Fondazione Merz

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Calligraphy Workshop with Amjed Rifaie

June 13, from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM

 

Free event with reservation required at edu@fondazionemerz.org

A journey into the heart of Arab culture through calligraphy, one of the highest artistic and spiritual expressions of the Arab world. During the workshop, participants will have the opportunity to learn about the history of Arabic writing, discover the main calligraphic styles, and appreciate the beauty of Arabic letters from a linguistic, cultural, and artistic perspective.

Guided by master calligrapher Amjed Rifaie, originally from Mesopotamia (Iraq), participants will experiment with the traditional handmade bamboo reed pen, learning the gestures and techniques that for centuries have given life to works of great elegance.

Through practical exercises and moments of concentration and meditation, it will be possible to approach an art form that combines creativity, harmony, and self-knowledge, entering into contact with a cultural tradition rich in history and meaning.

No knowledge of the Arabic language is required; the workshop is open to everyone.

At the end of the experience, all participants will receive as a gift their own name written in Arabic calligraphy by the master calligrapher.