Year of the Horse - Chinese Calligraphy & Paper Lantern Workshop 2026

Welcome the Lunar New Year with creativity and intention as you explore traditional Chinese calligraphy and paper lantern making, guided by an experienced instructor.

Whether you’re a total beginner or a creative enthusiast, this beginner-friendly workshop is perfect for anyone looking to learn a meaningful art form, unwind mindfully, or celebrate the New Year through making.

🖌 Learn Chinese Calligraphy – Practice auspicious characters and symbols using traditional brushes and ink

🏮 Create Your Paper Lantern – Assemble and decorate a festive lantern to take home

What’s included:

All calligraphy and lantern-making materials

Your completed Chinese calligraphy paper lantern to take home

Location: The Hart Hotel Shoreditch, 61 – 67 Great Eastern St, London EC2A 3HU

Date & Time: Sat, 28 Feb 2026 12pm - 1pm

Tickets start at: £20 per person

Spaces are limited for this Chinese Calligraphy Lunar New Year workshop. Create a lantern filled with intention, light, and wishes for the year ahead.

Book your ticket now and welcome the 2026 Chinese New Year with creativity and joy 🏮✨

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Instructor Bio:

May Chan (InkJoyGraphy) is a UK-based Chinese calligrapher who began receiving awards at a young age in Hong Kong and has held a diploma in Chinese calligraphy from the Chinese University of Hong Kong since 2012. She has taught over a thousand students in the UK through corporate and private workshops, and collaborates with prestigious brands for live events, including the British Museum, Jo Malone, David Morris, Bucherer, Chloé, HSBC, PayPal, Prada, Disney, and more.

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