Course: Persian Calligraphy, Nasta'liq Script

Keramat Fathinia

The Centre for Iranian Studies at SOAS is delighted to partner with the Iran Heritage Foundation to offer a course in Persian Calligraphy.

This ten-week exercise-based course is suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced. It is based on a one-to-one teaching method, so everyone will be given the instructions based on their own level and previous experience.

You will learn the writing techniques of the Nasta'liq script during the course, and the first session will start with a general introduction to the traditional tools, materials, and various Islamic calligraphy styles.

Although previous knowledge of Persian language is not necessary, you will enjoy the course more if you have familiarity with the alphabets and particularly the language, as the materials are constantly engaged with Persian language and literature.

The course will be taught in two classes of ten on Monday and Wednesday evenings, as follows:

Mondays 6:00-8:00pm 20 January 2020 — 23 March 2020

Wednesdays 6:00-8:00pm 22 January 2020 — 25 March 2020

Please specify on registration which class you wish to attend.

Fees: £300 for ten classes

There will be a small additional charge of between £10 and £20 for materials and tools.

To register Click here . The registration deadline is Monday 27 January 2020
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Keramat Fathinia is a Persian calligrapher born in Iran who has been teaching calligraphy for over 17 years. He received a distinguished certificate in both Nasta'liq and Shikasteh Nasta'liq styles from the Iranian Calligraphers Association (ICA) in Iran, and has had several exhibitions, workshops, and demonstrations in both Iran and London, including at SOAS, Cambridge University, BIPS (British Institute of Persian Studies), and the Courtauld Gallery.

Organiser: Iran Heritage Foundation in partnership with the Centre for Iranian Studies, SOAS

Contact email: leonard@iranheritage.org

Contact Tel: 020 3651 2124