‘From Classical to Contemporary Islamic Art’, a Joint Exhibition by Bosnian and Turkish Artists

SARAJEVO / An exhibition 'From Classical to Contemporary Islamic Art' was organized at the International University in Sarajevo. Visitors from Sarajevo and Istanbul had an opportunity to see more then 70 artworks by Bosnian and Turkish artists.

The exhibition was designed to present several techniques and different approaches to the understanding of Islamic art; from classical, that use the traditional calligraphic styles, to contemporary interpretations of calligraphy and ornamentation. The exhibition was attended by a large number of visitors and media representatives. The exhibition was opened by an interesting calligrapy presentation by Turkish artist Ä°zzet ElitaÅŸ.

'From Classical to Contemporary Islamic Art' is one in a series of joint cultural events organized in Sarajevo by the Bosnian and Turkish associations.

Islamic calligraphy by Ä°zzet ElitaÅŸ / Photo by Islamic Arts Magazine

Islamic calligraphy / Photo by Islamic Arts Magazine

Islamic calligraphy by Velid HodÅ¾iÄ‡, a fresco / Photo by Islamic Arts Magazine

Ebru by a Turkish artist / Photo by Islamic Arts Magazine

Dhikr - Muhammed by Alma HodÅ¾iÄ‡ / Photo by Islamic Arts Magazine

The Birth of Harf from Chaos by Kenan Å urkoviÄ‡ / Photo by Islamic Arts Magazine

Arabesque by Elvira BojadÅ¾iÄ‡ / Photo by Islamic Arts Magazine

Islamic calligraphy by Turkish artists / Photo by Islamic Arts Magazine

A view from the exhibition / Photo by Islamic Arts Magazine

The organizers of the exhibition: The International University, The Association of Artists Elif, The Association Plavi Leptir and Konya Cultural Center from Sarajevo.