Spring Arabic Calligraphy Workshop
Dr. Younasse Tarbouni is a Teaching Professor of Arabic for the Department of Jewish, Islamic, and Middle Eastern Studies. A.J. Robinson is the reference/subject librarian for Islamic Studies and South Asian Studies in Olin Library.
Join Dr. Tarbouni and subject librarian A.J. Robinson in Olin Library for an opportunity to learn about and create unique calligraphy based on Arabic script and other writings in an all-proficiency levels workshop.
This event, running from 9:00am to 11:00am on Friday, April 12th, will feature an exhibition of manuscripts and rare books from Olin's collections to showcase calligraphy and its influences.
Paper and sample calligraphy will be provdied, participants are encouraged to bring their favorite pen for practice. Special pens will be provided to participants for final contributions. Light snacks and coffee provided.
This event is open to all.
Co-sponsored by the Department of Jewish, Islamic, and Middle Eastern Studies and Olin Library