Chinese Calligraphy

LANG-4455

This course introduces students to the techniques and socio-cultural significance of Chinese calligraphy as they explore its history, aesthetics, and practice. Students will gain hands-on practice with brush and ink, developing fundamental calligraphic skills as they analyze historical and contemporary examples of the art from both cultural studies and artistic perspectives. Finally, they will learn about the wellness benefits of calligraphic practice, including improved mental health, concentration, posture, and spiritual calmness. Taught in English, this course requires no prior knowledge of Chinese.

4 credits

Past Term Data

Offered
Not Offered
Offered as Cross-Listing Only
No Term Data
Spring Summer Fall
(Session 1) (Session 2)
2024
Chinese Calligraphy (4c)
  • Yalun Zhou
Seats Taken: 11/19
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
2007
2006
2005
2004
2003
2002
2001
2000
1999
1998