Introduction to Arabic Calligraphy: Maghrebi Script
How to Use a Reed Pen
A course by Maaida Noor , Artist and Calligrapher
About the video: How to Use a Reed Pen
Overview
“The beauty of a reed pen lies in the hand of a calligrapher. To properly use the reed pen is important to achieve the best results. Here you will learn how to understand and start writing with an angled reed pen.”
In this video lesson Maaida Noor addresses the topic: How to Use a Reed Pen, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Arabic Calligraphy: Maghrebi Script. Uncover the art of ancient Arabic calligraphy and create beautifully balanced compositions which convey hope, love, and light.
Partial transcription of the video
“How to Use a Reed Pen In this lesson, I'll show you how to use a reed pen. There are certain qualities of the reed pen that you have to keep in mind, especially the angular wide nib, which determines the thickness and the thinness of a stroke. Let's start. I need my ink pot and my bamboo pen. The first thing you need to practice, if you’re using the reed pen for the first time, is the rhombic dots. If you go upwards, it makes a thin line, and if you go downwards, it makes a thick line. This is something you need to get used to when using a reed pen. Another useful exercise to get used to th...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Arabic Calligraphy: Maghrebi Script
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Calligraphy
Maaida Noor
A course by Maaida Noor
Maaida Noor is an award-winning modern and contemporary artist who specializes in Arabic calligraphy. Her work is inspired by her British and Pakistani roots and has been displayed in both public and private exhibitions across the UK. She has a diploma from The Prince’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts and is currently studying a number of art forms including calligraphy, geometric patterns, and illumination design as part of her commitment to continue learning about the meaning behind her subjects.
Maaida is known for her signature contemporary style and has worked for brands including Christian Dior, Jo Malone, Estee Lauder, Molten Brown, and Selfridges. She also won the British Muslim Award for Art and Culture Awareness in 2017.
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