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Passport to Paradise
http://www.fowler.ucla.edu/passporttoparadise.htm
An online exhibition (organized by UCLA Fowler Museum of Cultural History, Los Angeles, US) celebrating the art of the Mourides, a Sufi movement originating in Senegal. Includes information on the order and education resources.
Muslim Film Festival
Annual event in California, US, supporting and developing Muslim independent films and professionals. Information about the event, press cuttings, and resource listings.
Islamic and Arabic Cross-stitch
http://www.islamiccrossstitch.bravehost.com/
Offers several cross-stitch patterns based on Arabic calligraphy, mainly Islamic phrases (includes free samples). Includes links and a forum.
Islamic Amulets
http://www.biddingtons.com/content/expertamulet.html
Biddington's photo-interview with a private collector of antique Muslim carved amulets and talismans who discusses their historical context and devotional purpose.
Contemporary Muslim Expressions
http://users.stargate.net/~saabirah/
A collection of Muslim convert Saabirah's calligraphic renderings of holy text; also includes samples of her other art work.