4 days Intensive Course (Total: 24 hours)

Day 1 | Foundations of Xiaokai & Brush Techniques (6 Sessions)

From Understanding to Practice

Session 1 | Introduction to Xiaokai

• History and artistic characteristics of Xiaokai

• Appreciation of classical calligraphy masterpieces

• Introduction to the Four Treasures of the Study

Session 2 | Brush Holding & Brush Movement

• Correct brush-holding technique

• Proper writing posture and habits

• Fundamental brush movement exercises

Session 3 | Basic Strokes

• Dot, horizontal, vertical, left-falling and right-falling strokes

• Pressure control and line variation

Session 4 | Stroke Combination Practice

• Integrated brushstroke exercises

• Basic character writing practice

Session 5 | Introduction to Copying the Lingfei Jing

• Analysis of representative characters

• Demonstration and guided practice

Session 6 | Practice & Assignment Guidance

• Individual corrections

• Home practice recommendations

Day 2 | Character Structure & Intensive Copying (6 Sessions)

From Brushwork to Character Formation

Session 1 | Character Structure

• Balance, proportion and spatial arrangement

• Common structural patterns

Session 2 | Copying Zhong Yao's Xiaokai

• Stylistic analysis

• Focused single-character practice

Session 3 | Copying Wang Xizhi's Xiaokai

• Brush technique comparison

• Character analysis

Session 4 | Intensive Copying Practice

• Observation and precision training

• Refining details

Session 5 | Character Compilation Practice

• Character combinations

• Rhythm and flow between characters

Session 6 | Assignment Review

• Problem analysis

• Individual guidance

Day 3 | Composition & Artwork Planning (6 Sessions)

From Individual Characters to Complete Works

Session 1 | Layout & Composition

• Alignment and spacing

• Balance and use of negative space

Session 2 | Appreciation of Classical Works

• Analysis of master calligraphers' works

• Introduction to presentation formats

Session 3 | Rhythm & Flow

• Character and line spacing

• Creating visual harmony

Session 4 | Character Selection & Layout

• Text selection

• Composition planning

Session 5 | Artwork Planning

• Vertical scroll composition

• Folding fan composition

Session 6 | Draft Preparation

• Instructor guidance

• Creative preparation

Day 4 | Creative Practice & Final Presentation (6 Sessions)

From Copying to Creation

Session 1 | Creative Process

• Workflow and planning

• Content preparation

Session 2 | Vertical Scroll Creation

• Writing a full-size hanging scroll

Session 3 | Folding Fan Creation

• Fan composition and writing

Session 4 | Calligraphy Lamp Project

• Practical Xiaokai application

Session 5 | Signature & Seal

• Signature placement

• Seal stamping techniques

Session 6 | Critique & Course Review

• Final presentation

• Individual feedback

• Future learning recommendations

Learning Outcomes

✓ Complete one four-foot vertical hanging scroll
✓ Complete one calligraphy lamp artwork
✓ Complete one Xiaokai fan
✓ Build a comprehensive foundation in Xiaokai copying and creative calligraphy

Eligibility

• Aged 18 and above
• Open to both beginners and learners with prior experience

Course Category

Intensive Course

Course Schedule

Intake 1
1, 2, 8 & 9 August

Intake 2
15, 16, 22 & 23 August

Time
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
(1-hour lunch break)

Instructor

You Xing

Course Fee

RM 1,480