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The Sharjah Calligraphy Biennial is a cornerstone of the Sharjah Cultural Project and a vibrant platform

The Sharjah Calligraphy Biennial is a cornerstone of the Sharjah Cultural Project and a vibrant platform that allows Arabic calligraphy artists from Sharjah to reach a global audience. It also serves as an attractive space for art enthusiasts.

For two decades, the Sharjah Calligraphy Biennial has been a beacon, illuminating the art of Arabic calligraphy on the global stage. Since its inception in 2004, the Sharjah Calligraphy Biennial has played a pivotal role in reviving the splendor of this ancient art form, in alignment with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, may God protect him. Guided by His Highness's deep appreciation for calligraphy as a quintessential Islamic art, the Biennial has consistently delved into specialized themes that explore the rich history and profound significance of calligraphy.

In its eleventh edition, the Sharjah Calligraphy Biennial, organized by the Department of Cultural Affairs at the Sharjah Department of Culture, unfolds under the evocative theme "Inscriptions," which has inspired the creativity of over 200 artists, researchers, scholars, and internationally renowned calligraphers from around the world, to contribute works that resonate with the theme's vast horizons and layered meanings.

The Sharjah Calligraphy Biennial has successfully expanded the global appreciation of calligraphy, fostering an audience that engages with the art form through a contemplative lens, seeking not only visual satisfaction but also spiritual and emotional resonance. In each letter, viewers find a rhythmic process, a profound spiritual journey that mirrors the depths of the human soul.

The biennial includes:
  • General Exhibition
  • Contemporary Calligraphy Exhibition
  • Solo Exhibitions 
  • Workshops
  • Intellectual Activities (Coextending Seminars, Conversation Sessions, and Lectures)
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