Is Egypt’s calligraphy scene seeing a resurgence?

Is Egypt’s calligraphy scene seeing a resurgence? It would appear so, when looking at some of the modern uses of the ancient art form, Nick Leech writes for the National. Cairo’s urban landscape and art scene appear to be providing the fuel for this resurgence, according to Khatt: Egypt’s Calligraphic Landscape, a new book by photographer Noha Zayed. Along with some stunning photos, the book surveys the continued popular use of hand-painted typography and calligraphy throughout Egypt in a series of essays and interviews.