- NSTP/ SYAHERAH MUSTAFAPASIR MAS: Writing Arabic calligraphy on canvas has become a source of serenity for Ahmad Baihaqi Noor Azman. Through the art of khat calligraphy, the 20-year-old has found a way to calm his mind, build self-confidence, and navigate life as a person with autism. For Ahmad Baihaqi, khat calligraphy is not merely a visual expression; it serves as a therapeutic medium that helps him stay focused and composed. "That payment gave me the motivation to take khat art more seriously. Ahmad Baihaqi said producing Thuluth calligraphy required greater precision because its letters were more curved and angled compared to Diwani Jali.

Source: New Strait Times January 24, 2026 15:07 UTC