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Islamic Calligrapher Finds Peace In His Work
The calligrapher of the Prophet’s Mosque, Shafeeq uz Zaman, is from Pakistan. Since 1990, he has been doing calligraphy work (in the Thuluth script) on the mosque’s 177 domes.
Calligrapher's poetry in motion
After becoming disabled at 19, Hoe Xue Mei spent 10 long years to master the incredibly difficult art of Chinese calligraphy.
Chinese Muslims to Shine at Turkey Islamic Culture Expo
Chinese Muslims will bring their unique culture to Turkey in an Islamic cultural pageant to be held in Istanbul, Turkey’s largest city, on August 31, according to the Islamic Association of China (IAC).
Bonhams announces Fine Chinese Painting & Calligraphy sale this September 12
On September 12, Bonhams New York will hold its inaugural Chinese painting and calligraphy auction featuring a selection of excellent examples spanning the XIVth century to 2005.
Gabès Largest Mosque Covered in ‘Calligraffity’
Famous for its unique natural landscape that combines oases, sea, mountains, and desert, the coastal city of Gabès, located in the southeast of the country, will now also be known for being the home of Tunisia’s largest graffiti mural on the country’s tallest minaret.
Calligraphy is 'more than beautiful handwriting'
Texts give glimpse into some of Europe's early language barriers
Islamic Calligraphy Exhibition Underway at Tehran Museum
Tehran’s Mir-Emad Calligraphy Museum is currently hosting an exhibition of calligraphy works from various historical Islamic periods in Iran. Forty calligraphy works featuring verses of the Holy Quran, prayers and hadiths have been put on display at the exhibit
“Calligraphy” means “beautiful writing”
Natasha Lawrence is a professional calligrapher to the Historic Charleston Foundation and instructor at the Charleston Museum. She will provide instruction to write with calligraphy pens in the classic Italian Italics lettering style
Taiwan artist turns calligraphy into social art
As digital tools replace handwriting in the computer age, many people still find calligraphy, from grinding ink to actually writing, a good means of self-cultivation
Chinese Art and Calligraphy Exhibition
Chinese Art and Calligraphy Exhibition by Hong Kong-born NZ artists Lillian Ko & Alan NG. Alan and Lilian wish to take their artworks on tour to a number of cities in mainland China. Their intention is to join Prime Minister John Key’s trade mission to China, as a cultural addition, in late November 2012, as part of the celebrations for the 40th anniversary of China-New Zealand relationship.
Iran to Hold Two Quran Calligraphy Exhibitions
Iran is planning to mount two Quran calligraphy exhibitions to display a collection of Quran calligraphy works created by 50 veteran Iranian artists.
Art Goes on the Rails for Creative Peninsula 2012
Art upgrades to a new level at the opening ceremony of the 2012 Creative Peninsula (3rd−12th August).
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.
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Words Of Wisdom
Calligraphy is frozen poetry.