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The Confucius Institute Calligraphy Course 2015

21 May 2015

Registration now open

Calligraphy (shufa) is the traditional art of writing Chinese characters, and a fundamental part of Chinese culture. After centuries of evolution, calligraphy has developed into a truly unique art form.

The Confucius Institute Calligraphy Course 2015, at the University, focuses on learning how to use Chinese brushes and ink, mastering the basic strokes that underpin Chinese writing and understanding the structure Chinese characters.

Students will be introduced to Regular Script and practice writing calligraphy in this style. By the end of the course they will be able to create their own calligraphy works worthy of decorating home or office. No previous knowledge of Chinese is required.

Course details

Every Thursday for 6 weeks, starting on Thursday, 28 May 2015, 6pm – 7.30pm.  Cost £90 (fee includes a brush and ink set).

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