At a calligraphy/painting one hour private lesson at your hotel, your English-speaking instructors will not only demonstrate the technique but will get you to have a go at writing in Chinese. He will teach you how to use the paper, grind the ink, how to hold the brush and will introduce you to the basic techniques of writing Chinese characters. He can also give you lessons in classical Chinese painting styles and introduce you to brush techniques utilised by Chinese masters.

Calligraphy is an eye-catching brand in traditional Chinese art. In the world there is no any other character can be developed into a unique art like Chinese character. Learning Chinese calligraphy is to develop a skill, to appreciate a typical Chinese style beauty, and to cultivate one’s mind. Aside from Chinese characters you can also learn about the Chinese painting methods in an introductory painting class with the assistance of a Chinese master. As an experienced painter you could compare the local methods with yours back home.