Islam Aly

Feb 28

Islam Aly (he/him) is a book artist and a lecturer in Design at Helwan University's College of Art Education. He holds a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Art Education from Helwan University and earned a Ph.D. in Teaching and Learning with a concentration in Art Education from the University of Iowa.

Furthering his passion for book arts, Islam pursued an MFA in Book Arts at the University of Iowa, where he started his approach to integrating historical bookbinding techniques with contemporary digital technologies. His work operates at the intersection of culture, technology, and aesthetics, exploring how traditional bookbinding methods can be reimagined within modern book art practices. Through his artistic practice, he pushes the boundaries of the medium, blending historical craftsmanship with digital innovation to create thought-provoking artist books.

Workshops with Islam Aly

Artist Talk: Material, Structure, and Narrative in Artists' Books

Jun 26

In-Person, Visiting Artist, Public Program

We're delighted to welcome Islam Aly back to MCBA’s studios for an artist talk and workshops!

In-Person, Visiting Artist, Public Program

Exploring Arabic Typography with Wood Type, Plates, and Letterpress

Jun 27

Workshop, In-Person, Beginner, Printing, Visiting Artist

Explore Arabic typography's rich history and contemporary possibilities in this hands-on, in-person workshop using wood type, plates, and letterpress printing.

Workshop, In-Person, Beginner, Printing, Visiting Artist