📌 Key Highlights & Quick Takeaways:
- Saudi artist and calligrapher Abd al-Rahman al-Shahid brought historical poetry and Arabic calligraphy to life in a fascinating form of art.
- He said during the ceremony held at Dariya's Bab Samhan Hotel that in the past calligraphers used to prepare their own illumination. Differe.
- Natural ingredients such as glue, honey and vinegar are mixed together to create a candle that can last for hundreds of years. Its brown col.
Saudi artist and calligrapher Abd al-Rahman al-Shahid brought historical poetry and Arabic calligraphy to life in a fascinating form of art using natural raw ink during a unique cultural event on Tuesday evening. An interesting and informative session was also organized on this occasion to expose the participants to art and culture.
Natural ingredients such as glue, honey and vinegar are mixed together to create a candle that can last for hundreds of years. Its brown color is inspired by the light produced from Saudi coffee. '.
Al Shahid, who is also the founder of Manuscript Studio, which combines design and artistic experiences, gave a live calligraphy demonstration on the occasion and conducted an informative workshop highlighting the Kingdom's historical artefacts and ways to preserve writings for centuries through lighting made from natural ingredients.
Hailing from Mecca, Al-Shahid trained in Arabic calligraphy at Masjid al-Haram and developed his art inspired by the holy city. He has exhibited his works in many renowned institutions of the world including UNESCO in Paris, Prince Muhammad Bin Salman International Center for Arabic Calligraphy and Canadian Museum of Nature.
