Introduction to Arabic Calligraphy: Maghrebi Script
Joining the Letters 1
A course by Maaida Noor , Artist and Calligrapher
About the video: Joining the Letters 1
Overview
“I have chosen to write one of my favorite quotes by Euclid in Arabic to show how the letters dance in harmony when joined together to form the words and sentences followed by the placement of the diacritics.”
In this video lesson Maaida Noor addresses the topic: Joining the Letters 1, 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
“Joining Up the Letters In this lesson, I'm going to start by preparing my paper, which is the traditional ahar paper. After that, I'll be showing how to use this paper and write with the normal reed pen in the joined Maghrebi script. This process here is about straightening the paper. I'm using this tool normally used to open the envelopes. I find it really useful and the best tool to do that. I'm doing it on the backside of the paper. The front is this, which is glossy, and I'm going to hold it with my left hand, and pull it whilst I put some pressure with my right hand on the paper. What ...”
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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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