Discovering Calligraphy With a Master, Alibaba Awrang

Bamboo pens, inks, paints, and paper (to be provided at no extra cost)

Location of Workshop: Norman Sunshine Center, 11 Green Hill Road, Washington Depot

*Parking is available behind the building. 

Renowned Afghan master contemporary calligrapher Alibaba Awrang will introduce experienced artists and beginners to Persian calligraphy. One of the world’s leading living Persian calligraphers, with works hanging in museums throughout the world, Awrang will explain the historical role of calligraphy as an art form that conveys human emotions, aspirations, and beauty. He will demonstrate his art;  and then invite you to try your hand (more specifically, your bamboo pen, with inks and paint, on paper) at creating your own original piece of contemporary calligraphy.

https://www.alibabaawrang.com/

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