China · CALLIGRAPHY WORKSHOPS
The 15 best calligraphy workshops you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Learn Chinese calligraphy in central Beijing with an English-speaking teacher, hands-on brush practice, cultural insight, and a keepsake for $20.
“Richard was a great teacher! Definitely one of my favorite activities in Beijing”
Learn brush technique, Chinese philosophy, and create a take-home calligraphy keepsake in this friendly Beijing small-group class.
“This was an awesome way to dip into the cultural side of Beijing.Learning they ways of writing.He was nice and he explained happiness and taught me and my children something new!!! It was fun and challenging. I say if you need an acRead more”
Review of Beijing’s 3.5-hour historic walking tour, from hutongs and Liulichang to Qianmen, with calligraphy, food, and local stories.
“Very knowledgeable and interesting stories of life past and present of Chinese lifestyle. We sampled street food and enjoyed the hustle of Qianmen pedestrian street a must if time is limited”
Practice Chinese calligraphy in a small Wangfujing class with an English-speaking teacher, tea, cultural context, and materials included.
“Wonderful experience to learn just a little about the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy. My wife, daughter and I learned to do some characters and after we had gotten better we painted the characters on a decorative board that we were able Read more”
Brew tea, write Chinese calligraphy, and play the Guqin in a small, thoughtful Beijing workshop led by cultural masters.
“Unlike museums where you just look at artifacts, here you touch the culture. You write with a brush, drink the tea you brew, and feel the strings of a thousand-year-old instrument. Totally unforgettable.”
Learn Chinese calligraphy near Beijing’s Forbidden City with a patient English-speaking teacher, tea, supplies, and a take-home artwork.
“One of our favorite activities we have ever done! David was an amazing teacher and we had a wonderful time. We had some tea and he taught us everything — we ended up with a lovely calligraphy gift and the best memory in Beijing. Totally recommend for a fun and relaxing time!!”
Learn Chinese calligraphy in central Beijing with an art teacher, traditional tools, cultural insight, and a take-home piece.
“Richard was very kind and informative during our class. We got lots of practice before our final piece which we got to take home. Highly recommend!”
Walk Beijing’s hutongs, visit a courtyard, try calligraphy, sample street food, and learn local stories on this 3.5-hour tour.
“This was the most amazing tour. So much information, our guides were incredible. A great value, would highly recommend!!”
Review of Zhujiajiao from Shanghai: private guide, canals, calligraphy, Kezhi Garden, local food tips, and practical value at $125.
“Very nice, our guide Weason was very kind and the place was beautiful.”
Review of Yangshuo’s private one-hour Chinese calligraphy or painting lesson, with practical tips on value, pickup, materials, and booking.
“Our tour guide Andy was very attentive and helpful, his English was excellent. The tour was perfectly organised, including assistance with fulfilling all the additional Covid19-related regulations The tour on the Li River is wonderful, Andy provided many interesting facts about the sights on the way, which we would have stayed unaware of as all information on the boat was only provided in Chinese. Altogether, a very enjoyable trip!”
Learn Chinese calligraphy, stroll Beijing hutongs, and enjoy dumplings on a private four-hour cultural tour with an expert teacher.
“Really good! I really enjoyed it. The food was tasty, and the Chinese tea was excellent. This was a really fun experience!”
Try tea, Guqin, calligraphy, Hanfu, and Chinese rituals in a small Beijing culture tour with English guidance for $15.
“We hadden deze activiteit met onze twee dochters van 9 en 14 jaar geboekt en iedereen heeft er volop van genoten. Echt een aanrader als je wat meer over de Chinese cultuur wilt leren. Fantastische vonden wij dat je deze kunstvormen op één plaats kunt ervaren en iedere sessie zit perfect qua timing. Echt een aanrader! Wij vonden het fantastisch!”
Create Chinese calligraphy, fan art, or a carved name seal in Beijing’s Liulichang with a master artisan for a personal souvenir.
“Nydelig opplevelse hvis man ønsker å gjøre noe kreativt. Fin aktivitet hvis du ønsker å komme deg vekk fra de store turist plassene i Beijing. Jeg valgte stempel laging, hvor jeg hadde en utrolig bra mester, men også 3 hyggelige tolker som skulle hjelpe meg med å kommunisere med mesteren. Du får øve masse på andre steiner før man faktisk begynner å inngravere på den ordentlige, noe jeg satt pris på. Du får i tillegg mulighet til å skrive kalligrafi. Dette for å øve på det som skal stå på steinen. Alt i alt super bra opplevelse.”
Explore Beijing’s Summer Palace, eat zha jiang mian, then learn Kung Fu tea or Chinese calligraphy in a 7-hour cultural tour.
Learn brushwork and 10 Chinese characters in a small Beijing hutong calligraphy class with supplies included and free cancellation.
“Taking a calligraphy class from Master Guo Baoqing was my favorite experience during my 4 weeks in Beijing. Master Guo's teaching style is supportive and hands-on, which allowed me to connect with the process right away. In addition, I Read more”
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