The Ministry of Culture is organizing an exhibition titled “Scripts and calligraphy: A timeless journey” at the National Museum in Riyadh.
The exhibition that aims to showcase the history of Arabic calligraphy will be held from June 16 to Aug. 21.
Featuring Saudi and international master calligraphers and contemporary designers, the #MinistryofCulture organizes the exhibition “Scripts and Calligraphy: A Timeless Journey” to celebrate the cultural value of Arabic calligraphy. pic.twitter.com/GDPZ9r513Y
— وزارة الثقافة (@MOCSaudi) June 14, 2021
The event will highlight the evolution of the Arabic script and showcase its various development stages over time. It will also showcase the impact of the latest technology on art. The exhibition will feature works of Saudi and international master calligraphers.
The exhibition will be divided into five sections: Origins of the Arabic script, development of calligraphy, master calligraphers, calligraphy and contemporary art, and calligraphy and artificial intelligence.
Designed by Moriyama & Teshima Architects who were behind the gorgeous Saudi National Museum in Riyadh. https://t.co/3wf6OEddNL
— سلطان سعود القاسمي (@SultanAlQassemi) September 28, 2016
An AI device developed by Haytham Nawar, an Egyptian artist, and designer, will also be put on display at the event.
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