Iran to exhibit old calligraphy works

"The Niavaran Cultural Complex is slated to mount an exhibition of works created by the country's veteran calligraphers, in Tehran.  The exhibition, which will kick off on Nov. 13, 2008, will display some 20...

Inspiring Interview with Izzy Pludwinski a Professional Calligrapher

Izzy Pludwinski is a professional calligrapher in both Hebrew and English calligraphy. Abstract Hebrew Calligraphy - an exciting new field Izzy has been experimenting with, some commercial work, and a newly...

Libraries in the sand reveal Africa's academic past

"TIMBUKTU, Mali (Reuters) - Researchers in Timbuktu are fighting to preserve tens of thousands of ancient texts which they say prove Africa had a written history at least as old as the European Renaissance."