Late Night Art at The Crescent

Our current Late Night Art series has been curated by Conall McCauley! Conall is working with talented Befast-based artists to bring you a series of creative hands-on activities.

For September's edition of Late Night Art, join us for Persian Tile Painting with Iranian artist, educator and Anaka Art Collective Member Mahsa Jahangirpour. 

This craft will explore traditional Iranian motifs. These motifs appear in luxurious Persian carpets, stunning tilework, handwoven textiles, ceramics, manuscripts, and magnificent architecture, each telling a story of history, nature, and spirituality.

Iranian motifs often draw inspiration from floral patterns, geometric shapes, and mythical creatures, reflecting a deep sense of harmony, balance, and symbolism. These designs are not merely decoration—they are a window into the soul of Iranian art and heritage.

Come join us and learn how to:

🎨 Recreate the details and harmony of Iranian motifs in your own artwork

🎨 Combine traditional colours and forms with your personal creativity

🎨 Craft a unique piece of art that embodies the spirit of both ancient and modern Iran. 

No experience or booking needed - this is a free event with all materials and refreshments provided. As always, no experience or booking required - but get down early to grab a spot! Come along and simply bring yourself, maybe a friend and pop in for a relaxed creative session.

Practical Info: 

• When: Late Night Art is the first Thursday of the month and activity is between 5.30 - 7.30pm 
• Location: Cafe Husk at The Crescent
• You don’t need to pre-book, and you can pop in any time
• All art materials, tea, coffee and wine provided
• About 14 people can participate at any one time, but there’s plenty of space around to enjoy refreshments, or maybe take it turns with someone! 

Do join us and soak up the atmosphere of Late Night Art, get creative and immerse yourself in Belfast’s art scene.

Mahsa Jahangirpour is an an Iranian born painter, Artist educator and Anaka Arts Collective member based in Belfast. Mahsa combines Iranian calligraphy with Celtic Irish art, drawing inspiration from historic manuscripts and scriptural verses including a mix of traditional Persian calligraphy, nomadic imagery and Celtic cultures that reflect her journey from Iran to Ireland and her journey as a mental health advocate. Mahsa has worked throughout Belfast as a workshop facilitator and has hosted major solo exhibitions at Arts for All and the Queen's Film Theatre in 2025.

Conall McCauley is a Belfast-based Artist, Filmmaker and Arts Coordinator. Conall has a BA in Film Studies from Queen's University Belfast and has worked throughout Ireland as a freelance sound artist, animator, arts festival coordinator and curator. Conall is the 2025/26 Late Night Art Curator at The Crescent Arts Centre, and is focused on workshop collaborations with community outreach organisations.

For over 10 years Late Night Art has run across the whole of Belfast on the first Thursday of every month with many galleries opening their doors for an evening celebration of the vibrant visual arts scene.