# Event Details - **Event Name**: Arabic Calligraphy Workshop with Khalid Casado - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: A special opportunity in NYC for an all-day Arabic calligraphy workshop with master calligrapher, Khalid Casado!About this EventMaterials and supplies are provided, and all skill levels are welcome! Advanced students have an opportunity to work on their meshq as well as tuning their qalams.The Artist: Drawn to the elegant forms of classical Arabic calligraphy, Khalid Casado, found himself scouring the internet to learn more. His search led him to meet the esteemed Nuria Garcia Masip, who had trained with the best artists in this field. Meeting her opened up doors to worlds that he could have never imagined. After six years of training, traveling and relentlessly practicing, he received his icacet, or license, in Istanbul.Now a master in his own right, Khalid brings a unique perspective to the art of Arabic calligraphy. Khalid pours over the details of compositions and plays with lines and dots, poetry and sacred verse, in unexpected ways, but always maintaining the integrity of the classical form, in letter and manner.Khalid teaches and exhibits internationally. You can view his works most recently at exhibitions such as the Biennial in Sharjah, Medina in Saudi Arabia, Barcelona, Washington DC and most recently Mexico City.This workshop is presented in partnership with the generous support of NY based and aspiring calligrapher, Asad Husain.-The (RSSA) works with a global network of artists and musicians to nurture the cultural, intellectual, and spiritual wisdom woven into sacred art forms. The Reed Society's work serves not only as a platform for cultural preservation but also as a source of healing and reconnection for diverse populations, particularly diaspora communities, immigrants, and refugees seeking to engage with their heritage.In collaboration with leading artists and institutions, our organization curates a rich array of programs — including hands-on workshops, immersive retreats, musical performances, academic lectures, and exhibitions. The Reed Society’s work spans disciplines such as Arabic and Ottoman calligraphy, Islamic illumination (tazhib/tehzib), sacred geometry, and traditional music forms such as Qawwali and Sufi-inspired vocal traditions.The Reed Society has partnered with organizations such as the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art, The Walters Art Museum, The Kennedy Center, and major universities including Harvard, George Washington University and Stanford.Keep the connection alive — Join our newsletter for upcoming Reed Society programs and events. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/1e5df480-c32b-11f1-bdfc-e5b1e4713ecd-rimg-w463-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-york/arabic-calligraphy-workshop-with-khalid-casado/100002001808733810 - **Event Categories**: art, workshops, fine-arts, music, exhibitions, meetups, literary-art, entertainment, live-music - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 15+ - Duration: 5 hours - Location: 520 W 25th St - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 103.22, max: 103.22, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New York - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: 520 W 25th St - **lat**: 40.74922979999999 - **long**: -74.0044496 - **full address**: 520 W 25th St, 520 West 25th Street, New York, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Arabic Calligraphy Workshop with Khalid Casado - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/1e64154cb6a3225c897bd0229ebb704254998430e7d974c447b73e47020c520f-rimg-w990-h799-dce8c898-gmir.jpg?v=1790850731 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Arabic Calligraphy Workshop with Khalid Casado being held? - **A:** Arabic Calligraphy Workshop with Khalid Casado takes place on Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 520 W 25th St, 520 West 25th Street, New York, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Arabic Calligraphy Workshop with Khalid Casado? - **A:** Arabic Calligraphy Workshop with Khalid Casado is organized by Reed Society for the Sacred Arts. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Arabic Calligraphy Workshop with Khalid Casado is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New York, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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