presents the first children's series set in the heart of Medina

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Walad Madinah

Walad Madinah is a cross-media project based on the Foulane Family series.

Produced by Studio BDouin and directed by Norédine Allam, this project aims to offer Muslim families wholesome and educational entertainment.

Stylized illustration of a character walking. The figure is depicted in black silhouette with white clothing, wearing what appears to be a long robe or tunic and a small hat or skullcap. The character is shown walking, with a slightly forward-leaning posture. Stylized illustration of a character walking. The figure is depicted in black silhouette with white clothing, wearing what appears to be a long robe or tunic and a head covering. The character is pointing forward while walking.
Cover of 'La Famille Foulane, Tome 1: Le Robot Intelligent' by Norédine Allam. The illustration shows a family of four people, one boy, one girl, the father and the mother standing in awe around a large glowing egg-shaped object on a table. The background is split into a warm brown and a cool blue light, and the family members are dressed in traditional attire.
Cover of 'La Famille Foulane, Tome 2: Camping (Presque) Sauvage' by Norédine Allam. The illustration shows a family of four: one boy, one girl, the father, and the mother camping. The boy is in the foreground, holding a stick and flipping stones around a campfire. In the background, the mother, the father and the daughter are watching. The scene has a nighttime atmosphere, with contrasting lighting between the warm campfire and the dark blue night sky.
Cover of 'La Famille Foulane, Tome 3: La Cabane Pâtisserie' by Norédine Allam. The illustration shows two children, one boy and one girl, in the foreground looking at a tray of pastries. In the background, a woman is baking, placing trays in an oven. The scene focuses on pastry-making with a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Cover of 'La Famille Foulane, Tome 4: Des récréations pleines d'histoires' by Norédine Allam. The illustration shows three child silhouettes: two in the foreground, seen from behind, looking at a third child in the center running towards buildings resembling a school. The style is minimalist with strong contrasts.
Cover of 'La Famille Foulane, Tome 5: Ça glisse!' by Norédine Allam. The illustration shows a red car sliding on a snowy road. A character wearing a hat and scarf is visible next to the car, seemingly trying to control it. The style is cartoonish and dynamic.
Cover of 'La Famille Foulane, Tome 6: Les 30 défis de Walad' by Norédine Allam. The illustration shows a child in profile, seemingly running towards a door. He is holding an object that looks like a key or pendant. The style is minimalist with strong contrasts between the black character and the light background.
Cover of 'La Famille Foulane, Tome 7: Le Voleur' by Norédine Allam. The illustration shows two child silhouettes, one seeming to bend over to look at something, the other wearing a hat and observing the first. The style is minimalist with strong contrasts between the black characters and the yellow-orange background.
Cover of 'La Famille Foulane, Tome 8: La Bataille du Château' by Norédine Allam. The illustration shows a winter scene with a child playing basketball against three other characters wearing helmets. In the background, a snow castle is visible. The style is cartoonish and playful.
Cover of 'La Famille Foulane, Tome 9: Tempête' by Norédine Allam. The illustration shows a dramatic storm scene divided into two parts. On the left, a dark and stormy sky with silhouettes of houses. On the right, a lit area where two stylized characters, likely members of the Foulane family, are seen struggling against the wind near a car. The style is dynamic and contrasted.

The Foulane Family, 10 volumes…

Over 100,000 copies sold in France!

The Foulane Family is a series created by Norédine Allam and published by BDouin. Launched in 2019 in France, the series follows the everyday life of a small Muslim family through the character of Walad, the youngest. Funny, original, and entertaining, the series presents mini-stories that always carry a moral. After all, stories are meant to help us grow! 10 illustrated volumes are already available, covering topics such as bullying, artificial intelligence, camping, business, patience, good deeds, theft, lockdown, illness, friendship, and many more!

The Foulane Family and Medina

In 2024, fifteen years after the launch of BDouin, the publishing house releases the first illustrated youth novel set entirely in the city of Medina.

Cover image of a children's book titled 'Walad discovers Medina'. The illustration shows a stylized silhouette of a child looking at a stylized view of Medina with minarets and domes. The style is simple and colorful, suitable for a young audience. Cover of 'La Famille Foulane, Tome 10: En 'Omra - Part 1: Madinah' by Norédine Allam. The illustration shows a scene in Medina with mosques and minarets in the background. In the foreground, stylized silhouettes of characters, likely the Foulane family, are seen wearing traditional clothing. The ambiance is that of a pilgrimage, with warm colors and a respectful atmosphere.

Supervised by a Doctor from the Islamic University of Medina.

Supervised by a Doctor from the Islamic University of Medina, this novel offers a family adventure exploring the holy city, its mosque, and its historical sites. The book is available in two formats: for younger children (from 5 years old) and for older children (from 8 years old).

Walad and the palm grove of Medina

Walad and the palm grove of Medina

2D animated series project - 10x52 minutes

Graphic studies - Studio BDouin - 2024

Illustration of a classroom in an Arabic architectural style. Two arched windows show palm trees outside. The room contains wooden desks and stools. Two stylized characters, likely students, are visible: one carrying books, the other writing on the blackboard. The ceiling has exposed beams and hanging lamps.
Illustration of a classroom in an Arabic architectural style. Two arched windows show palm trees outside. The room contains wooden desks and stools. Two stylized characters, likely students, are visible: one carrying books, the other writing on the blackboard. The ceiling has exposed beams and hanging lamps.
Illustration of a school building in a Middle Eastern architectural style, surrounded by palm trees. The building bears the inscription 'AWLAD SCHOOL'. Two stylized characters are visible: one running towards the school, the other walking with a stick. The background shows mountains and a sky with clouds.
Image of a desert landscape with palm trees and mountains in the background. In the foreground, a stone wall with an open doorway. Two stylized characters, likely children, are walking towards the door. The scene is rich in desert vegetation details and uses warm tones of beige and green.
Urban landscape in a Middle Eastern architectural style. Stone buildings, palm trees, and mountains are visible in the background. In the foreground, a white van with stylized characters inside is driving on a dirt road. The image uses pastel tones and a detailed drawing style.
Detailed illustration of a palm grove. Two stylized characters are walking among the palm trees. One is pointing, seemingly showing something. The palm trees are depicted with great detail, showing textured trunks and fruits. A water basin is visible in the foreground.
Illustration of a dense palm grove. Two stylized characters are visible at the bottom of the image, one pointing upwards. A third character is perched in a palm tree, seemingly picking fruits. The palm trees are depicted with great detail, showing textured trunks and clusters of fruits. A small structure with a thatched roof is visible on the right side.
Scene near a water point. Two stylized characters are sitting on a stone wall. One is pouring water from a container into the water body. In the background, trees and a structure that could be a building are visible. The image uses soft tones and precise details.

Who are we?

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Founded in 2009, in a small town in France, BDouin is a graphic design studio initially specialized in the world of comic books for the Muslim community. The studio is led by Norédine Allam, an author recognized in Europe, notably for his work on the Astérix series (the best-selling comic book in the world with over 370 million copies sold). The studio's headquarters is now based in Sharjah, UAE.

Our ethics

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Muslim ethics is at the heart of the studio's entire work; it guides the choice of themes, narration, design, color… and the choice of partners. The studio's management is not a member of any political or sectarian movement. It follows the continuity of an authentic tradition, as it is taught today in the mosques of Mecca and Medina.

Our readers

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With over 2 million subscribers on our social pages from more than 20 countries, our comics are translated into 15 languages. Young people, adults, men, women, students or teachers, the audience of our series represents all facets of the modern Muslim community, without distinction of social classes!

We are hiring!

We are looking for experienced artists, (2D illustrators, colorists, scriptwriters) with solid experience, wanting to join an international studio that dedicates all its efforts to promoting Good and Morality to Muslim youth! If you are interested, don't hesitate to contact us!

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