WAW Blog
Guides and practical tips for learning Arabic calligraphy.
Riqa Calligraphy for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Guide
A practical guide to learning Riqa (Ruq'ah), the simplest Arabic calligraphy script: what makes it different, the tools you need, the order to learn the letters, and common mistakes.
Types of Arabic Calligraphy: Which Script Should You Learn First?
A simple guide to the main types of Arabic calligraphy: Kufic, Naskh, Thuluth, Diwani, Riqa and Farsi. What makes each one different, and which to learn first.
