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          | Fauzia Khan
Calligrapher and Islamic ArtistAbout the art. 
                         Fauzia Khan is a self-taught calligrapher with
              the ability to write in various different English Scripts as well
              as Arabic and Urdu. She has also learnt about the mathematical
              concepts behind Islamic geometric art and has used this knowledge
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          |  | The artist uses many media, including
              painting on glass and wood, but especially watercolour, gouache
          and inks with metal as well as bamboo pens and brushes. 
 The calligraphy can be a geometric design, be part of a watercolour
          design or be a piece of illuminated art. Many of the pieces show a
          fusion of Islamic influences and English calligraphy.
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          | The artist takes her inspiration
          from nature, taking landscape photos to later use in the artwork. 
 The artist also tries to draw in the quality of
              light and also the symbolism of light in religious worship and
              texts into her work. The main
              reason behind the artwork is to promote peace and understanding
              between
              people
                of different faiths, cultures
              and backgrounds. The artist tries to choose verses that show non-Muslims
              that Islam is not an alien religion, She also seeks to show the
              humanity in all races and cultures by using sayings and poetry
              that talk about the aspects  of human nature that we all
          share.
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          |  | One of her favourite quotes
              is that of Peter Ustinov who said, "Love is an endless act
          of forgiveness, a tender look which becomes a habit". 
 This is particularly important because she believes as Muslims we should
          be able to show and promote forgiveness within our families, communities
          and nations as this was an attribute of the Prophet Muhammad (peace
          be upon him)
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          | and strongly recommended
              by Allah in the Quran. Fauzia is available for exhibitions and workshops.
              She also takes commissions, is selling many of the pieces and prints
              for charity and also makes hand-made cards and bookmarks, which
              are a small way of spreading the sentiments of faith and peace.  Recent Exhibitions Salford Uni Islamic Society Islamic Awareness
              Week 06
 Liverpool Uni Islamic
              Society Islamic Awareness Week 06
 
 Leeds
              Central Library April 7-26 th 06
 
 Museum of Liverpool 22 nd and 23
              rd April 06
 
 For more information
              on the artist's work please phone:  07903607649
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