Chinese Calligraphy Workshops Winchester: Hands on Experience Sat 25 Oct

Schedule

Sat, 13 Sep, 2025 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 25 Oct, 2025 at 04:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

The Arc Winchester | Winchester, EN

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Chinese Calligraphy Workshops Winchester by CulturEx


Come join CulturEx for a fun and interactive Chinese Calligraphy Workshop at The Arc Winchester. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this workshop is perfect for anyone interested in learning the art of Chinese calligraphy.

Our skilled instructor Raymond Yang will guide you through the basic techniques and strokes, helping you create beautiful characters with Chinese brush and ink.

Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich culture of Chinese calligraphy!



25th Oct Workshop Details:
2pm to 4pm Saturday 25 October, ARC Space 1 at Winchester Library
Introduction to the basics of Chinese calligraphy; tools, history, different scripts. I will guide you on how to use the tools and practice Merry Christmas (圣诞快乐) and Happy New Year(新年快乐)in traditional or Simplified Chinese. You will be able to create unique Christmas and New year cards with your own Chinese calligraphy writing.



What to Expect:
  1. A short introduction to the evolution of Chinese language and hand writing
  2. The essential tools for Chinese calligraphy (brush, ink, paper)
  3. Practice writing and speaking some basic Chinese words
  4. Learn how to write your names in Chinese
  5. Make your own unique Chinese bookmarks and cards to takeaway - included in registration fee.
  6. All materials supplied
  7. Refreshments provided



````What to prepare

There is nothing specific you need to prepare other than your curiousity and a readiness to get your hands dirty! As we will be using ink and water there may be spills. Best to come in suitable clothing.



How to book

Step 1: Click on 'Check availablity',

Step 2: Choose the date(s) you prefer, click on 'Tickets'

Step 3: There are two types of tickets for each workshop. General full price ticket or a discounted Youth ticket (age below 16). Select the right ticket(s) and quantity.

Step 4: Go to checkout.


Altenatively, you can also visit our stall which is at Winchester High Street every Thursday, Friday and some Saturdays and Sundays, where you can book tickets in person.

For more details,

send email to [email protected] and visit our website www.culturex.uk.

Follow our official Instagram: www.instagram.com/culturex_uk/




Previous 3 Workshop Details (This series will come back soon)

CulturEx will deliver 3 Chinese calligraphy workshops, each of them will cover the basics of Chinese calligraphy but with different themes. You can choose any of them to join or you can attend all 3. There is something new for you to explore in each workshop. Suitable for all levels.

  • 1st Workshop, 2pm to 4 pm Saturday September 13, ARC Space 2 at Winchester Library

Introduction to the basics of Chinese calligraphy; tools, history, different scripts. I will guide you on how to use the tools and practice some basic Chinese words. Featured activities include 'Guess what this means', 'Write your name in Chinese', 'Design traditional Chinese round fan with your own calligraphy'.

  • 2nd Workshop, 2pm to 4pm Sunday September 28, ARC Space 1 at Winchester Library

Recap of the basics of Chinese calligraphy, with a focus on introducing famous Chinese poetry from different Chinese dynasties. Featured activities include 'Pick your favourite Poet', 'Practice both reading and writing one famous line'. Some activities in 1st Workshop will be repeated.

  • 3rd Workshop, 2pm to 4pm Saturday October 4, ARC Space 1 at Winchester Library

Recap of the basics of Chinese calligraphy, with a focus on introducing Chinese zodiac signs and five elements. Featured activities include 'What's my Chinese zodiac sign and element and how to read and write them', 'What is my lucky number and how to read and write it'. 'How to count in Chinese'. Some popular activities in the previous 2 workshops will be repeated.

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The Arc Winchester, Jewry Street, Winchester, United Kingdom

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