notan studies, learning to simplify complex images into balanced, expressive designs.

This workshop is part of Sumera Khan's Sketchbook Stories series, which aims to help artists discover new ways to create in their sketchbooks and beyond!

All materials will be provided.

Instructor: Sumera Khan

Times: 1-3pm

Date: Saturday, March 28

Registration Details: 2 hour session

Ages 16+

Please note! Art Noise requires a minimum of 4 participants to run any class or workshop. Classes or workshops that do not hit the minimum participant requirement will be cancelled with a 72 hour notice. 

100% refunds will only be given if the cancellation is made up to 7 days (1 week) prior to the class/workshop start date, and no refunds will be given less than 1 week prior to the start of class. However the option to transfer to another class (if space available) or store credit will be offered instead. If a participant missed the class/workshop without prior notice, Art Noise reserves the right to deny a class transfer or store credit to compensate for materials purchased and Instructor wages.