Muhammad Z. Zaman

Muhammad Z. Zaman is a Buffalo-based whose work fuses Arabic calligraphy with graffiti-inspired abstraction, forming a distinctive style within the contemporary Hurufiyya movement.

Drawing from his Bangladeshi heritage, Islamic faith, and American upbringing, Zaman layers English, Bengali, and Arabic scripts into vibrant compositions that often verge on illegibility.

This intentional obscurity invites viewers to engage deeply, decoding hidden messages and reflecting on themes of identity, communication, and cultural coexistence.

Through his art, Zaman fosters dialogue and understanding across diverse communities, using lanquage as both a visual element and a bridge between cultures.