Ever thought of learning Chinese Calligraphy?
Chinese Calligraphy classes are now available at Heartroom Gallery. Read more about this beautiful artwork in this article. Learn about the tools used, how to sit while writing and how to hold the brush.
These are among the many things you will learn at Heartroom Gallery.
Animal hair is typically used to make a brush used for Chinese calligraphy. Sheep and Wolf are conventional sources, while the hair of the bear, pig, chicken, rat are also used. Bamboo is used to make the stick that holds the hair that forms the brush.
Unlike western pen ink, Chinese ink is made from pine charcoal, which can’t be used in a regular pen because the Chinese ink will dry and stick in the tube of the pen. Therefore, Chinese ink is solidified and made into a stick called an ink stick. Before writing, the calligrapher grinds the ink stick with water to obtain the black liquid ink.
The paper used for Chinese Caligraphy is the Xuan paper. Xuan paper is distinguished by its high water absorption. If Xuan paper is unavailable, toilet paper is a good substitute.
The Inkstone is a bowl used to grind the ink stick and to keep the ink liquid. The inkstone comes in various shapes and sizes and is a major component in making the ink. A good inkstone results in better quality ink.
Having the right posture when writing Chinese calligraphy is important.
• head is upright;
• the body is straight;
• the shoulder is aligned;
• arms are opened;
• feet are still.
Holding your arm away from the desk makes it easy to write huge
characters. This enables your arm to be free so that movement is without any restriction;
Putting your arm on the desk is more stable and allows control of your brush. Stability is especially important for beginners. When you are holding a brush, there should be a space in the middle of your hand so that you could move all of your fingers and the brush stick should be vertical.
Making Ink is the first thing to learn. Beginners are like a chef trying different recipes when making ink. Fortunately, there are only two ingredients for the ink, one is the solidified and concentrated ink stick, and the other is water.
Start by painting any random thing on Xuan paper to see how the liquid moves when you move your brush fast or slow using only the nib or the full brush hair. Try it, and observe the ink on the Xuan paper. Eventual mastery of Chinese Caligraphy means that you can imagine how the brush strokes will look even before you put brush to paper.
Practice by copying. Copying is the best way to start learning Chinese calligraphy. Copy from Samples or Copybooks, you will understand the balance of structures not only between a single Chinese character but also the whole work on a large scale. Practice makes a habit.
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Could you send me more information on classes
Hi, will send the class info directly to your email.
Hi! Do you have class available on 24 January 2022, either morning or afternoon? May I know the rate is it for beginners and a class of 11? Thank you
Hi Alicia, unfortunately, no classes on Mondays yet. We do have evening classes every Friday if you can make it. Let us know if you need more info.
Will there be slots for lessons this month?
Yes there are slots. Can you make it this Friday 7th Jan 2022?
Hi, may I know the next available class/price thanks!
Hi, you can start anytime, the cost is $250 for 4 lessons over 1 month. This excludes purchase of a beginner kit which will usually cost $80 to $100.
Hi could you share the schedule/price for Chinese Calligraphy class as well?
Hi FL, OK will send the schedule to you directly via email.
Hi is there a Chinese calligraphy experience class like the Art Jamming session you have? Looking at a 1 time experience for the family. Young adult, Adults n senior.
Yes, there is but there is little guidance. However, we can arrange for a one-time session with some guidance.
Hi, could you share the schedule for the chinese calligraphy? Is this eligible for skills future credit?
Hi Shing, thank you for contacting us. I will send you the schedule directly. Unfortunately, Skills Future is not eligible at this moment.
Hi there
Do you provide class for a group of people to learn the chinese calligraphy?
Hi Brigitte, yes we do. I’ll email you directly to help you to arrange.
Hi, may I get the class schedule pls.. thank you:)
Hi Jovial,
Will send you the class schedule directly.
Hi ,
Is the class tought in English or Mandarin?
I am an English speaker learning Mandaring but my speaking level is HSK 3 (pretty poor), very interested in learning caligraphy though.
If not possible in a classroom form, is private teaching possible?
Hi Lavi, the class is taught in english. The teacher is fluent in both english and mandarin.
Hi, do you have beginner classes? Where can I find the schedule? Thanks
Hi Dexter, yes, the classes are a mix of beginner and intermediate. The instructor finds that the mix of various experienced students helps everyone. I will send you the schedule to your email directly.
Hello! May I know the class schedule please? Thanks
Hi Michelle,
I’ll send the class schedule to you via email.
Hi is the price $250 for one class or for a few classes?
Hi Michelle, $250 for 4 classes of 2 hours each.
Hi,
Is there any calligraphy lessons for a 7yo? What’s the timing, groups size and fees like? Please advise…Thank you
Hi Joeline, unfortunately, the calligraphy lessons are for adults.
Hi,
Calligraphy class will learn the different stroke or can I focus on just one stroke? I prefer will (Kaisu)
Hi Kandy, thank you for contacting us. You can tailor your lesson with Mr. Chew Choon. Classes are on Mondays from 10am to 12pm or Fridays from 7:30pm to 9:30pm.
Hi I am interested in next friday’s Chinese Calligraphy class, is the fee $250 for one lesson only thanks
Hi Vernon, no the fee is for 4 lessons.
Hi,
Is there any calligraphy painting lesson for kids of 7 years old ? Thanks
Hi Liew, yes there is. Will send you the schedule directly to your email.
Hi, I am interested in learning basic calligraphy. Am looking on weekdays.
Could you advise on the schedule and the cost involved?
Thank you very much.
Hi Jone, Thank you for contacting us. Will send the schedule for our calligraphy classes to you directly.
Hi, when is the beginner Chinese calligraphy class starting?
Hi Evelyn, thank you for contacting us. Will email you directly with details of the Chinese Calligraphy class.
Hi there,
May I please know how do we sign up for the classes? (:
Hi Jia, best is to call Mei directly or visit us. I’ll email you directly to give you her number.
Hi,
May I know whether the calligraphy class is for writing (chinese character ) OR
painting ( bamboo or flowers) ?
Thanks
Hi Bee,
The classes are in both so you can choose which style you prefer as you go along. Let us know if you would like more information.
Hi, im interested in chinese calligraphy. May i know the cost and the timing? Can email me? Thanks.
Hi Cindy. Our Chinese Calligraphy classes are every Friday from 7:30pm to 9:30pm. Cost is $250 for 4 lessons. Will e-mail you separately too.
Hi,
I’m interested in the Chinese calligraphy writing for children. possible to have more info?
Hi, thank you for your inquiry. Our current Chinese Calligraphy teacher does not teach children. He generally teaches adults but it may be possible for 12 years and above. Will e-mail you separately with your inquiry.
Hello! May i know if there is calligraphy writing for children age 5
Hi Camelia, our available classes are for adults currently. However, we are building a new children’s class on Saturdays. I will have to get back to you if a 5-year old is too young.
i’m also interested for 5 year old. Pls let me know when this is available. Thanks!
Hi, sure will e-mail you for the class.
Hi, when are the next Chinese calligraphy lessons?
Hi Pei Ying, The next class will be this Friday at 7:30pm to 9:30pm.