Key Information
Date: Thursdays, 5, 12, 19, 26 November and 3 December 2026
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Student Level: Suitable for beginners and more advanced learners. The course is also ideal for students who have attended previous Chinese calligraphy courses and would like to continue developing their skills. All practice materials will be renewed for this course block.
Location
Confucius Institute for Scotland
Abden House
1 Marchhall Crescent
Edinburgh EH16 5HP
Why Take This Course?
Chinese calligraphy is one of China’s oldest and most highly regarded visual art forms. This course introduces the essential techniques of Chinese soft-brush calligraphy, with a particular focus on Regular Script (楷书) and Running Script (行书). Through demonstrations, guided practice and individual feedback, participants will learn how to handle the brush with greater control and develop a deeper understanding of the structure and rhythm of Chinese characters. Chinese calligraphy is also a calm and focused practice, encouraging concentration, coordination and an appreciation of traditional Chinese culture.
What Does the Course Cover?
● Brush handling and ink control
● Fundamental brush strokes and techniques
● Regular Script (楷书) and Running Script (行书)
● Stroke order and character structure
● Understanding proportion, balance and rhythm
● Stylistic variations in Chinese calligraphy
● Demonstrations and guided practice
● Personalised feedback and correction
About the Teacher
The course is led by Chi Zhang, an experienced Chinese calligraphy and brush painting artist and teacher. Chi has been teaching Chinese art and culture since 2008 and has been featured in the BBC documentary The Art of Chinese Brush Painting and on Sky TV’s Painting Birds with Jim and Nancy Moir (2024). Website: www.chizhangartist.com
Fees
● 3 classes – £70
● 4 classes – £85
● 5 classes – £100
Flexible Booking
We offer flexible booking options, allowing you to choose whether to attend 3, 4 or all 5 classes. This makes it easy to fit the course around your schedule. All specialist materials are included, with Chinese tea served during the break.
Booking & Further Information
To ensure an optimal learning experience, the class size is limited. Please register by using the Form HERE.
For additional information, or to arrange one-to-one tutorials or small group workshops, please email: info@confuciusinstitute.ac.uk