Chinese calligraphy is considered by many the highest form of art. In calligraphy, as in painting, the quality of the line is of paramount importance. A line has to have interest through natural bumps, curves and variations. Straight lines are not absolutely straight but have character. The biology, breath, and nervous system of the artist must show through in every stroke of the brush. The resulting characters appear to be "alive" with spirit and energy (Qi).
Sifu Ken Lo has studied classical Chinese calligraphy since 1990 with Master Lo Chien Wu, student of the legendary calligrapher Leon Long Yien Chang, author of: Four Thousand Years of Chinese Calligraphy.
Specializing in Chuan Shu, the first Chinese writing of the Shang Dynasty, Sifu Lo's calligraphs are of the San Pan bronze bowl unearthed in an archaeological dig. These characters represent the calligraphy principle of "Hide the head and protect the tail," in which the beginning and end of the strokes cannot be seen by the viewer.
This calligraphy workshop will concentrate on the process of copying from actual rubbings of the San Pan bronze bowl to capture the life essence contained in these 4,000 year old characters.
All material will be provided and students will create calligraphic works of art that reflects their own true nature. A meditative attitude and posture will be used during the entire class to elicit the awakening of the unconscious mind to create "natural" works of art free of contrived form. The objects of the artist scholar's studio will be introduced and used by each student. No previous experience or knowledge are required!
Tuition: $30 if paid at door, $25 if paid in advanced.
Do not miss this special opportunity to experience the magic of Calligraphy!
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