Shahd Al-Shahwani
Graphic design bfa
VCUarts Qatar
Specialisms: Graphic Design
Location: Doha, Qatar
Shahd Al-Shahwani
First Name: Shahd
Last Name: Al-Shahwani
Specialisms: Graphic Design
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My Location: Doha, Qatar
University / College: VCUarts Qatar
Course / Program Title: Graphic design bfa
About
I am a Qatari graphic designer and a recent graduate of VCUarts Qatar. My work explores Arabic typography, cultural heritage, visual identity, and publication design. i am interested in combining research, experimentation, and traditional references to create contemporary visual experiences.
Arabic letters and traditional Qatari architecture share a foundation of structure, balance, and intention. Traditional architecture responds to climate, privacy, and social life, while Arabic letters rely on proportion, rhythm, and spatial relationships. This thesis connects these two worlds by turning the Arabic alphabet into a visual system. Each letter introduces an element from traditional Qatari architecture. Using shapes extracted from a custom Arabic typeface I previously designed, abstract architectural illustrations accompany every letter. The final outcome is a modular wall installation, with each unit representing a letter and its corresponding form, alongside a stamp kit for composition and engagement.
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