Chinese Calligraphy Experience Class
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UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage activities: Chinese Calligraphy, an amazing art experience in Beijing. Learn brush techniques and basic strokes from a skilled calligrapher. Create your own blessed character on a traditional fan or scroll to take home.
The Yanyuan Chinese Calligraphy Workshop is located in Beijing, adjacent to Tian'anmen Square, the Palace Museum, and the Qianmen Dashilan commercial area. It’s in the core center of Beijing, a tranquil and wonderful place to get close to local hutong lifestyle and living cultural heritage. Where there is Chinese calligraphy, there is aesthetic appreciation.
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As an "Authentic China Experience" recommended by Lonely Planet, you will:Explore the philosophy behind Chinese characters and their evolution from oracle bones to modern script.
Handle the Four Treasures of the Study - the artisan-crafted tools that shaped China's literary legacy:
Wolf-hair brushes with bamboo handles
Moss-soot inksticks
Xuan paper dating to Tang Dynasty techniques
Duan inkstone carved from Guangdong slate
Experience Chinese calligraphy Class
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The class begins with an introduction to Chinese characters and the Four Treasures of the Study.
Guided by the experienced teacher, Mr. Yan, you will learn proper brush handling and basic stroke techniques. After practicing, create a meaningful character such as “Fu,” “Le,” “He,” or “Mei” on a traditional Chinese fan or scroll. Take home your personalized calligraphy work and enjoy a cultural tour of our Workshop, immersing yourself in rich Chinese heritage.
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UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage activities: Chinese Calligraphy, an amazing art experience in Beijing. Learn brush techniques and basic strokes from a skilled calligrapher. Create your own blessed character on a traditional fan or scroll to take home.
The Yanyuan Chinese Calligraphy Workshop is located in Beijing, adjacent to Tian'anmen Square, the Palace Museum, and the Qianmen Dashilan commercial area. It’s in the core center of Beijing, a tranquil and wonderful place to get close to local hutong lifestyle and living cultural heritage. Where there is Chinese calligraphy, there is aesthetic appreciation.
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