Introduction to Old Nubian calligraphy used in medieval Nubia
Welcome to this online workshop, where participants will have the opportunity to observe in the ancient manuscripts the way letters were made and learn how to reproduce them using the reed pen and a natural ink.
We are learning from the ancient methods of writing, when the act of writing was a craftsmanship, kept alive as a precious heritage.
Here is a list of materials you can prepare to have during the sessions. But even if nothing is available, please join us with just your pencil and a piece of paper!
Ιnks:
Walnut ink
or Indian ink
or any other dark color ink
or gouache
or black lamp ink
Paper:
A squared notebook (5- 6mm = almost 1/4 inch.)
or a notebook squared paper sheet
or a normal A4 paper which you will prepare as a squared paper sheet.
As a pen:
You need a twig of a tree
or a bamboo reed pen
or bamboo skewer sticks
Tools:
A box cutter
or a Stanley knife
or a common sharp knife
A fine grit sandpaper (180-220)
A common kichen sponge
An empty box of canned food or glass to keep the water
Paper towels or kitchen towel
Join the session via:
https://uib.zoom.us/j/64480053925?pwd=cUp5di9LZ0k3eS9neE5HcXhhYkF5QT09
Irini Gonou
September
16
4:00 PM
UTC