Arabic calligraphy

Saudi calligrapher outlines artistic journey

Winning a major calligraphy prize pushed Obaid Al-Nafie toward a more rigorous, meaning-driven practice

By Tarek Al-Thaqafi · 13 April 2026

Al Falah hosted the “Dar Al-Qalam Residency Program” exhibition over the weekend, presenting a modern take on Arabic calligraphy

Artist in residence program revives Arabic calligraphy in Jeddah

By SALEH FAREED - Afshan Aziz · 11 January 2026

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Art in every letter: Samah Al-Baiti’s calligraphy journey

By Tareq Al-Thaqafi · 24 September 2025

Turning a dream into reality: retired Saudi teacher copies Qur’an by hand in inspiring journey

By Tareq Al-Thaqafi · 28 April 2025

Calligraphy captivates Arabic speakers, non-speakers alike, say enthusiasts

By Hebshi Alshammari · 20 April 2025

Saudi calligraffiti artist rewrites tradition using bold strokes

By Rahaf Jambi · 11 August 2024

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Ramadan exhibition showcases works of world-renowned Pakistani artists to spark interest in calligraphy

By Yusra Jabeen · 21 March 2024

Saudi calligraphy maestro’s skills captivate festival visitors

By Tareq Al-Thaqafi · 31 December 2023

Global experts discuss art of Arabic calligraphy in Saudi Arabia

By Arab News · 25 October 2023

Artists gather in Madinah for Ministry of Culture’s ‘Paths to the Soul’ calligraphy exhibition

By Rashid Hassan · 19 October 2023

Arabic calligraphy to be showcased in Riyadh exhibition

By Arab News · 22 May 2023

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A Riyadh exhibition showcased a priceless treasure trove of Arabic and Islamic texts

By Rawan Radwan · 07 January 2023

Mawadah Muhtasib now passes on her craft through community workshops exclusively for women. (Supplied)

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Meet the Saudi woman behind 1st reversed Arabic calligraphy typeface

By Nada Alturki · 02 January 2023

Arabic calligraphy

Saudi calligrapher outlines artistic journey

Artist in residence program revives Arabic calligraphy in Jeddah

Art in every letter: Samah Al-Baiti’s calligraphy journey

Turning a dream into reality: retired Saudi teacher copies Qur’an by hand in inspiring journey

Calligraphy captivates Arabic speakers, non-speakers alike, say enthusiasts

Saudi calligraffiti artist rewrites tradition using bold strokes

Ramadan exhibition showcases works of world-renowned Pakistani artists to spark interest in calligraphy

Saudi calligraphy maestro’s skills captivate festival visitors

Global experts discuss art of Arabic calligraphy in Saudi Arabia

Artists gather in Madinah for Ministry of Culture’s ‘Paths to the Soul’ calligraphy exhibition

Arabic calligraphy to be showcased in Riyadh exhibition

A Riyadh exhibition showcased a priceless treasure trove of Arabic and Islamic texts

Meet the Saudi woman behind 1st reversed Arabic calligraphy typeface

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