Chinese Calligraphy

3 Units

Chinese Calligraphy ("shufa" in Chinese and "shodo" in Japanese) is a traditional form of art with millennia of history behind it. It is also an art of self-cultivation and self-expression. It is one of China's greatest high art forms and is a cornerstone of Chinese culture. This course will explore the five more major styles of Chinese calligraphy and how to write Chinese calligraphy. Through intensive training and practice, learners will be able to create their own calligraphic art that showcases their engagement with the past and their creative spirit. The course is open to those who have taken Asian Languages or art and have had prior experience in calligraphy or writing Chinese characters by hand (optional). Offered as ARTS 335 , ASIA 335 , and CHIN 335 . Prereq: ARTS 200 .