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Wednesday, April 29 2020 - 03:25
AsiaNet
Ministry of Culture Launches the World's First e-learning Platform for Arabic Calligraphy and Islamic Decorative Arts
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, April 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/ --

Steeped in rich cultural heritage, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has for 
centuries been home to some of history's finest Arabic calligraphers and 
Islamic artists. The Saudi Ministry of Culture is celebrating this heritage and 
leading the digital transformation of this specialized art form by launching 
the world's first e-learning platform for Arabic calligraphy and Islamic 
decorative arts.

The platform, Al Khattat ('The Calligrapher'), is an initiative of the Year of 
Arabic Calligraphy and the Quality of Life Program, part of the Kingdom's 
Vision 2030. The platform will be overseen by preeminent calligraphers from 
both the Kingdom and across the Arab world, promoting cultural exchange and 
enabling distinguished calligraphers to share their knowledge through training 
courses, projects and workshops.

Al Khattat is the latest example of the Ministry's dedication to cultural and 
digital transformation, allowing both budding calligraphers and 
well-established artists to explore this ancient art form whilst remaining 
safely at home as the world collectively battles the coronavirus pandemic.

The platform will give those interested in learning the art of Arabic 
calligraphy an opportunity to attend classes conducted by the industry's 
leading professionals, providing a platform for cultural creators to engage 
with their international peers. Participants will be able to choose the style 
of calligraphy as well as the specific calligrapher they wish to learn from as 
they choose from a variety of training courses, including Arabic calligraphy, 
gilding and panel making. Participants are also invited to study font design, 
where they will learn how to create Arabic computer fonts.

A symbol of national identity, Arabic calligraphy is deeply woven into the 
Kingdom's history; its aesthetic beauty reflecting the prosperity of Saudi 
culture. The Ministry of Culture's support for this platform highlights its 
appreciation and celebration of the art form and its history, as it seeks to 
develop and nurture a rich cultural ecosystem while sharing Saudi heritage with 
the world. 

Al Khattat platform can be accessed at https://www.alkhattat.net 

Photo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1161115/The_Calligrapher.jpg 

Source:  Ministry of Culture, KSA
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