Iranian calligrapher Alborzi showcasing Kufic script in Dubai
Dubai’s Urbanist Art Gallery is currently showcasing the exquisite exhibition titled ‘Endless Beauty,’ featuring 23 mesmerizing works of Kufic script calligraphy by the highly acclaimed artist, Sanaz Alborzi.
This exhibition, which commenced on June 6, will continue to captivate art enthusiasts until June 21.
In addition to this remarkable exhibition, Sanaz Alborzi will graciously host a complimentary workshop at the gallery, as reported by IRNA.
Renowned for her mastery in both calligraphy and painting, Sanaz skillfully merges these disciplines, resulting in a diverse array of breathtaking creations. Among her notable works are ‘My Moon’ (2016), a captivating masterpiece composed of acrylic, copper, and gold leaf on canvas, as well as ‘Peacock’ (2018), an acrylic marvel on canvas.
Alborzi’s artistic journey stems from a graphic design background, and she is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Islamic Art History at Istanbul University’s Faculty of Islamic Art. Her expertise in the Kufic script has led her to teach this distinctive art form and actively participate in numerous festivals and workshops, including a notable presence at Dubai Expo 2020.
Furthermore, Sanaz has presided over esteemed juries focusing on visual arts, graphic design, and illustration, further solidifying her reputation as a respected authority in the field. Notably, her enchanting compositions seamlessly blend calligraphy with illustrations against meticulously crafted canvases. Inspired by the works of esteemed artists such as Paul Cezanne from France and Vincent Van Gogh from the Netherlands, Sanaz skillfully incorporates their influences into her vibrant palettes and meticulously composed works. Noteworthy Calligraphy masters Hossein Zenderoudi and Faramarz Pilaram also serve as her primary sources of inspiration.
Shahab Shahidani, Iranian scholar, describes Sanaz Alborzi’s work eloquently:
“Alborzi’s work makes use of eternal forms as prescribed in the realm of the universe. No script can bind heaven and earth together like Kufic, and due to its mystic and heavenly character, it fits perfectly in the cosmic spaces. In these created forms, the Kufic lines emerge from an unseen world and flow to our own like a stream, a cascade or a fountain of letters, or sometimes reach the earth undaunted like a ray of light from a sun-like circle above,” Shahidani states. “The world is actually nothing more than beautiful lines that must be read. With the aid of Kufic script and correct backgrounds, Alborzi has bestowed a new life to the natural elements.”