Meet the Artists Keeping Islamic Art Alive

Islamic art, with its rich history, intricate designs, and deep spiritual significance, has been a cornerstone of cultural identity across centuries. From the architectural marvels of the Mughal Empire to the geometric patterns found in Islamic calligraphy, this form of art has long been a visual representation of divine beauty. However, in the modern world, where new technologies and art forms dominate, a group of dedicated artists continues to preserve, revive, and innovate within this timeless tradition. Here's a list of artists doing just that in 2025

Mohannad Husam

Mohannad Husam, a multidisciplinary artist from Amman, blends AI-generated visuals with Arabic and Islamic influences. His work fuses 3D/2D elements, calligraphy, and digital art to bring traditional Islamic art into the AI era.

Kareemgraphy

Kareemgraphy (Abdul Kareem) is a calligraffiti artist known for blending calligraphy with graffiti. He has showcased his talent at major events like the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, Dubai World Cup 2024, and AFC Asian Cup 2023, alongside collaborations with global brands.

Sumaiyyah Abhi

Sumaiyyah Abhi, a German artist, merges calligraphy with emotion, crafting visually poetic pieces that resonate deeply. Her elegant strokes transform words into art, forging a powerful connection between script and viewer.

Walada

Walada Touriño, a Spanish artist, revitalizes Islamic art with a modern touch. Raised in a family of artisans, she blends tradition with contemporary creativity. For her, each piece is more than art—it’s a bridge to history, spirituality, and timeless elegance.

ŞEYMA ÇINAR

Şeyma Çınar, an Istanbul-born Tezhip artist, has exhibited widely and published her work in books and magazines. Her intricate designs appear on wood, tile, and porcelain, with pieces in private and public collections. She teaches Tezhip Art at her atelier and the Istanbul Design Center.

Bassem zawdeh

Bassem Zawdeh is an architect, restorer, and artist specializing in Arabesque and Kufi calligraphy. He crafts unique handmade artworks, custom digital wall décor, and Khutut Madina designs inspired by 700-year-old patterns.

Muhammad Hobe

Muhammad Hobe is among the first Africans to receive an Ijaza in calligraphy from master Hasan Çelebi. His passion for the art began in 2000, leading him to Turkey in 2009, where he earned his Icazet in Naskh and Thuluth scripts. Now based in Istanbul, he continues to create and refine his craft.

Hatem Arafa

Hatem Arafa is a master calligraphy artist and graphic designer, specializing in traditional Islamic calligraphy and modern designs. He offers courses in Arabic calligraphy and illumination, blending traditional styles like Al-Diwani and Al-Thuluth with contemporary digital designs. His work has been showcased in global exhibitions.

Mobeen Akhtar

Mobeen Akhtar is a London-based artist who combines traditional Islamic art with contemporary expression. Inspired by the intricate beauty of Arabesque design, Persian miniatures, and Quranic art, he revives these ancient techniques with a modern sensibility.

Bahman Panahi

Bahman Panahi, born in Iran in 1967, is a visual artist, calligrapher, and musician based in Paris. He studied calligraphy under masters like Gholamhosein Amirkhani and music with Mohammad Reza Lotfi. Panahi graduated from Tehran University and furthered his studies at Ecole Beaux-arts de Valenciennes and Sorbonne University, exploring the link between music and calligraphy.

Nagihan Seymour

Nagihan Seymour is a British Turkish artist specializing in Tezhip, the art of illumination and sacred geometry. Combining traditional manuscript illumination with modern designs, she creates unique, symmetrical artworks featuring floral ornamentation and geometric patterns.

Art By Saaraa

Saraaa Khan is a Dubai-based artist celebrated for her unique custom canvas and portrait paintings. She skillfully blends Arabic calligraphy with vibrant alcohol ink art, creating captivating pieces that showcase the beauty of both art forms. Her work reflects a seamless fusion of tradition and contemporary expression, making each piece a visual masterpiece.

Yudi Wahyudin R

Yudi Wahyudin R is an Indonesian artist known for his digital calligraphy, offering a fresh and innovative perspective on Islamic art and calligraphy. His work blends traditional techniques with modern digital methods, creating stunning visual pieces that bring a contemporary twist to the timeless beauty of Islamic calligraphy.

Maaida Noor

Award-winning artist Maaida Noor, influenced by her British and Pakistani roots, blends ancient and modern Islamic art. Her work combines elements from the Maghreb, Fatimids, Safavid Persians, and Mughal India, creating pieces that evoke oneness with nature and the Divine.

Mira mina ART

Mira Mina is a German artist known for creating striking imagery of sacred Islamic symbols. Her work blends traditional Islamic motifs with contemporary artistic expression, offering a modern take on sacred visuals.

Naveen Khan

Naveen Khan blends abstract art with Islamic calligraphy, aiming to reflect Islam's beauty. They teach simple techniques to empower the Muslim community in preserving and sharing Islamic art.

Alefiya Abbas Ali

Alefiya Abbas Ali is a Traditional Islamic artist from Karachi, Pakistan, specializing in art inspired by Islamic architecture. With degrees in Fine Arts and Traditional Islamic Arts, she creates paintings using natural pigments and pure gold leaves. Alefiya participates in global exhibitions and teaches workshops to revive and celebrate Islamic Arts.

Shadiya Mohammed

Shadiya Mohammed, a South Indian artist from Kerala, combines Islamic illumination with nature-inspired designs. Using gold and floral motifs, her work reflects divine qualities, showcasing nature as a manifestation of the Creator’s power.

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