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Qi Gong’s Calligraphy and Painting: In Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of Mr. Qi Gong’s Birth
Mr. Qi Gong (1912-2005) is a prestigious Chinese scholar, painter and calligrapher. He spent his entire professional career of more than 70 years teaching at Beijing Normal University, and is acknowledged as a scholar with profound learning.
Iran publishes selected works of Bismillah festivals
Iran published the best works of the previous Bismillah festivals during the IXth International Exhibition in Tehran. The selected artworks were published in three books, presented during the opening ceremony of the International Bismillah Festival 2012 on July 21
Gratitude from the Municipal Assembly
A letter of gratitude addressed to Aleksei Shaburov, Director of the Contemporary Museum of Calligraphy, was received from the Municipal Assembly of Sokolniki intra-urban municipal unit in Moscow
Poetry in Calligraphy
THE 100 Calligraphers’ Style Exhibition at Oriental Art and Culture Centre (OACC) in Kuala Lumpur is a rare treat.
Baseball coach brings his beautiful calligraphy to the dugout
Of all the skills required for a baseball career, no one ever mentions calligraphy.
Chinese Calligraphic Paintings Displayed in Cambodia to Promote Culture
More than 40 pieces of Chinese paintings and calligraphy are on display here on Monday, aimed at promoting cultural relationship between China and Cambodia, an organizer said at the event.
Saudi Calligraphy Workshops Are A Success
The popular Islamic art form of calligraphy has become an instant hit amongst the public who were taught at the Aramco Summer Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Persian calligraphy by Fereydoon Omidi at The XVA
Fereydoon Omidi has found his niche in contemporary Persian calligraphy and will be presenting his contemporary works at “The XVA” within the popular DIFC gallery.
When in Xi'an, Learn Chinese Calligraphy
Acclaimed for its Terracotta Warriors, Xi'an is fast becoming the place to learn Chinese calligraphy.
Calligraphy, Graffiti Gain Popularity
Arabic calligraphy and graffiti is proving extremely popular with young artists, so Red Sea Mall organized a five-day Arabic calligraphy competition and graffiti talent show to give them the chance to demonstrate their talents.
Master Classes at the Hospitalfield Centre for Art & Culture
A creative weekend Master class which embraces an inspiring holistic approach to the subject matter and employs tools and materials personally sourced and selected by Campbell Sandilands on his recent travels.
“The Beauty of Chinese Characters” – Chinese Calligraphy Exhibition
After successful tour across Paris and Berlin in 2010, The Beauty of Chinese Characters – Chinese Calligraphy Exhibition is proudly brought to Sydney Town Hall in July 4-7
Students Learn to Dance Chinese Calligraphy
A video projector displays gigantic Chinese characters onto a 25-foot, white-washed dance studio wall in the School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation (HPER) building. Dozens of captivated students listen from the floor as visiting artist Nai-Ni Chen describes the intricacies of calligraphy composition.
Chris A. Paschke
Chris Paschke is an accomplished fine artist and calligraphic designer currently residing in Tehachapi, California. "Art has been my passion since I was old enough to color."
Pearl Margarita ― calligrapher Peter Halliday and his team paint Festival Pig
Pearl-Margarita, the Lichfield Cathedral decorated pig for the XXXth Lichfield Festival, will soon be seen in Lichfield City and will return for the Pig Auction on the West Front on July 17th at 1pm.
Calligraphy & Illustration at ART IN ACTION 19-22 July 2012
Calligraphy and Illustration sit side by side at Art in Action, complimenting and enhancing each other.
Calligraphy Expert Works on Perfection, Down to the Letter
Dash of elegance adds to any card or piece of artwork as she teaches the craft to others.
Some of M F Hussain’s Last Calligraphic Works Go on Show
Some of the last paintings by Maqbool Fida Hussain, an India-born Qatari artist were showcased for the first time in Qatar last evening. The Islamic calligraphy “Between 2 lines” was organized by Doha Bank and Blue Mosaic in association with Sotheby’s.
‘One-Stroke Calligraphy’ at Yuan Thong Temple
The Venerable Master Hsing Yun’s genius in the Chinese "One Stroke Calligraphy" was brought and exhibited in Bacolod City for nine days, from June 9 to June 19, 2012 at the Yuan Thong Temple along Burgos Street near Lopue’s East.
Pakistani Calligrapher Wins Award in Makkah
A Pakistani calligrapher won first prize at the First International Arabic Calligraphy Competition organized in Makkah.
Happy Russia Day!
The staff of the Contemporary Museum of Calligraphy as well as the team and participants of International Exhibition of Calligraphy congratulate colleagues and partners with a public holiday The Russia Day!
Charity Tour at the Contemporary Museum of Calligraphy
Before closing for the summer holidays, the Contemporary Museum of Calligraphy organized the final excursion.
New Adult Groups Graduation
This weekend the National School of Calligraphy held this year’s last classes for adults. First-year groups number 1/21 and 1/22 as well as a second-year group number 2/9 completed their studies.
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Words Of Wisdom
Calligraphy is the art of deliberate hieroglyphic corruption and transformation in order to reach natural harmony.