Islamic Calligraphy
Islamic calligraphy is the artistic practice of writing in Arabic, Persian, Ottoman, and Urdu scripts. Islamic calligraphy is also known as khatt Arabi, which means "the Arabic line or design." It is a type of Arabic handwriting. Using a brush or a pen, artists create beautiful calligraphy.
Ibn Muqla
An Islamic calligraphy is a form of Arabic writing, which has a long and rich history. It has united people all over the world. Ibn Muqla's rhomboids and proportional letters are an excellent example of his talent as an artist.
Ibn Muqla codified the principles of Islamic calligraphy, including the use of proportion. To measure a script's width, calligraphers use the width of a rhomboid dot. To draw a letter, a certain number of rhomboids is used to create a rhomboid. The alif is then enclosed by an invisible circle whose diameter is equal to its height.
Ibn Muqla's calligraphy system uses a series of ratios based on two shapes: the circle with the diameter of a letter Alif and a series of rhomboid dots made by the calligrapher's reed pen nib. Ibn Muqla's system also features a straight stroke Alif and differentiates sound through one to three dots above and below the letter. In addition, the letter Naskh engages the horizontal baseline, except when it is preceded by the tail of the preceding letter.
Naskh script
The Naskh script is an Arabic calligraphy script used for writing Arabic and other Islamic texts. It was originally used in copybooks and was developed for speed, simplicity, and legibility. It is used extensively in the written press in the Arab world. It was later adapted to typewriters and computers and has become an important type of Arabic script for many uses including advertising, literature, and the delivery of ideas.
The Naskh script is one of the six primary Arabic calligraphy scripts. It was first used in Hejaz for personal and official correspondence, and in copying books and the Koran. Its speed and smoothness make it one of the most common styles of calligraphy, and it can be seen in many places, from mosques to educational materials.
Kufic script
The Kufi script is a very unique form of Arabic calligraphy, with no fixed rules. It is often square and has an angular, linear shape. Its styles vary greatly from region to region and are sometimes decorative. The Kufi style of calligraphy is a popular choice for contemporary decorations.
This script is very similar to the Arabic alphabet but differs in that it uses only consonants and three long vowels. This script is similar to Hebrew and Arabic, but it doesn't have a capital letter. It is written from right to left. You can learn the Kufic script by studying Joumana Medlej's tutorial, Arabic Calligraphy in Kufic Script
The Kufi script is an ancient Arabic script that developed between the seventh and 10th centuries. It takes its name from the southern Iraqi town of Kufa, which became the center of Arab scholarship during the medieval period. The kufic script is considered one of the earliest forms of Arabic calligraphy. The Kufi script possesses many distinguishing features. Its horizontal lines are elongated and the strokes are short. The kufic script is generally carried out on leaves made of animal skin, also known as parchment. The script is also highly flexible and can be applied to any surface and material, including oblong ones.
Sini script
The Sini script in Islamic calligraphy is a style of calligraphy that originated in China. It is commonly used for thick and tapered calligraphy. Sini script is derived from the Chinese Arabic alphabet. It is commonly used to depict Arabic words. There are many types of Sini script.
Haji Noor Deen is a world-renowned master calligrapher and the first Chinese Muslim to earn Certification in Arabic calligraphy from Master Calligrapher Hasan Celebi of Turkey. His work has been recognized by various organizations around the world, and his work is included in collections in museums around the world.
Sini script is widely used in mosques and Islamic calligraphy. It is often used for decoration and has an elegant style. Sini script is used in Qur'an manuscripts but is more widely known for its use in decorative arts. According to the CHQ, there are two styles of Sini script. The most common forms of Sini script can be found in mosques in eastern China.
Ibn al-Bawwab
The Arabic calligrapher Ibn al-Baww hailed from Baghdad and lived in the 11th century. A craftsman in his youth, he went on to become a prominent religious figure. His artistic skills led him to pursue a career as an illuminator and calligrapher. Using the techniques he learned from his mentor, Ibn Muqlah, he eventually became a master of Islamic calligraphy.
Ibn al-Bawwbab's works were a testament to the value of calligraphy. The artist is credited with the écriture of 64 Qur'ans. He also penned the famous poem Raihet Ibn al-Bawwab, which is written in calligraphy and pencils. The poem was highly regarded and Ibn al-Bawwaba died in 413 AH/1022 AD.