Talks & Workshops
Our signature Aravrit talks & workshops will get you inspired and cultivate your own big dreams
These gatherings have been tried and tested by thousands of creative minds. Delivered in an engaging way, being open and honest, full of takeaways to be applied to any creative idea.
And no, you definitely don’t have to be artsy to participate (trust me, I can’t draw myself!)
Our Talks & Workshops
If you are looking for a talk or a workshop to bring to your organisation, you are in the right place.
Through letters and language, the daily tools that communication is built upon, Aravrit sends a powerful message that transmits to hopeful life in Israel, side by side. Aravrit is complicated to design and create. The process is long and thorough, aiming to have every word in each script very clear and legible. However, the result is simple. The viewer reads the words without any effort while feeling the ease of the possibility of a life together.
that is our own.
The gatherings are custom-designed for intimate or large groups. They are suitable for all ages, taking into account the interests of the participants. The gatherings maintain a relaxed and fun atmosphere, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and plenty of time for expression of opinions. We also offer a package of several workshops, or a talk and a workshop.
The participants will get:
- A broader perspective on what meaningful activism is, and how it can apply to any interest or skills.
- Inspiration to create by using one’s own toolbox
- A beyond-the-default critical view of life
- A better eye for observing, noticing the daily surroundings and our environment
- An understanding that any part of our lives can be used to send a message.
- A hope for a better future
Caution, they may get inspired and start a new project 😉
Talks
Flagship Talk
Our flagship talk covers the story of Aravrit, from the very beginning: the idea sparked by observing the Israeli urban space.
Included in the talk: the process of the new hybrid writing system, challenges and reactions from the public, evolving of the project, relation to education and some inspiring stories.
Research Focused Talk
This talk covers the story behind Aravrit, with emphasis on the different research stages: signage, history of the scripts, visual, optical and theoretical research.
Researching for the purpose of visual design requires specific methods that will be explained.
Bite-Size Talk
This talks includes the Aravrit story and its important milestones. The talk’s length is up to 15 minutes, and mostly chosen to inspire the audience and keep them thinking.
Workshops
Flagship Workshop
Our flagship workshop consists of a short introduction to Aravrit, followed by a discussion and a hands-on exercise.
The participants will write a word of their choice in Aravrit, through exploration of readability. Personal guidance will be given. Finally, the designed hybrid word will be written on a postcard, ready to be shipped to loved ones, or hung at home.
Postcards are included in the price, and a full list of required material will be given upon request.
Children's workshop
This workshop is for elementary school aged children. It begins with a short explanation about Aravrit, in a children’s level. Several exercises will be then worked on together, focusing on the concept of hybridity.
We will be asking ourselves how different objects can be combined and create something new. While children experiment in creation, they are also exposed to concepts of observing, languages and diversity.
This workshop is energetic and fun, and children leave with creations to take home.
Collective Creation Workshop
After the flagship workshop part, the participants will be creating a new word in a collaborative process. This word, will be then painted/created in three-dimensions to be placed and present the concepts that Aravrit discusses.
This workshop is longer (2.5-3 hours) and works best if the participents know each other.
Testimonials
About Liron Lavi Turkenich
I’m Liron , an independent typeface designer and a researcher (and many other things). I hold a master’s degree in Typeface design from the University of Reading in the UK and a degree in Visual Communications. I find great interest in multilingual typeface design, and specialise in Hebrew and Amharic.
I also lead the mentorship program of Alphabettes and have experience in organising a yearly international conference about typefaces. Aravrit is where my heart is.
About Aravrit
Aravrit is an experimental writing system presenting a set of hybrid letters merging Hebrew and Arabic. Each letter is composed of Arabic on the upper half and a Hebrew on the bottom half.
In Aravrit, one can read any chosen language, without ignoring the other one, which is always present.
Get in touch today to book an Aravrit gathering.
Inspiration and new ideas are guaranteed.
Selected videos and press
We are very fortunate to have been featured in some amazing places. Click to read more about Aravrit.
