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    Introduction to Chinese Calligraphy

    A course by Thomas LamChinese Calligrapher

    Introduction to Chinese Calligraphy

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    19 lessons & 15 downloads

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    • 3 months ago

      Very nice course and very useful, I love it!

    • 4 months ago

      O curso é muito bem estruturado, com didática clara e uma metodologia que realmente conduz ao resultado. O professor transmite não só a técnica, mas também a lógica e a sensibilidade da caligrafia chinesa. O material adicional é valioso e complementa bem o aprendizado.

      Por outro lado, a tradução para o português na plataforma deixa a desejar. No geral, o conteúdo e o professor são excelentes, mas a qualidade da tradução poderia acompanhar melhor o nível do curso.

    • 6 months ago

      Curso muito bom. A tradução para o portugues deixa a desejar quando vai falar como se pronuncia em chines. Deveria deixar a pronuncia em chines soar corretamente. As vezes até expressoes em portugues soam estranhas e fora de contexto. Seguir a estrutura apresentada certamente contribuiurá para o resultado final. O mateerial adicional é muito valioso. Parabens!

    • 9 months ago

      It's a great course, the explanations are very clear, the video is edited very well. Would definitely recommend.

    • 10 months ago

      AMAZING! The teacher was super clear and detailed, unlike most of the courses here. Really a great experience!

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    Thomas Lam

    Thomas Lam

    Teacher
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    Chinese Calligrapher

    Joined February 2021

    Thomas Lam is a Chinese calligraphy artist and teacher based in London. Born and raised in Hong Kong, his internationally recognized work is taught in calligraphy workshops through his academy Write Like Dance.

    For over a decade, he has been sharing his work online and with calligraphy students in the UK and Hong Kong. He is currently developing a learning system for lovers of calligraphy and Chinese culture.

    Content

    • U1

      Introduction

      • About Me
      • Influences
      • Brief Introduction of Chinese Calligraphy
    • U2

      Materials and Basic Strokes

      • Materials
      • Dot, Horizontal and Vertical Strokes 1
      • Dot, Horizontal and Vertical Strokes 2
      • Left Falling and Press Down Strokes
      • Hooks
      • Turning Strokes
    • U3

      Chinese Characters with Open Structure

      • Stroke Order
      • Simple Structure Characters
      • Top-Bottom Structure Characters
      • Left-Right Structure Characters
    • U4

      Chinese Characters with Enclosed Structure

      • Enclosed Structures with Two Sides
      • Enclosed Structures with Three Sides
      • Completely Enclosed Structures
      • Combined Structure
    • U5

      How to Build Your Calligraphy Portfolio

      • How to Create a Chinese Calligraphy Artwork
      • How to Take a Photo for Your Artwork
    • FP

      Final project

      • Introduction to Chinese Calligraphy

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    FAQs

    Yes, this course is designed for beginners and covers fundamental techniques, tools, and script styles, making it accessible even if you have no prior experience in Chinese calligraphy.

    You will need a calligraphy brush, ink stick or bottled ink, suitable paper (such as rice paper), and a water writing pad. The course covers how to select and prepare each tool.

    You’ll learn the basics of Kai Shu (regular script), stroke order, brush techniques, character structure, and how to create custom calligraphy artwork, as well as comparisons of traditional and modern styles.

    Yes, the course covers both traditional scripts like Kai Shu and Xing Shu, as well as modern applications such as graphic design and movie poster calligraphy.

    The course explains the differences between brush types, ink preparation, and choosing the right paper, guiding you on selecting materials suitable for both beginners and advanced practice.

    Yes, you’ll practice the structure, stroke order, and techniques specific to Kai Shu, helping you build balanced and legible Chinese characters from scratch.

    Yes, the course includes modules on watercolour calligraphy, blending traditional brushwork with modern color techniques for unique artistic effects.

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