Calligraphy is a unique traditional art of China. Chinese characters were created by the laboring people, initially as pictographs to record events. After thousands of years of development, they evolved into the writing system we have today. With the invention of the brush for writing, calligraphy emerged. It uses tools such as the brush, ink, and rice paper, with artistic principles based on the brushwork, ink technique, structure of the characters, and composition. Through different styles of writing such as seal script, clerical script, cursive script, regular script, and semi-cursive script, calligraphy showcases its unique charm. It embodies profound cultural meaning, records history and culture, reflects philosophical thought, and serves as a practice for self-cultivation. It is a priceless treasure of ancient art with rich Eastern flavor and artistic value, and has had a far-reaching influence on world cultural and artistic development.
Course Content
Clerical Script (including Ancient Clerical Script and Modern Clerical Script)
• Understand the stylistic characteristics of Clerical Script and related calligraphy knowledge.
• Explore the artistic features of Clerical Script, including the flat, square shapes and the left-right expansion of the characters.
• Engage in the study and imitation of classical Clerical Script steles and model books from various dynasties.
• Create calligraphy works using Clerical Script that reflect personal ideas.
Types of Courses
Workshop
Course Schedule
Sunday 2pm-4pm
15 March | 12 April | 10 May
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