Aug 6Stroke of FaithAbdushakur is an eccentric artist, known throughout the city for his intricate and meticulous work of art. He spent his days immersed in his work, creating masterpieces that seemed to suggest a degree of craziness. One day, as he sat in a Starbucks, diligently working on one of his pieces…Abdushukur2 min readAbdushukur2 min read
Aug 6Chiseled DoubtAbdushakur stood in the bustling lobby of the city’s renowned art school, surrounded by sanitized canvases and sculptures that seemed to want to breathe life. Abdushakur’s presence was far from harmonious, his crossed arms and expression of contempt radiating confrontational nonchalance. …Art3 min readArt3 min read
Aug 6The EndOne day, a group of deviants approached Abdushakur, and began asking him about the time of the end of the world. Abdushakur paused incredulously for a moment, wondering why these deviants were bothering him with an asinine question. With a straight face, he responded, “The world ends twice.” Bewildered, the…Storytelling1 min readStorytelling1 min read
May 10Navigating the Artistic Currents Amidst the Decline of Traditional Art InstitutionsIn a rapidly evolving creative landscape, where digital mediums and new forms of expression take center stage, there is one timeless medium that continues to captivate artists and enthusiasts alike: pen and ink. As we witness the decline of traditional art institutions, this short, shared thought will explore the enduring…Art3 min readArt3 min read
May 10Embracing the Unseen: Abstract Art and IconoclasmArt has long been a medium of expression, allowing artists to communicate their perspectives, emotions, and ideas. Throughout history, the portrayal of living beings has been a predominant theme in art. However, there exists a realm beyond figural representation — the world of abstract art and iconoclasm. In this blog…Art2 min readArt2 min read
May 7The Transformation of Islamic Manuscripts: Unveiling the Ascendancy of PaperIn the earliest days of Islam, parchment was commonly employed for manuscript production. However, following the introduction of paper in the Arab world during the eighth century, it swiftly emerged as the dominant medium for writing. It is commonly held that the presence of paper in a manuscript predates its…History4 min readHistory4 min read
Apr 29Transcendent Beauty: How Islamic Art Preceded and Surpasses Western AbstractionAbstract art is often associated with Western art movements, but Islamic abstract art has a rich history that dates back centuries. Unlike Western abstract art, which often lacks genuine meaning beyond aesthetic pleasure, Islamic abstract art focuses on the beauty and transcendence of Allah (God). This deep spiritual connection gives…Art2 min readArt2 min read
Apr 29The Divine Spark: How Islamic Monotheism Ignites the Creative ProcessIslamic monotheism, or tawhid, is the central tenet of Islam and is the foundation of Islamic belief. It is the belief that there is only one God, Allah, and that He alone should be worshipped without associates or partners (the action of associating anyone or anything in worship with Allah…Art2 min readArt2 min read
