The Arabic Calligraphy Appreciation course is a short workshop aimed to introduce participants to an awareness of the world of calligraphy and the discipline required in learning to be a calligrapher. This workshop offers an intellectual and hands-on look at how Arabic calligraphy is taught formally. Participants will explore a brief history of Arabic calligraphy and proceed with interactive and hands-on classes that will provide them with an experience of the world of calligraphy. Students will learn how to hold a bamboo pen (qalam), ink, and prepare an inkpot. An artistic approach will be taken for those who enjoy the creative aspects of calligraphy.