Prerequisites

• There are no prerequisites.

Course Description

During this training, participants will become familiar with the tools used in Arabic calligraphy, including materials such as the reed and glossy paper, ink, cutting knife and reed pen.
We will highlight the stages of preparation, setup, and how to use these tools at a specific angle for writing on the line, following the rules of Arabic calligraphy based on the point. Participants will learn how to write a series of letters and compositions, ending with writing sentences and names.

Course Objective

By the end of this workshop, participants will:
• Discuss the fundamentals of Arabic calligraphy.
• Apply the techniques used in Arabic calligraphy writing.

Course Outline

• Introduction to Arabic calligraphy:
- Historical overview of Arabic calligraphy.
- Explanation of the traditional Arabic ink-making process.
- Types of calligraphy fonts and their rules.
- Differentiate between the reed and glossy paper.

• Tools used in Arabic calligraphy writing:
- Types of pens and selecting the appropriate pen.
- How to cut and use a reed pen.
- Prepare the inkwell and paper.
- Use the pen with the appropriate angle and letter spacing.

Course Benefits

• A participation certificate by Aljazeera Media Institute.