Arabic Calligraphy Workshop with Mohammed Bilbeisi

Sunday, May 26, 2024 | 1:30 p.m.

$50 | Classroom B

Practice your Arabic calligraphic talents at a Planet Word workshop led by Mohammed Bilbeisi, a renowned Arabic calligrapher and illustrator. This elegant handwriting practice, established long ago to convey harmony, beauty, and grace through the written word, is a cultural cornerstone of traditional and modern Islamic artwork. We are excited to welcome Professor Bilbeisi to lead this artful journey, revealing enlightening techniques and sound methods as he demonstrates and guides the mastery of Arabic calligraphy scripting.

Mohammed Bilbeisi is an accomplished professor, architect, author, illustrator, calligrapher, and watercolorist, driven by a passion for self-expression through art and graphics.

Join Planet Word for a hands-on and highly enriching expedition into this timeless aesthetic where handwriting and art converge. This workshop is a follow-up to Language Seen: Arabic Calligraphy with Mohammed Bilbeisi.

The workshop fee includes all materials* for the workshop. You will receive calligraphy paper, scrap paper, graphite pencils, double-tipped markers perfect for hand lettering, and guidance in creating a beautiful keepsake.

*Supplies and light snacks will be provided to all participants.

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