Golnaz Fathi: Bridging Tradition and Abstraction Through Calligraphy Golnaz Fathi (born 1972) stands as a singular figure in contemporary Iranian art, recognized for her distinctive approach to hurufiyya—the tradition of Islamic calligraphy—which she seamlessly blends with abstract painting. Her artistic journey began in Tehran, where she pursued graphic design at Azad University, earning a BA in 1995 and subsequently delving into the intricacies of Persian calligraphy through postgraduate studies at Islamic Azad University, securing a diploma in 1995. This dedication to mastering traditiona…