Arabic and Persian Calligraphy Workshop

About this event

The Center for Middle East Studies invites you to join us for an Arabic and Persian Calligraphy Workshop! Dr. Sam Mousavi will present an introduction to Arabic calligraphy including different styles as well as the tools required for this art form. Mousavi is an Iranian linguist who lives in the Washington, D.C. area. He specializes in the nineteenth century style of Thuluth calligraphy that is used in writing the Quranic chapters and the Hadiths. The presentation will be followed by a hands-on workshop to give the participants an opportunity to learn more about the art and practice of calligraphy. Prior knowledge of the alphabe t is not required, and all materials will be provided. Pizza and refreshments will be served.