Join us for the Crafting with Intention workshop led by Sh Shakeel to connect with the tradition of Islamic calligraphy and embrace mindfulness and creativity.
In the workshop you’ll be given a small wooden box, crafted by Sh Shakeel, and adorn it with calligraphy. Through this hands-on experience, you’ll reflect on the history of calligraphy, ground yourself in the present, and gain skills that you can implement in future artworks.
Shakeel Tariq is an Australian Muslim artist of Indian origin, blending graffiti, woodwork, and Arabic calligraphy into a unique creative style. Trained as a cabinet maker specialising in period reproductions and restoration, he later studied a course in Islamic studies.
His multidisciplinary approach explores diverse mediums—from digital art for wall decals and wedding invites to laser-cut Perspex and home installations. His work has been featured in the Islamic Museum of Melbourne and local newspapers, with many pieces held in private collections and schools.