What is calligraphy?
Calligraphy is a visual practice that emphasizes the line, rhythm, proportion and arrangement of writing.
Origins, forms and everyday life
Brushes, pens, ink and surfaces support different writing traditions. The balance of legible text and visual composition varies by purpose and culture. Calligraphy is not limited to one script or country.
Meaning, change and safeguarding
Learning involves repetition, studying models and feedback. Digital tools offer new forms, but gesture and materials remain central in many traditions; identify the maker and context of works.
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