What is Calligraphy?
Calligraphy, which is used extensively especially in Islam, is a calligraphy writing system that creates different shapes from letters. This art, which was practiced in the Ottoman period based on the master-apprentice relationship, was frequently used before the invention of the printing press. In addition to important informational books, holy books were also written with this art. Each culture, such as Islamic, Arabic, Japanese, and Chinese, has its own unique form of calligraphy. Calligraphy, which has evolved over time, is practiced in different ways today. In addition to the old-style traditional practice, it is also shaped using modern and concrete designs. In this art, generally practiced by talented artists, the shapes applied to the letters are spontaneous, so they are determined entirely by the desire of the person creating them.
How is Calligraphy Done?
Reed is used as a pen in calligraphy. To give thickness and thinness to the writing, the tip of the reed is held at an angle. For each inscription, the tip of the reed is carved separately to give it shape. Pens can also be prepared from other woods to create thicker shapes. To prevent the ink, formed by the mixture of gum and soot, from being absorbed too much by the paper, a substance called 'ahar' is first applied.
