Arabic Calligraphy: Naskh Script for Beginners

by Mustafa Ja'far, Venetia Porter (Introduction)

Naskh is among the most popular of the six major Arabic scripts, used in more Qur-ans than all other scripts combined. The easy-to-follow, self-study workbook Arabic Calligraphy makes it possible for you to learn and enjoy the beauty of this noble art. The first stroke-by-stroke guide for learning Arabic calligraphy, it progresses from the initial, medial, and final forms of Arabic letters to joined letters and on to complete words. Guidelines also help you determine which pens, ink, and writing angle to use for best results.

Genres: Art, Nonfiction, Language

32 pages, Paperback

First published January 21, 2002