This wonderful workshop will introduce participants to Chinese calligraphy, from the beginnings of the written language, millennia ago, to its present-day derivations. Students will learn about the rudiments of Chinese words: How the logographic language is different from alphabetic languages, how the words (ideograms) are composed, and the different scripts and styles. Basic brush strokes will be demonstrated. Participants will practice with the brushes provided for use during the class. Your guide in this cultural romp is Yih Lerh Huang, whose passion for calligraphy began when, as a teenager, he was recruited to grind ink for his father. A kit will be available for purchase from the instructor at the start of the session for $20, no tax, cash accepted. Kit includes: Chinese calligraphy brush and a water-activated calligraphy cloth.
