Arabic Calligraphy: Reviving Tradition

Join Artists Shahryanshah Sirajuddin and Hatem Arafa as they share their creative practice and reflect on reviving Arabic calligraphy traditions.

Shahryanshah Sirajuddin, a calligraphy virtuoso born in Sangkulirang, Indonesia in 1986, began his journey at Al-Azhar University-Egypt, graduating in 2009. Under Sheikh Belaid Hamidi's guidance in Egypt, he mastered Riq’a, Diwani, and Diwani Jali scripts. Encouraged by his mentor, he continued his studies in Turkey, learning from renowned masters like Hasan Çelebi, Ferhat Kurlu, and Mümtaz Seçkin Durdu.

Awarded the prestigious Ijazah in Arabic calligraphy by IRCICA, Shahryanshah's dedication led him to pursue a Magister program in Fine Arts at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakif University. His talent shines in calligraphy competitions, with his works adorning galleries worldwide. Collaborating with Fatma Ulusoy Hoca, they create art that transcends paper, infusing it with passion and purpose, leaving an enduring impact on Istanbul's artistic landscape.

Hatem Arafa, a master calligraphy artist and graphic…