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MEET AMANNE
Amanne Sharif is a Palestinian Tatreez artist based in the San Francisco Bay Area, deeply inspired by her heritage and family’s legacy. Guided by the stories of her maternal grandmother, a refugee displaced from Al-Qubab village in the Ramleh region of Palestine in 1948, Amanne’s art is a testament to resilience, identity, and cultural pride. Though her grandparents resettled in Brazil, they preserved their Palestinian identity, instilling in Amanne a deep love for her heritage and a commitment to keeping Palestinian traditions alive.
Through her work, Amanne honors her ancestors by fusing traditional motifs with her own artistic voice, creating pieces that reclaim stolen land and defy attempts to erase Palestinian identity. Through Min Amanne Tatreez Designs, where she shares her craft through art, education, and community-building initiatives. She also co-hosts Tatreez Talk, a podcast dedicated to uplifting Palestinian Tatreez artists worldwide, and co-founded The Tatreez Retreat, a space for artists to connect, learn, and celebrate this cultural tradition.
Amanne is committed to making Tatreez accessible to all, organizing monthly SF Bay Area Tatreez Circle gatherings for Palestinians and allies. She also teaches virtual and in-person workshops, with previous clients including LinkedIn, Google, Stanford University, Pixar, and the San Francisco Arts Commission. Her work is more than an artistic practice—it is a movement to preserve and celebrate the rich heritage of Palestinian embroidery for future generations.
Photography credit to Nader Khouri..
SHOP MIN AMANNE TATREEZ DESIGNS.
We cannot contain our excitement every time we open a Min Amanne Tatreez Kit. This is what the craft world has been missing and we are honoured to have it here at YA SOKO.
TATREEZ KITS
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Virtual Photo Tatreez Workshop (Pre-Recorded)
Please note you are purchasing a pre-recorded virtual class. This is not a live class session. After purchase please allow 2-3 days to receive full access to the private class recording video. You will receive a separate email from YouTube with access to a private video. Please note, this access is only given to the email account used to purchase the class.
Join Palestinian Tatreez artist Amanne Sharif for an engaging pre-recorded virtual workshop where you'll learn to stitch traditional Palestinian embroidery (Tatreez) directly onto your favorite photographs. This unique experience blends Palestinian cultural heritage with modern creativity, allowing you to celebrate the beauty of Palestinian embroidery in a new, personal way. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced stitcher, this workshop will guide you through creating a meaningful piece of Palestinian textile art while honoring the tradition of hand-stitched Tatreez.
Note: Basic knowledge of Tatreez stitching is required, as this class will not cover the fundamentals.
Learn about the essential materials for photo Tatreez
Watch a demonstration of designing and executing photo Tatreez pieces (including some digitizing tips and tricks)
Discuss the logistics of this mixed-medium art form
Address questions from the design process
Receive a post-class assignment to design your own photo Tatreez pattern
What you'll receive:
Upon registration, you will receive access to the pre-recorded class video through a private YouTube link. The video can only be viewed through your registered email address. Please allow 48-72 hours for access.
Downloadable materials list and three pre-designed grids
Additional Information
Class is pre-recorded and access will be given through the email you registered with
This workshop is perfect for photography enthusiasts, embroidery lovers, and those interested in Palestinian cultural arts
Learn a unique way to personalize and enhance your cherished photographs
Please reach out to Amanne directly with any questions you might have throughout the process