“I never studied Picasso, I never studied Chagall. The only painter I loved was John Singer Sargent, who was the last great classical painter.”
"Don’t be afraid to go slow, only be afraid not to advance."
Nugamshi's research explores the evolution of traditional calligraphy and typography employing different techniques and unusual tools (broom or spray paint instead of brushes). Despite intentionally breaking with convention, Nugamshi remains true to that tradition of calligraphy while stirring dialogues within communities and looking for the spirit of the Arabic letters.
Nugamshi currently lives in Riyadh. He trained as a graphic designer specializing in branding and type design.