Immerse yourself in a Chinese cultural activity, by having a calligraphy plus ink and brush painting experience in Beijing. This workshop lets you make your own work of art. Benefit from having both a guide and a local artist by your side, you’ll practice using the tools of the trade: brushes, ink and paper. Then try your hand at writing Chinese characters in an artistic style and paint the famous Chinese Artist's work. All necessary supplies are provided, take your completed work home as a special souvenir of your cultural experience.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔  One-way private transfer
✔  Private tour
✔  Chinese tea
✔  Hotel pick up for hotels within the 3rd ring road of Beijing
✔  Professional tour guide
✖  Gratuities
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What To Expect

Your tour guide will pick you up, then hop on a private vehicle to the traditional Chinese room in which the lesson is held. Your experience begin with the welcome tea, gaining artistic inspiration from the decoration and furniture of the traditional Chinese room. Your teacher is an expert, well respected in the Chinese traditional culture scene. Under the careful guidance of your teacher, try your hand at using genuine Chinese tools; Gain knowledge of the Four Treasures and how to use them: brush, ink, paper, and ink stone. Learn to write your favorite Chinese character and your name on a square piece of paper. After a short tea break, you'll learn the traditional ink and brush painting. Traditional Chinese painting is considered one of the oldest continuous artistic traditions in the world. It uses "Shui Mo" (water and ink), which is a freestyle technique created using a brush dipped in ink and water, and onto rice paper. You will get to learn different brush strokes, as well as get a solid introduction to the oriental materials, tools, and the painting subject. You can either write your name or make your Chinese painting on a Chinese fan, take home as a unique souvenir.

Additional info
•  Public transportation options are available nearby
•  Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
•  Not recommended for pregnant travelers
•  Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
•  Suitable for all physical fitness levels
•  Age under 4 is free to join
•  Children must be accompanied by an adult
•  Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Painting Classes
Free cancellation
 0
Price:
From $145.46
Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
3 hours
Guide in:
Mandarin   English   
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Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.