The Journey of Joumana Medlej, a Kufic Calligraphy Artist

Joumana Medlej is a British-Lebanese calligrapher residing in London, specializing in Kufic calligraphy. She has created works of art that are rich in detail and aesthetics. Her artwork has been sold all over the world. Her interest in Kufic calligraphy stems from the ancient geometric techniques of Islamic art. Discover her journey from being a trainee to mastering and teaching Kufic Calligraphy art in this conversation with Owen Williams in this episode of The Anglo-Arab Voice.

Presenter Owen Williams

Voiceover by Mo Ayoub

Produced by Camilla Byk Podium.me and Petra Ayar Jahchan Al-Fanar Media

The publication of this podcast series was supported by a grant from the NewsSpectrum Fellowship programme.

The Anglo-Arab Voice podcast will bring you three new episodes every week throughout March 2022.

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Al Fanar Media teamed up with Podium.me to bring you a series of podcasts delving into the world of what it means to be a British-Arab living in the UK. Our team of student journalists who live and study in the UK interviewed a variety of personalities; from a cardiologist to a classical music duo, they questioned their guests about their work, their life as an Arab and how they can influence the next generation of Arab diaspora. Listening to this podcast series will take you into the heart of what the Arab culture and heritage can do personally and professionally to enhance everyday life in Britain.