Arabic Calligraphy in 12 Minutes: Everything to Know Before Your First Lesson

How do you write a letter that lasts for centuries? In this calm introduction you'll discover where Arabic (Islamic) calligraphy comes from, the main scripts (Kufi, Sülüs, Nesih and Divani), why every letter follows exact proportions, the natural materials it is written with (reed pen, handmade ink, prepared paper) and how it is learned: patiently, step by step, with a teacher. Perfect to watch before your first lesson. You don't need any experience; a little curiosity and patience is all it takes. Turkish subtitles available. Chapters: 0:00 Welcome 0:48 What is calligraphy? 1:30 Why writing takes centre stage 2:09 A short history 3:06 A spiritual dimension 3:43 The styles of script 4:23 Kufi 5:02 Sülüs 5:36 Nesih 6:06 Divani 6:42 Where you'll see it 7:19 The art of proportion 8:08 The materials 8:53 Technique and posture 9:32 Learning with a teacher 10:24 Its value 11:01 What to expect in class 11:43 See you in class Want to learn in the traditional way, with meşk and a teacher? Rumi Kunst Instituut (the Netherlands): https://rumikunst.com Images: own photos and material from Wikimedia Commons (public domain / Creative Commons). #arabiccalligraphy #islamiccalligraphy #calligraphy