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Bayt Al Qalam · Online Masterclass

Master the Art of Islamic Calligraphy & Painting

A comprehensive 3-month journey through the sacred art of Arabic calligraphy — from your first pen stroke to painting Quranic verses on canvas, guided by expert khattati Maryam.

Full Course Fee
SAR 1500
Complete 3-month programme · All levels welcome
3 Months · June – AugustStructured progressive learning
4 Days a Week
12 Weeks · 6 ModulesFrom pen lettering to canvas art
Online & LiveAll over the world!
Full Programme

Course Outline

Twelve weeks of structured, progressive learning — each week building on the last, guided by daily practice and live instruction.

Month 01
Lettering & Qalam Basics
Week 1
Lettering with Pen
Improve hand control & understand Arabic letter shapes.
  • Introduction to calligraphy tools
  • Pen grip and pressure control
  • Basic Arabic lettering strokes
  • Letter spacing and proportions
Week 2
Writing with Qalam
Learn traditional Arabic calligraphy writing.
  • Qalam basics & dot system
  • Traditional Qalam strokes
  • Writing individual Arabic letters
  • Decorative alphabet practice
Week 3
Complete Words
Learn smooth connections between letters.
  • Beginning, middle & ending forms
  • Smooth word writing
  • Word balance and spacing
  • Small quote artwork
Week 4
Pencil Techniques
Prepare hand balance for brush writing & canvas.
  • Two-pencil stroke exercises
  • Smooth stroke & pressure practice
  • Artwork sketch planning
  • Simple pencil composition
Month 02
Brush Lettering & Ayat Composition
Week 5
Brush Writing
Learn brush control and smooth movement.
  • Introduction to brushes & paints
  • Thick and thin brush lines
  • Brush lettering basics
  • Colorful brush artwork
Week 6
Ayat in Given Space
Learn proper composition and spacing.
  • Understanding layout grids
  • Writing within a fixed area
  • Multi-line Ayat composition
  • Decorative Ayat artwork
Week 7
Advanced Composition
Improve artistic balance and presentation.
  • Circular and vertical layouts
  • Layering words artistically
  • Gold highlight techniques
  • Islamic decorative borders
Week 8
Canvas Introduction
Prepare for professional canvas painting.
  • Canvas preparation methods
  • Background texture techniques
  • Writing with pencil on canvas
  • First brush lettering on canvas
Month 03
Canvas Mastery & Freehand Art
Week 9
Large Canvas Art
Create professional large-scale canvas artworks.
  • Planning large compositions
  • Color harmony & background design
  • Gold detailing & embellishment
  • Complete canvas artwork
Week 10
Freehand Writing
Write confidently without pencil sketching.
  • Brush control exercises
  • Writing without guidelines
  • Creative freehand layouts
  • Freehand Arabic quote artwork
Week 11
Advanced Freehand
Create expressive and modern artworks.
  • Modern Islamic art styles
  • Texture & lettering combination
  • Client-style artwork creation
  • Premium final artwork
Week 12
Final Project
Create portfolio-ready professional artwork.
  • Final artwork planning
  • Background & calligraphy writing
  • Final detailing & finishing
  • Portfolio presentation

Daily Practice Assignments — Practice assignments are given after every session and evaluated regularly to monitor progress. Consistency and dedication are key to mastering Arabic calligraphy.

Course Fee
1500 SAR — Full Programme
Schedule
4 Days per Week
Weeks
12 Weeks · 4 Sessions each
Level
Beginner to Advanced
Certificate
Issued on Completion
Format
Live Online Sessions
Skills You'll Gain

From First Stroke to Masterwork

Each module builds on the last, growing your confidence and technique until you can create complete artworks freely — without pencil guidelines.

Programme Structure

3-Month Journey

A progressive path — each month deepens your mastery.

Month 1
Foundations
Simple pen lettering basics
Introduction to the Qalam
Ink control & letter proportion
Individual Arabic letters
Traditional Qalam writing
Month 2
Words & Verses
Practice complete words
Quranic verse calligraphy
Brush lettering techniques
Composition & spacing
Color harmony in script
Month 3
Canvas Mastery
Professional canvas painting
Mixed media techniques
Artworks without pencil guidelines
Gold leaf & embellishment
Final artwork presentation
Your Teacher

Meet Maryam

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Maryam
Expert Khattati · Islamic Calligrapher
A master of traditional Arabic calligraphy, Maryam has dedicated years to the sacred art of Islamic script. Her work spans Ayat Al-Kursi, Al Asma-ul-Husna, and Kaaba paintings — each piece a meditation in ink and devotion.
47+
Artworks
5+
Years
KSA
Based
The pen is the bridge between the heart and eternity — every stroke is a whispered prayer.
Trained in classical Thuluth, Naskh & Ruq'ah scripts
Specialises in Quranic verse composition and gilded canvas work
Patient, structured teaching style — suitable for all skill levels
Personal feedback provided on every student's weekly practice
Certificate of completion awarded to all graduates
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Enrolment

Start Your Journey

Fill in the registration form and we'll send you all the details on WhatsApp — session timings, materials list, and payment instructions.

Live online sessions — join from home
4 days per week for 3 months
Materials list provided after enrolment
Certificate of completion issued
Full fee: 1500 SAR for the complete programme
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