Join us in Creativity Studio B + Common Area (Suite 214) for a special evening of Arabic Calligraphy with Tett Artist in Residence, Jabra Mitwasi! This is a unique opportunity to explore the artistry of Arabic script, see what Jabra has been working on during his residency, and try your hand at this beautiful art form.
✨ What to Expect:
📖 A brief presentation on the history and artistic significance of Arabic calligraphy
🎨 A live demonstration of how Arabic words are transformed into contemporary art
✍️ A hands-on session where you can experiment with bamboo pens & ink
🍵 Enjoy tea, snacks, and music while connecting with fellow art lovers
Ages 18+ | By donation/PWYC & registration is required.
No prior experience needed—just bring your curiosity and creativity!
About
Jabra Mitwasi is a Palestinian designer and artist passionate about Arabic Calligraphy and graphic design. He holds a master’s degree in design from the University of Sunderland (2019) having over 15 years of teaching experience at Dar al-Kalima University-Bethlehem, specializing in typography and calligraphy.
Mitwasi has always pursued self-development in art, taking numerous workshops in video editing, drawing, painting, artistic cloth dying, stained glass, ceramics, and more. His commitment to exploring diverse mediums and techniques is exemplified by his creation of a large polystyrene sculpture for Caritas Hospital’s 50th-anniversary celebration. In addition, he studied icon painting in Greece and Palestine, producing Byzantine and Jerusalem School-style icons, and participated in screen printing workshops, broadening his artistic range. His portfolio includes a joint video installation project and several contemporary calligraphy paintings.
Now based in Kingston, Ontario, Mitwasi continues to push the boundaries of his artistic practice, especially through contemporary interpretations of Arabic Calligraphy. Passionate about community engagement, he has held exhibitions and workshops that celebrate the cultural and visual significance of Arabic Calligraphy.
IG: @jabraartstudio