Join a six-week calligraphy class with Br. Sayed Zubair Simab. The class is for beginner students and they will learn to write Arabic letters in Naskh style. The sessions will provide you with an understanding of:
– Pen, paper, and ink
– Preparing the pen
– Learning the Naskh style of writing and techniques.
No previous experience is necessary.
Tuesdays | 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. | Feb. 14 to March 21 | $90.00 (plus $35 calligraphy kit available for purchase during first class session) | For Ages 10-12 years | Capped at 40 attendees
Register at mcceastbay.org/calligraphy-class
Sessions are held in Banquet Hall. On Tuesdays: Feb 14th, 21st, 28th, March 7th, March 14th, & March 21st.
About the Instructor
Zubair Simab is a calligrapher and engineer living in Silicon Valley. He was born in Kabul, Afghanistan, where his initial passion for calligraphy was sparked as a young boy. Since 1997, Zubair has delightfully returned to the tradition of calligraphy. Through his work, the correlation between calligraphy and engineering is evident. With a background in engineering from the School of Engineering at San Jose State University, his calligraphy shows high attention to detail and technical mastery.
Zubair Simab fled Afghanistan at 17, eventually emigrating to the Bay Area. With his calligraphy, he seeks both to preserve the ancient art of beautifying Arabic texts and to build understanding among cultures. Learn more about Sidi Zubair at http://www.simabcalligraphy.com
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org