At Scripts ‘n’ Scribes, our mission is to connect students with these master artisans, offering an opportunity to continue this rich tradition.
A Journey in Eastern Art: An Interview with Yukiko Futamura
I think I've been attracted to Islamic art and exotic things since I was a child. I was fascinated by the decorative patterns of the mosque, Arabic music, and traditional Indian and Middle Eastern costumes. The Taj Mahal in India, the Alhambra Palace in Spain, and various buildings and mosaics of Arab culture that I saw in Morocco and Sicily made a strong impression on me.
Mysticism in Miniature Art: An interview with Artist Fatima Zahra Hassan
An Afternoon with Mohamed Zakariya: The Story of the Poem
Last fall, I had the privilege to sit with Zakariya hoca to talk about calligraphy and his experiences. But he shared with me more than just calligraphy. We talked about languages, poetry, past and current masters of this art, literature and of course calligraphy! For the next few months I will be sharing with you snippets of our conversation.
