Calligraphy, once considered the highest form of writing, faces new questions in an age of screens and sensors. Is this ancient art still tethered to brush and ink? The resounding response: not at all ...

VIJAYAPURA: When veteran artist Dr Subbayya Neela was invited to join a campaign to spread communal harmony through the ancient but fading art of Islamic calligraphy, he could not hide his delight.

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Weaving Willow Craftworks has opened in Lititz with a variety of fine art and craft supplies. The store at 57 E. Main St. carries oil, watercolor, acrylic and gouache paints in addition to brushes, ...

Mumbai: A few years ago, Hajra Aijaz Farahi faced a personal crisis. Negative thoughts weighed her down, and bouts of nervousness began affecting her productivity. Then, a computer teacher and her ...

A rich exhibition of works on paper at the Drawing Center in SoHo showcases the paradox at the heart of Delaney’s work. By Will Heinrich I didn’t go to “In the Medium of Life: The Drawings of Beauford ...

In the world of luxury design, the mastery of technique and the art of storytelling converge in a profound way. For Hélène and Jeanne Karpov, a dynamic sister duo whose shared passion for gouaché ...

In the heart of two ancient civilizations — one sprawling across East Asia, the other rooted in the Middle East — there exists a sacred tradition of writing that transcends mere communication. For the ...

From traditional scripts to modern styles, this art form offers a creative outlet and a chance to connect with history – here are tips from Hong Kong artists Samantha Cheung, Kalo Chu and Kaye Shu ...

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Editor's note: Chinese calligraphy is the artistic practice of writing Chinese characters using a brush and ink. Celebrated for its aesthetic beauty and cultural depth, Chinese calligraphy is not ...