The 2010 record
The Songs of the Swallows project record places activity at Newcastle City Library on 22 October 2010 and records Richard engaging visitors through Arabic name calligraphy.
Public encounter
The activity brought Arabic calligraphy into a civic public space, making names, writing and identity part of a shared cultural encounter.
Why it belongs here
It connects the live name-art practice, public cultural work and Richard’s role in making Arabic calligraphy accessible beyond specialist audiences.