Designer & Arabic Calligrapher
Based In Edinburgh
Graphic Design, Branding, Web Development
I’ve been practicing as a graphic designer since my early teens. Now, I focus on branding, creating logos and websites mainly for startup businesses. Branding and typography are two of my passions. Most of my work is bespoke, and custom made for the client.
If you would like to know more get in touch with a description of your project and your expectations.
Arabic Calligraphy, Commission art, Events, Workshops, Exhibition
My journey with Arabic calligraphy has been a great experience so far. It has required me to study lots and grow as an artist. Nowadays I spend most of my time making the art that I want, trying out different styles and new ideas.
If you would like to know more, get in touch now.
Whitaker Museum Exhibition
My work was displayed for a month in the Whitaker Museum, mid 2017. The exhibition consisted of 4 pieces of art, including my largest ever: an A1 sized gold leaf painting proclaiming “My Lord, increase me in knowledge.” This was all part of the On Paper Festival.
During the second week of this festival, I visited Haslingden to run 2 calligraphy workshops. I was met with a variety of students, all very keen to learn calligraphy.
- Dear Azim.
It was amazing to have you visit our humble surroundings and providing such insight! Love to have you visit again.-Arry, of Apna Rosendale
Events & Workshops
I’ve traveled round the UK to perform live calligraphy and teach beginners workshops. In April 2016, I visited Al-Noor School in Aberdeen to introduce a group of kids to Arabic calligraphy. Then, a year later, I re-visited them with a better and more refined course.
I have even been to Istanbul and sourced quality equipment to use during my workshops. Now, every student has access to their own ink and a reed pen, and can use these throughout the session. I take advice and learn from people who are more experienced than me, and I make sure every student has one-to-one help and guidance. The students can also have a go at using my larger calligraphy pens; to experiment and express their creativity. In short, these sessions can be tailored to fit any age group at any kind of venue.
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PORTFOLIO
- Just want to give a big shout out to Azim Rehmat Din for hosting a great Calligraphy class in Edinburgh. As the class was small he was able to give a lot of attention to everyone. We went into great detail which makes a big difference.
-Imran Iqbal, Workshop Student
- Working with Azim was a wonderful experience. Even though I had a clear idea of what I wanted my logo to represent, Azim contributed to the collaborative process immensely with new fresh ideas. At the end we had a well balanced, meaningful logo that will be identifiable to our future customers.
-Kelvin Smart of Elixir Sport
- I have always been interested in calligraphy but wasn’t able to find suitable classes. This was my first and it was a really great session! Thankyou very much!
-Rahima, Workshop Student
- A really enjoyable workshop that shed light on something I’ve been fascinated by for a long time. Thank you!
-Yasmine, Workshop Student
99 Names
The 99 names of God by Chickpea Press is a great learning resource for everyone. Children and adults can enjoy studying the names of God whilst engaging with the activities on each page.
I designed all of the names featured in the book and am thrilled to be part of such a unique publication.
