We are passionate about bringing together those who seek knowledge of Arabic Calligraphy and other traditional arts and the accomplished teachers and masters of those arts. Our program is designed to offer ongoing instruction and opportunities to progress for both novice and seasoned students

 

Workshops 2024

ONLINE Gateway to a Sacred Art: Islamic Calligraphy and its Hidden Treasures

6-WEEK ONLINE LECTURE SERIES WITH DENIZ ÖKTEM BEKTAŞ

APR 13-MAY 18 (SATURDAYS) | 10 AM- 10:45 AM ET

Six-week lecture series with our instructor Deniz Öktem Bektaş taking an in-depth look at Islamic calligraphy in various forms, from the history and development of the six main scripts to applications in manuscripts, mosque architecture, and other mediums.

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IN-PERSON Introduction to Thuluth Calligraphy

Sunday. April 21 | 11:30 am - 4 pm ET

Diyanet Center of America (9610 Good Luck Rd, Lanham, MD 20706)

Learn the art of Thuluth-style script calligraphy with visiting calligrapher Elinor Aishah Holland from New York.

This class is designed to immerse yourself in the art of calligraphy, with hands-on, personalized instruction.

Registration closes on April 10

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