Traditional Calligraphy Class - Hanoi Tour 2024

Traditional Calligraphy Class

Introduction to a Historical Art Form

1 - 10 guests
⏳2 – 2.5h

Overview

This experience lets you learn both Chinese characters, which formed the basis of Vietnamese writing for centuries, and the modern Quoc Ngu script that became dominant under French colonial rule. You can see how calligraphy evolved from a practice of scholars and noblemen while retaining the essence of the art, as different characters gracefully harmonize to change the meaning of a word.
Your host, a skilled artist and a calligraphy master, offers you a look back in time to explore an art form that is still revered and respected. Throughout the workshop, you get a chance to give your own strokes form as you learn this ancient art.

What To Expect

Ever since calligraphy was introduced to Vietnam by the Chinese settlers - it was one of many cultural exchanges that shaped Vietnamese culture - however, since then much has changed over history to adapt the art to better express the richness of the Vietnamese language. Its usage was historically confined to scholars and noblemen when the use of Han script was still prevalent, but today, the art has rooted itself in both the modern Vietnamese calligraphy using Chinese characters and also the national language, Quoc-ngu that originated during the French rule.

Despite the many changes, the essence of the art still remains true to its core. The elegance of brush strokes as they define each character is as appealing as art itself. What is even more intriguing is how different characters gracefully harmonize to change the meaning of a word. The character that describes women for instance can mean "peace' if the symbol of a 'roof' is placed over it. Seemingly abstract in nature, the art follows a rule that is both fascinating to learn and practice.
In this Traditional Calligraphy Class, you will learn calligraphy in Vietnamese Language and/or English. Our host, a skilled artist and a calligraphy master will take you back in time and present an art that is still revered and respected. Don't miss this chance to put your own strokes as you learn this ancient art.

Inclusive of

• All necessary tools and materials necessary for the workshop
• Light refreshments
• English speaking guide
• Calligraphy parchments that you can take home with you
• 1 Drink per pax

Not Inclusive of

• Pick-up and drop-off service within Hanoi (can be included at additional cost)
• Other personal expenses

Additional Information

• Pick-up location: Exact pick-up location address along with map direction will be sent to your email instantly after booking
• Be at the pick-up location at the tour start time
• You also have the option to be picked up. Simply select this option from the add-on section
• You do not need previous calligraphy experience
• Avoid wearing clothes that you wouldn't want paint accidentally dropped on