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Business flaunts traditional calligraphy

KUALA LUMPUR: A request from a friend to create a wedding banner using traditional calligraphic or khat lettering became the starting point for Yusairah Hazrami, 29, to expand a business that she has been building since 2018. o Owner produces each piece by hand, does not rely on digital sketch or template

“When I first started (doing calligraphy), I would do pencil outlines but over time my hand became so familiar with the flow of the script that I do it straightaway with the brush, letting my creativity guide me. “Should I make a mistake, I patch it up with a piece of fabric if it is a small error. In the case of a major error, I replace the entire banner,” she said, adding that she can complete between eight and 10 banners a day, depending on the length of the text and the complexity of the calligraphy requested by the client. To meet the growing demand for

her banners, Yusairah has enlisted the help of two homemakers to assist with adding patterns and decorations, ensuring the overall layout and design are balanced. Despite having to juggle her banner business with her teaching responsibilities, she remains committed to delivering every order on schedule, Bernama reported. “I hope more people, especially the younger generation, would learn to appreciate the art of khat writing as it represents our cultural identity and heritage. I want to make this art feel contemporary and relevant to society.”

What makes this mother of three’s work captivating is that every banner she produces is entirely handwritten, making each piece uniquely artistic and rich in aesthetic value. “I first learned khat while studying at a religious school in Shah Alam (in Selangor), where I had the chance to attend special calligraphy classes taught by an ustaz (religious teacher) from Yayasan Restu, a well-known institution in the field of calligraphy,” she told Bernama. When she first took up calligraphy, she used to write short phrases, such as “Assalamualaikum” or the names of customers, on items such as canvas

bags, bookmarks and pencil cases, which she sold online. Her talent began to gain wider attention when videos of her work were widely spread from her TikTok account @yusbuatkhat with the hashtag #bannerjawi, leading to a surge in demand for her handwritten banners. Yusairah, who also works as a part-time teacher at a private religious school, uses calico fabric as the base for her banners, with all writing done freehand using black acrylic paint and three brushes of different sizes. She does not rely on any digital sketch or template.

Makeup artist shares transformations online KUALA LUMPUR: At first glance, the elaborate special effects (SFX) makeup created by Suzana Abdullah could easily be mistaken for the work of a professional artist, but the Johor native is entirely self-taught. honed her skills entirely through online resources. She uses tools such as liquid latex, clay, prosthetic glue and contact lenses to create eerie, fantastical and sci-fi-inspired effects. my mouth the entire time,” said Suzana, who was intrigued by the idea of experimenting with a doll-inspired concept.

Despite the time and precision involved, she finds the creative process enjoyable and therapeutic. For another project, she explored dramatic blood effects, although the content could not be fully shared online due to platform guidelines that flagged it as sensitive. “Although I lack formal experience and have not worked on professional productions, I am open to opportunities,” said Suzana, who creates content part-time while assisting with the family business. – Bernama

One of her recent projects, which was shared on her TikTok account @nanajer, drew attention for its surreal, doll-like appearance. To achieve the look, she spent more than three hours covering her entire face, including her nose, with fine thread. “My biggest challenge was breathing as my nose was completely covered and the thread had a strong odour. “I had to breathe through

Driven by a lifelong interest in drawing and makeup, Suzana, a content creator in her 40s, shares her striking transformations on social media. “I have loved drawing since I was little. Back then, it was on paper. Now, I draw on faces. “I would watch SFX makeup tutorials by TikTokers, then try creating my own looks,” she told Bernama. With no formal training, she

Despite the time and precision involved, Suzana finds the creative process enjoyable and therapeutic. – FACEBOOK PIC COURTESY OF SUZANA ABDULLAH

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