Al-Baha hosted two workshops focusing on the art of calligraphic composition and the production of the Holy Kaaba’s Kiswah, drawing in Arabic calligraphy enthusiasts and calligraphers.
According to SPA, the first workshop was presented by Kiswah calligrapher Mukhtar Alam, who detailed the various stages involved in producing the Holy Kaaba’s Kiswah.
The second workshop was led by calligrapher Zaki Al-Hashimi. This session focused on the artistic principles of calligraphic composition, specifically utilizing the Thuluth and Naskh scripts.
What were the primary topics of the workshops held in Al-Baha? The workshops in Al-Baha focused on two main areas of calligraphy. One session explored the specific stages of producing the Holy Kaaba’s Kiswah, while the other session focused on the artistic principles of calligraphic composition using the Thuluth and Naskh scripts.
Who led the workshops and what were their specific areas of focus? Kiswah calligrapher Mukhtar Alam led the workshop regarding the production stages of the Holy Kaaba’s Kiswah. Additionally, calligrapher Zaki Al-Hashimi led a session that focused on the artistic principles of calligraphic composition in the Naskh and Thuluth scripts.
Who attended the calligraphy events in Al-Baha? The events held in Al-Baha attracted a group of Arabic calligraphy enthusiasts and professional calligraphers. These attendees participated in sessions led by Zaki Al-Hashimi and Mukhtar Alam regarding calligraphic composition and Kiswah production.