Walied Khoury, a blacksmith and craftsman, invites you to a unique experience that combines art, tradition, and a fascinating personal story.
The meeting takes place in the picturesque village of Fassuta and includes a live demonstration in the studio, in which Walied shapes a strip of iron into an impressive sculpture using ancient traditional methods, by heating it over coals and meticulous handwork.
During the demonstration, Walied shares with the participants his personal journey and the path that led him to specialize in this rare and unique craft.
Following the visit, participants enter the gallery that displays a variety of sculptures, artwork, designed furniture, and hear about the creative process, inspiration, and establishment of the place.
The experience ends on the balcony overlooking the spectacular Galilee views — a moment of peace, clear mountain air, and connection to the magical atmosphere of Fassuta.
When? Saturday, July 25, 11:30 am – 1 pm
Where? Fassuta
Price: 75 NIS per person, including a demonstration, artist talk, gallery tour, hot and cold drinks and light refreshments.
Phone: 072-3957562
Notes: Possibility to buy sculptures from the gallery
Walied, born in Fassuta, only began sculpting and forging iron at the age of 40. Since then, he has won competitions in Israel and around the world, and his love for iron can be seen in the sculptures he creates, each of which has its own story.
Western Galilee Now is a registered non-profit grassroots organization (NGO) promoting awareness and appreciation for the region’s boutique wines, beers, food and produce, along with its cultural diversity, its historic traditions and the area’s scenic routes nestled between the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea acting as a Chamber of Commerce to boutique tourism operators in the region.
We expose the visitors to the unique heritage and hospitality through workshops, culinary events, art, music, guides tours, festivals and also through our Tourist Information Center in Akko, owned by JNF USA which we were chosen to operate since Jan. 2016.
Our vision is to develop local and foreign tourism based on close cooperation between all the interested parties in the region.
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