Beijing · CALLIGRAPHY & INK ART CLASSES
You will not learn to write in an afternoon, but you will learn how the brush is held and why the paper matters. The 7 below compare teachers, whether the session is in English and what you take away, with prices.
Learn Chinese calligraphy in central Beijing with an English-speaking teacher, traditional tools, tea, and a meaningful artwork to take home.
“The course was fantastic! Richard explained each character we worked on with great clarity and passion. It was a truly enjoyable experience, one we’d highly recommend to everyone, and it’s ideal also for kids!”
Learn Chinese calligraphy near Wangfujing with patient teachers, tea, cultural insight, and a personal artwork to take home.
“Really fun experience! Richard was kind and attentive. He made the class really fun and enjoyable. It was great to learn calligraphy and we would recommend for anyone wanting a fun experience whilst learning some history.”
Walk Beijing’s hutongs, Liulichang, Dashilan, and Qianmen with a local guide, then learn about dynasties, street life, and calligraphy.
“Hao was an excellent guide. Despite the cold weather, Hao kept us moving and provided so much information and insight during our time with her. We would highly recommend Hao and the tour to anyone interested in knowing more about the off the beaten path parts of Beijing.”
Learn Chinese calligraphy near Wangfujing with an English-speaking teacher, tea, ink, brushes, and rice paper in a relaxed one-hour class.
“It's in a bookstore and it's air-conditioned and you get tea . You also get a history of calligraphy and how old the practice is. I learned a lot and it was lots of fun and I'm coming back”
Learn tea ceremony, Chinese calligraphy, and Guqin music in a small Beijing workshop led by cultural masters in English.
“I didn’t expect to feel so moved. Playing the Guqin while the master guided my fingers felt like stepping into another time. It was quiet, personal, and completely different from anything else in my itinerary.”
Practice Chinese calligraphy with patient English-speaking teachers near Wangfujing and the Forbidden City, then take home your own artwork.
“It was amazing experience! You should visit this definitely.”
Learn Chinese brushwork, seal carving, ink, and culture in a relaxed Beijing calligraphy class near Wangfujing for $20.
“Great experience, highly recommended!!! Richard is an amazing teacher and kind person, you’ll learn a lot from him!!!”
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