Part Time Calligraphy - Japanese Calligraphy Taster

Calligraphy - Japanese Calligraphy Taster
Course Length: 1 Day
Site: Broadwater Campus
Attendance: Part Time
Course Code: DCL105

Day : Time : Start
Monday 10:00-12:00 01-Sep-2008
ABC
7.00 (Fee per year)

A-Full fee,
B-Discounted fee for full payment at time of enrolment,
C-Concessionary fee for people in receipt of specified benefits

The Course
This course is for students who are interested in learning the art of Japanese calligraphy using brush and ink. Students will learn the brief history of calligraphy and be introduced to Japanese kana and kanji writing systems.

Course Content
This session will introduce students to brush writing techniques for strokes, lines, size, flow and balance, including preparation and handling of tools. You will become familiar with the three main calligraphy styles and hiragana, katakana and kanji writing systems. There will also be a brief introduction to the historical influence of calligraphy in Japanese society.

Progression/Career Path
Longer Japanese calligraphy course - starting on 05/01/09

Other Costs
There will be an additional cost for calligraphy tools.