Marionette Carving Workshop with Mohamed Fawzy Bakkar

Discover the art of marionette creation in an immersive hands-on workshop led by acclaimed visual artist and master puppeteer Mohamed Fawzy Bakkar. Known for his exquisitely crafted puppets and his teaching roles at leading arts institutions across Egypt, Mohamed guides participants through the essential techniques of carving, shaping, and constructing expressive wooden puppets.

Learn how to sculpt character features, build balanced puppet bodies, and understand the mechanics that allow marionettes to move with precision and personality. Throughout the workshop, Mohamed shares professional methods drawn from his extensive experience designing, building, and performing in contemporary puppet theatre.

By the end, every participant will have carved their own marionette to take home—along with foundational carving skills to continue exploring this unique art form. Ideal for artists, educators, hobbyists, and anyone curious about the magic of puppetry.

What You’ll Learn

• Puppet carving and sculpting techniques
• How to design and build a functional marionette
• Professional insights from a master puppeteer
• Hands-on guidance from start to finish