Scripts 'n' Scribes

In this 4-week online series with , participants will learn to design and paint intricate Shamsa patterns inspired by traditional Iznik tile motifs.

Each week, we will explore a different motif - Rumi, clouds, stylized flowers, and semi-stylized flowers.

Link in bio (https://www.scriptsnscribes.com/shamsa-iznik-2025)

Course Schedule:
-Week 1 (June 10 and 12): Rumi Motifs in Iznik Shamsa Patterns
-Week 2 (June 17 and 19): Cloud Motifs (Bulut)
-Week 3 ( June 24 and 26): Stylized Floral Motifs
-Week 4 (July 1 and July 3): Semi-Stylized Floral Motifs

This online 4-week workshop with continues from Intro to Naskh Script I, with a greater emphasis on providing feedback on the students' work. The instructor will briefly introduce a new weekly lesson that includes a few variations of each letter combination.

During our final session, the instructor will do a special presentation on The Noble Hilye of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). We will delve into the importance of the Hilye-i Sharif in written form in Islamic calligraphy.

Prerequisite: Completion of "Intro to Naskh Part I" or equivalent beginner-level proficiency in the Naskh script for continuing students.

More details in bio
https://www.scriptsnscribes.com/naskh-script2-2025

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