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
Upcoming Events
Exploring Shamsa Patterns in İznik Ceramics
4-week online series with Nagihan Seymour
June 10- July 3 (Tues and Thurs) | 11 am - 1 pm ET
In this 4-week online series with Nagihan Seymour, participants will learn to design and paint intricate Shamsa patterns inspired by traditional Iznik tile motifs. Each week we will explore a different motif - Rumi, clouds, stylized flowers, and semi-stylized flowers.
Intro to Naskh Script Part II
4-week online workshop with Deniz Öktem Bektaş
May 10- 31, 2025 | Saturdays from 9 am to 10 Am ET
This workshop continues from Intro to Naskh Script I, with a greater emphasis on providing feedback on the students' work.
Painting Nature in Nim Qalam
5-week online series with Lubna Zahid
April 25 - May 23 (5 Fridays) | 11 am - 2 pm ET
Nim qalam in Persian means “half pen” while Siyah means “black.” Derived from Persian and Mughal artistic traditions, Siyah Qalam is a drawing technique that utilizes black ink or paint to create expressive monochrome artworks.
In this course, you will learn the foundational principles of Nim Qalam, including precision drawing, shading, and ink-wash techniques to create depth and subtle tonal variations.