Calligraphy course for non mandarin-speaking students

Conducted in English, the class is designed for western learners, covering everything, from meaning and evolution of the characters, culture to history and music of the period. You don't have to be able to write Chinese already, just have to be enthusiastic and be willing to hold a brush. We are offering high-quality cultural content with professionally trained teachers and English narration that can be tailored to your level of knowledge about the subject.

Content of four session calligraphy course

* Learn the knowledge of Four Treasures (brush, ink, paper, and ink stone)
* Grasp the writing techniques through one-on-one instruction.
* Get to know the symbolic meaning of Chinese characters.
* Try major styles of script from oracle, bronze ware, bamboo slab to cursive style
* Learn to create art work in soothing way.
* Cultivate right concentration with relaxed mind and body.
* Understand the inner relation between writing and Qi/breathing.

Sample characters

Venue: China Culture Center, Beijing, China.

Reservations:
In order to properly accommodate everyone who wishes to attend this course we need to know each week exactly how many will be attending. If you haven't paid the whole two-month course, we ask that you notify us at least 3 hours before that you plan to attend each week's session. Register online is preferred, or give us a ring, if internet reservation is not convenient. No walk-ins.