Beijing Chinese Calligraphy Class - Wangfujing Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Meeting (30 min/1 hr)

Learn the history of calligraphy
and its meaning in Chinese culture

A friendly instructor leads the class at a calligraphy studio in downtown Beijing. The class begins with an introduction to the history and importance of calligraphy in Chinese culture. You also learn the characteristics of different script styles, such as regular script and running script.

Learn to use the brush, inkstone and rice paper

Learn about calligraphy tools such as the brush, inkstone and rice paper and get a feel for them yourself. You start with simple strokes and gradually move on to more complex character compositions.

Write characters with balance and rhythm

Learn the importance of balance, rhythm and harmony in calligraphy, along with the cultural meaning behind certain characters. Take time to write calmly while focusing on the tip of your brush.

※ The class lasts 30 minutes or 1 hour, depending on the option chosen at booking.
※ The instructor teaches in English.