The specialised workshop on “Islamic Decoration” recently concluded. It was organised by the School of Calligraphy and Decoration in collaboration with the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and hosted by Al Rashidiyah Public Library. The workshop saw an excellent attendance from those interested in traditional arts, who embarked on an immersive artistic experience to explore the secrets of gilding and vegetal decoration. The workshop was not just practical training, but a journey of knowledge […]
On 28 January, the School of Calligraphy and Ornamentation welcomed a group of students from the University of Al-Wosul – Fujairah, as part of the educational visits programme that the school implements throughout the academic year. The aim of these visits is to enhance awareness of Islamic arts and provide practical experiences that contribute to linking academic study with direct artistic practice. The number of visiting students was 35, and the visit began with an introductory tour of the exhibition of works […]
On 29 January, the School of Calligraphy and Decoration welcomed a group of students from the Indian School – Fujairah branch, as part of the educational visit programme organised by the school throughout the academic year. This initiative is part of its ongoing commitment to promoting awareness of Islamic arts and providing educational opportunities that integrate theoretical knowledge with direct practical experience. The number of visiting students was 20, from the [...] community.
The Calligraphy and Ornamentation School held the monthly meeting of Emirati calligraphers at Bait Al Fann, led by calligrapher Elif from the school. Six calligraphers and enthusiasts of Arabic calligraphy participated, including Professor Dalal, Professor Fatima Salmeen, Professor Sheikha, Dr. Fayez, Professor Abdullah Al-Ustadh, and Professor Marwan. This was in the context of working on a documented artistic project with a cultural and historical dimension. During [...]
As part of the Calligraphy and Ornamentation School's endeavour to enhance the presence of Islamic arts in academic institutions, the Calligraphy and Ornamentation School organised a specialised art workshop titled «The Art of Botanical Ornamentation», presented by artist Namarq Ali at the Higher Colleges of Technology – Fujairah campus. The workshop targeted female students of the Applied Media specialisation. The workshop stemmed from the importance of botanical ornamentation as one of the most prominent components of Islamic arts, where [...]
The Calligraphy and Ornamentation School participated in the Sikket Festival events by presenting a specialised workshop titled «Mastering the Design of the Sunbula in Gold». The workshop saw a remarkable turnout of those interested in Islamic arts and manuscript arts, in an atmosphere characterised by focus and positive interaction. The workshop began by introducing participants to the concept of the «Sunbula» as one of the central decorative elements in Islamic manuscripts, as it occupies the centre of the page and is constructed according to a geometric system […]
The School of Calligraphy and Ornamentation participated in the activities of the Sikket Festival by presenting a specialised workshop titled «Applications of Diwani Calligraphy», supervised by Professor Mohammed Al-Tamimi, as part of its keenness to contribute to cultural and artistic programmes that enhance the presence of Arabic calligraphy in the public sphere. The workshop focused on introducing the foundations of Diwani calligraphy and its visual characteristics that distinguish it from other classical scripts, […]
The School of Calligraphy and Ornamentation participated in the handicrafts exhibition organised by the City University in Ajman, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance its cultural presence and participate in community and educational events within the country. The participation came within the school's direction to build bridges of cooperation with academic institutions, and to provide a space to showcase its specialised educational programmes in the fields of Arabic calligraphy, ornamentation, and manuscript arts. The exhibition showcased […]
As part of a programme of cultural visits, the Director of the School of Calligraphy and Ornament, Dr. Israa Al-Hamal, visited Beit Jamil for Traditional Arts in the historic Fustat district of Cairo, to learn about the centre's approach to art and craft education. The Beit Jamil is located on an archaeological site in Fustat and offers a two-year educational programme, accepting around 25 students annually who are selected according to specific criteria. […]
As part of strengthening cultural cooperation and the exchange of expertise in heritage preservation, the Director of the School of Calligraphy and Ornamentation, Dr. Israa Al-Hamal, visited the Library of Alexandria in Egypt. During the visit, she learned about the library's experience in the maintenance and management of manuscripts according to specialised scientific standards. The visit included a tour of the Manuscript Museum, which houses collections of historical manuscripts and documents, and works on their study and cataloguing […]
