Mohamed wahdan : architect, cultural creator, and founder of Al Qalam l Qalamandmic season 2
About this episode
The episode explores Mohamed Wahdan's journey in Arabic calligraphy and the cultural significance of Al Qalam.
In this episode, we dive into the journey of Mohamed Wahdan, founder of Al Qalam, and how his background in engineering and architecture shaped his perspective on Arabic calligraphy and the way he understands the relationship between form, space, and beauty. He shares the story behind the creation of Al Qalam—an idea that began modestly and evolved into a vibrant cultural hub in the heart of Historic Cairo. The conversation highlights the influence of the location near the Sultan Hassan and Al-Rifa’i Mosques on Al Qalam’s artistic vision and its mission to revive the elegance of Islamic and Ottoman Egyptian architecture. Mohamed also discusses the platform’s commitment to bridging the gap between the community and the art of Arabic calligraphy through workshops, exhibitions, and public engagement. We explore what Al Qalam offers today, from its school, store, studio, and lab to its specialized library of over 500 books focusing on the Kufic script. Finally, Mohamed reflects on Al Qalam’s international outlook, its plans to organize an “Islamic Art Week,” collaborations with the GCC and Europe, and its perspective on the role of artificial intelligence in preserving and evolving…
People in this episode
Guest: Mohamed Wahdan
Topics covered
- Arabic calligraphy
- cultural hub
- Islamic architecture
- community engagement
- artistic vision
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Al Qalam
Places: Historic Cairo, Sultan Hassan Mosque, Al-Rifa’i Mosque
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