Calligraphy is a beautiful and intricate art form that has been practiced for centuries. It has evolved into various styles and techniques throughout history, making it an essential part of various ...
In today’s digital world, many of us don’t get to hold a pen for days. All our fingers do is tap screens and punch keyboards faster than lightning. While the focus on handwriting seems to have shifted ...
Regional calligraphy in India is experiencing a fresh revival as young artists embrace vernacular lettering. Social media has played a major role in boosting interest, helping expert calligraphers ...
Calligraphy is derived from the Greek words “Kallos” meaning “beauty” and “Graphein” meaning “to write”. Thousands of years ago, there were no fancy pens or pencils in ancient civilisations like Egypt ...
In recent years, “Vietnamese script calligraphy” or “Quoc ngu calligraphy” (Latin script) has flourished across the country and become a vibrant movement. It has been printed in books and newspapers, ...
UAE-based Pakistani visual artist Sadia Fahad blends Arabic calligraphy and abstract expression. She has developed a personal style that weaves together sacred texts, emotion-evoking brushwork and ...
As a teenager, Kaoru Akagawa couldn’t read her Japanese grandmother’s letters, but she put it down to her unclear handwriting. Over a decade later, Kaoru realized her grandmother hadn’t been a poor ...