Persian calligraphy artwork by Somayeh Gholami

Description: This contemporary Kufic calligraphy painting explores the word “To”, meaning “You,” written repeatedly in white Kufic forms. Among the white letterforms, a single red “To” emerges as a distinct presence within the composition.

The contrast between the white and red forms draws attention to the individual word, creating a visual focus within the repetition. The work transforms a simple word into a composition of rhythm, contrast, and visual identity, exploring how a single letterform can stand apart from a larger field.

Through this contemporary approach to Kufic calligraphy, language becomes a visual structure in which repetition and colour give the word “You” a particular presence.