Abdullah Yusuf's thoughts on the art of calligraphy.
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"One would think how simple it is, though not.
This is not a simple stunt."
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"But the end result
is very nice."
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"When you see the letters take shape,
the more beautiful it is."
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Design with Persian reeds.
The last touches:
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And the end result:
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"This is just a draft.
The customer will tell if he like it.
Then I'll make a neat background."
The background is ready.
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The end result:
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Beautiful calligraphy in Thugra style, step by step pictures from the first design to the ready calligraphy art.
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The happy owner.
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