Chinese calligraphy celebrates more than a three-thousand-year history and has been regarded as both high art and the most popular applied art in China and in other Eastern Asian countries.

“Calligraphy is sheer life experienced through energy in motion that is registered as traces on silk or paper, with time and rhythm in shifting space its main ingredients.” Stanley-Baker

This three-hour Chinese calligraphy workshop is designed for beginners and those with basic Chinese calligraphy training. Knowledge of Chinese language is an advantage but not essential for this course.

The aim of this workshop is to help participants gain a general understanding of the primary styles of Chinese calligraphy and learn fundamental principles and basic skills of kai (standard) Liu Gongquan style to write Chinese characters with a brush.

Tutor: Weimin He

Date: Saturday 23rd March, 10am-1pm.

Cost (includes all materials):
£25 OVADA Associates, £30 Non-Associates

Booking in advance is essential, to reserve your place please email: classes@ovada.org.uk

Venue: OVADA

Please note: the classes are normally held in our first floor learning space, accessed via stairs only. If this would prevent you from attending, please contact us in advance so that we can discuss individual requirements.