Chinese characters are so intriguing because they almost look like pictures, so ‘writing’ them is an art form itself. By exploring characters through the history and artistry of Chinese calligraphy, kids will appreciate this tradition and take pleasure in trying to master it themselves. 

Especially designed for children ages 5-12, this course will cover essential tools and techniques and foster skills from basic strokes to complex character structures in an engaging, thematic way. 

Using brush, ink and rice paper, students will: 

• Understand the rich history and evolution of Chinese calligraphy, appreciating its cultural significance and aesthetic beauty 

• Grasp the correct techniques of using the tools  

• Develop and progress their calligraphic skills through practice  

• Learn thematically with the categorisation of characters as outlined in “Shuowen Jiezi” — animal and nature-themed, indicative, ideographic, pictophonetic 

• Recognise different calligraphic scripts: Regular, Running, Cursive, Clerical, and Seal 

Delve into the aesthetics of ancient Chinese characters — register your child today! 

Tutor 

William Ho 

William apprenticed under Dr. Chui Pui Chee. After graduating from King’s College, Hong Kong in 2019, William obtained a Bachelor of Arts (First Class Honours) in Visual Art from Hong Kong Baptist University in 2023 and is currently pursuing a Master of Philosophy in Visual Arts. 

William specialises in Chinese calligraphy and is a member of the Jiazi Society of Calligraphy. He has taught at primary and secondary schools as well as institutions such as Jao Tsung-I Academy and Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre. In 2023, William was the champion of the tertiary division in the 5th Au Kin Kung Memorial Calligraphy Competition. His works have also been exhibited in the Ink Asia- INK Art in retrospect Exhibition Series in tribute to New Ink Art Movement II Keep Up the Good Fun, and the Hong Kong Emerging Artists exhibition at Jao Tsung-I Academy. 

Rooted in traditional techniques, William integrates calligraphy into contemporary context like popular song lyrics and poetry, and explores the modernity of this art form. 

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