The Year of Arabic Calligraphy, a rich identity and an evereveolving artform.
'The story of our culture with Arabic calligraphy transcends all tradtional boundaries. It is a story of civilization, heritage, culture, and life'
- His Highness Minister of Culture, Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan Al Saud.
Envisioned from the Ministry of Culture's vision and its role in advancing cultural sectors in various arts and areas, and given the importance of Arabic calligraphy, its great connection to Arabic language, and the history and beauty embodied in its details, that showcase a creative cultural inventory reflecting the richness of the Arabic culture; 2021 will be a distinguished year in which the Ministry is celebrating a symbol of the Kingdom’s identity. The Ministry of Culture will be working during the Year of Arabic Calligraphy 2021 towards enhancing the presence of Arabic Calligraphy inall public and private sectors, and between individuals. This is in addition to its presence in national and international forums and conferences, to promote the informative and intellectual role undertaken by the Ministry during this year. The ministry is aiming to open new horizons in the utilization of Arabic Calligraphy by transforming it from an area of information and knowledge to symbol that represents the Saudi identity, the renweing art, and cultural heritage.
Goals
Highlighting the art of Arabic Calligraphy as a unique and standalone art, reflecting the richness of Arabic Culture.
Introducing the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as an incubator, sponsor, and pioneer of Arabic Calligraphy.
Spreading awareness on the utilization of Arabic Calligraphy amongst the youth.
Unifying the efforts of individual initiatives and related sectors to serve the art of Arabic Calligraphy.
The identity guide for the Arabic calligraphy
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عام الخط العربي | Year of Arabic Calligraphy
التراث المخطوط | Heritage manuscript
الخط العربي في الحرم المكي | Arabic Calligraphy in the Holy Mosque
الخط العربي.. هوية راسخة | Arabic Calligraphy.. Strong Identity
اللغة العربية؛ لغة الفخر والهوية
ثقافة الخط العربي | Arabic Calligraphy Culture
جداريات الخط العربي | Calligraffiti
خطاطون | الخط العربي سفيرنا نحو العالم
خطاطون | الخط العربي فنٌ يُزيّن العُملة السعودية
خطاطون | الخط العربي فن يُصقل بالصبر والمثابرة
خطاطون | الخط العربي كنزٌ ثقافي يعكس ثَراء الحضارة الإسلامية
خطاطون | الخط العربي مَلَكَةٌ، تتطور بالتدريب المستمر
خطاطون | الخط العربي والعِمارة الإسلامية
خطاطون | الخط من أيام المدرسة
خطاطون | العالم يحترم فن الخط العربي
خطاطون | تعلّم وتعليم الخط العربي ارتقاءٌ ورفعة
خطاطون | لكل خط طريقته الخاصة في التعليم
Activities and Events
Arabic Calligraphy Souvenirs
Arabizing Saudi Football teams’ Jerseys
Arabic Calligraphy on the Top of Tuwaiq Mountain
Scripts and Calligraphy: A Timeless Journey
Arabic Calligraphy on Saudi Airplanes
Saudi postage stamps with Arabic calligraphy identity
Passport stamp with Arabic calligraphy identity
King Abdulaziz Public Library Holds the Global Exhibition of Arabic Calligraphy
Arabic Calligraphy Murals
Mandala Program
Alkhtaat Platform
Logo Design Competition For Prince Mohammed Bin Salman International Center for Arabic Calligraphy
Manassat
Mohammed Salem Banjeed Exhibition
WEAVINK
Electronic bag for teaching calligraphy
Mandala letters
A webpage containing several Mandala booklets Letters for printing or coloring online
learn morecalligraphy notebooks
Training books containing the basic rules of Naskh, Kufic, Ruq'ah, and Thuluth scripts.
learn moreCalligraphy tools
A webpage offering calligraphy tools suitable for practice and for purchase separately.
learn moreCalligraphers Series
A webpage compiling a series of educational videos provided by a group of calligraphers.
learn moreFAQs
- Highlighting the art of Arabic Calligraphy as a unique and standalone art, reflecting the richness of Arabic Culture.
- Introducing the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as an incubator, sponsor, and pioneer of Arabic Calligraphy.
- Promoting and encouraging the practices and utilization of Arabic Calligraphy on both institutional and individual levels.
- Providing the required support to Arabic Calligraphy experts and talents.
- Spreading awareness on the utilization of Arabic Calligraphy amongst the youth.
- Unifying the efforts of individual initiatives and related sectors to serve the art of Arabic Calligraphy.
1- What is the Year of Arabic Calligraphy vision?
Establishing the Kingdom's position as the capital of Arabic Calligraphy.
2- What are the Year of Arabic Calligraphy main goals?
3- What is the History of Arabic Calligraphy?
Arabic calligraphy is derived from the Nabataean calligraphy, which belongs to the Aramaic calligraphy. Researches have shown that Arabic calligraphy started between 169 BC - 106 AD.
4- When was the Year of Arabic Calligraphy launched and when does it end?
YOAC was established in 2020 and aims to engage public & private sectors, whether institutes or individuals, by submitting their proposals and engaging them into the execution phase. The YOAC initiative ends by the end of 2021.
5- What are the programs that fall under the Year of Arabic Calligraphy?
Continuously updated projects, initiatives, and efforts are going to be shared through this platform.
6- What is a Calligraphy "Ejaza"? What are some of the institutes or individuals that can issue an "Ejaza"?
Ejaza is a certificate that confirms for a certain calligrapher that he/she reached a sufficient knowledge and talent, and this certificate is currently provided by individuals.
7- How can you participate in the Year of Arabic Calligraphy? How to contact us?
We will happily receive your participation via the registration link.