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Sharjah Calligraphy Forum on Arab lettering
The activities of the Sharjah Calligraphy Forum in its twelfth edition focused on exploring the aesthetic and cultural dimensions of Arabic calligraphy and its extensions into art, literature, and architecture. The accompanying symposium, titled "Arabic Calligraphy between Authenticity and Global Leadership," discussed the role of calligraphy in shaping the visual identity of a place. Speakers emphasized the importance of interpreting inscriptions and architectural designs to reflect social and cultural contexts, as well as the role of Arabic script in strengthening civilizational belonging. Additionally, the presentation papers examined the impact of letters on artistic expression and cultural communication, highlighting the presence of calligraphy in modern architecture and arts, and underscoring the significance of contemporary art experiments in revitalizing dialogue between cultures through the use of letterforms and design elements.
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