Why We Started Calliscribe
Meet the Artist
Iram is the Founder & Artist behind Calliscribe. She is a British-Pakistani who began self-teaching and practicing Arabic calligraphy in her early teens, inspired by its precision, beauty, and spiritual depth. She brings structure and attention to detail from her background in medical writing to her creative process at Calliscribe, a woman-led Islamic art brand creating contemporary and meaningful calligraphy pieces for beautiful homes.
Now spending most of her time as an artist and calligrapher, she creates collections that combine traditional Islamic art with comtemporary aesthetic. Qur’anic verses and Islamic texts hold deep meaning and emotional resonance and are a focal point of her artwork; these are designed to inspire reflection and connection in those who view them. She works mainly with acrylics and inks, and likes to incorporate decorative borders into her designs, taking inspiration from the rich art and architecture of the Islamic world.