Hassan Mourad

Hassan Sobhi Mourad (January 3, 1942 – August 14, 2015) was an academic, a calligrapher, an artist, a researcher, an author and a poet.

He specialized in Arabic calligraphy, its development and teaching, drawing to all age groups, as well as contributing in writing art-related articles.

Born in Syria, Hassan Mourad lived abroad in various countries and continents for over thirty-five years due to his career in diplomatic service.

Mourad was also influenced by other great Arab artists, such as Hashim the Calligrapher, the Turkish Hamid Alamady, Mostapha Raqim and Hamdallah Alamasy, as well as the Persian Meer Ali Tabreez, Abbas Akhaween and others.

[1] Having so many historical figures to look up to build a foundation of an ever growing passion for Arabic Calligraphy, which encouraged Mourad to learn the principles and arts with patience, diligence, and willingness.