The leader of the Hurufiyya movement, Madiha Umar was a pioneer and inspiration who breached traditional limitations in Arab culture. Learn more about her profound interpretation and incorporation of Arab calligraphy above and visit our “Taking Shape” exhibition to view her art. #MadihaUmar #McMullenFromHome #TakingShape #IraqiArtist #Empower #AbstractArt #Hurufiyya #ArabArt #BarjeelArtFoundation #IslamicCalligraphy