This week we guide you through exhibitions in Abha, Riyadh and Jeddah, showcasing the work of younger to mid-career Saudi ...

“The artist who, in the shadow of the throne of His Majesty, has become a master of calligraphy is Muhammad Husain of Kashmir. He has been honoured with the title Zarrinqalam, the gold pen. He ...

Jewellery is more than just an accessory-it is an extension of one personality a way to express style and in many cases a cherished keepsake Among the most elegant and timeless pieces pearl jewellery ...

Consider, for example, Christopher Buoscio’s two epic ... black-and-white mandala of concentric rings interspersed with the Arabic words for “peace” and “home” inscribed repeatedly ...

For someone who grew up with Bengali and English, learning Japanese is a fresh and bracing experience, writes Baizid ...

The National's Luxury magazine team puts together Black Book, a cheat sheet of the most interesting and noteworthy arrivals ...

Enjoying an eclectic mix of Arabic/Emirati fusion cuisine ... Islamic inspired pattern designs, calligraphy and traditional skills such as ‘Talli’ embroidery and ‘Sadu’ weaving. Contemporary elements ...

Scientists say that the two lost, but extremely important books by Apollonius, the Greek mathematician known to the ancient ...

De Laurentis uses the classical musical expression sprezzatura to emphasize a fundamental pursuit in calligraphy — even if a ...

A free online platform designed to teach Arabic to non-native speakers was recently launched by Al Qasimia University, in an attempt to help spread Arabic learning in the community. Named 'Mubeen ...