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  • Online Japanese Calligraphy “Shodo” Workshop for July

    Online Japanese Calligraphy “Shodo” Workshop for July

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    Online Japanese Calligraphy “Shodo” Workshop
    for July 2022

     

    Basics of Japanese Calligraphy

    In this 1.5 hours hands-on workshop, get an intimate exploration of fundamental Japanese calligraphy brushwork, and find balance within yourself through meditative calligraphy process. The workshop begins with the basics: proper use of the calligraphy tools, posture and manners. Participants will be introduced to the chosen character for the month, with in-depth lectures on basic calligraphy writing techniques and brushwork, focusing on the formal Regular Script called “Kaisho”. Participants will be practicing on hanshi calligraphy paper, while contemplating on the meaning of the character.

    The chosen character for July is:
    『蓮』Sacred Lotus

    * The workshop is designed to accommodate youth & adult beginners. No prior art experience or knowledge of Japanese language is necessary.

    DATE & TIME
    Sunday, July 31, 2022 10am – 11:30am Pacific Standard Time

    LECTURE & TEXTS
    This workshop will be instructed by Aoi Yamaguchi. Original worksheets and handouts in PDF will be provided for participants to print out prior to the session. Lesson will be taught in English. Knowledge of Japanese language is a plus, but is not necessary.

    SUPPLIES & MATERIALS
    Participants are required to prepare their own Japanese calligraphy tools and supplies for the session.

     

    • “Fude” Calligraphy brush
    • “Suzuri” or “Bokuchi” Ink well
    • “Bokuju” Bottled sumi ink
    • “Hanshi” Calligraphy Hanshi paper (W24.3cm x H33.4cm)
    • “Mousen” Calligraphy felt pad (2mm thickness, W27.8cmｘH38.0cm or similar)
    • “Bunchin” Paper weights
    • Worksheets printouts (PDF will be provided via the email prior to the session)
    • Old newspapers or extra black felt (to dry wet artworks on)

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  • New Year’s Calligraphy “Kakizome” Workshop at Tortoise General Store

    New Year’s Calligraphy “Kakizome” Workshop at Tortoise General Store

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    New Year’s Calligraphy “Kakizome” Workshop 2022
    at Tortoise General Store

    [/rs_special_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kakizome (書き初め) is the term for the first calligraphy writing of the new year, traditionally performed on the second day of January. This event is also called 吉書 (kissho), 初硯 (hatsu-suzuri) and 試筆 (shi-hitsu). People write auspicious words or a short Japanese or Chinese poetry, such as haiku or tanka, something that symbolizes one’s wishes for the New Year. In modern times, people simply prefer to choose kanji characters that have positive meanings and one’s resolution for the year.

    Instructed by Aoi Yamaguchi, participants will be writing Kakizome with their choice of words for their wishes for the New Year. We will go over the basics from how to hold the brush to how to control the brush, the balance between the mind and body, understanding the structure and meaning of Japanese characters, and basic brush techniques. For the word choice, we will have a list of auspicious phrases for you to choose from. This one-time workshop of Kakizome invites you to focus on the moment and awareness for self, and renew your spirit for the fresh start of the year!

    The workshop will take place inside and is limited to 5 participants.

    Date and Time:
    Saturday, January 29th 2021
    10:30 am – 12:30 am

    Sunday, January 30th 2021
    9:30 am – 11:30 am

    Location:
    Inside the Tortoise General Store – 12701 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90066

    Safety guidelines:
    Masks will be worn by the instructor and participants.  Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns.  We will have disposable masks available if needed.

    Age requirement:
    The workshop is designed for the adult beginners. No prior experience is necessary.  Let the beautiful poems unfold your imagination, let your brushes explore your creativity.

    Materials:
    All calligraphy supplies and materials will be provided for you to work on Japanese calligraphy during the workshop.  Price of supplies included with the workshop fee.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row padding=”pb-140 pb-xs-70″][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_btn title=”MORE INFO & REGISTERATION” style=”classic” shape=”square” color=”black” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fshop.tortoisegeneralstore.com%2Fproducts%2Fcalligraphy-workshop-with-aoi-yamaguchi-january-29th-and-30th%3F_pos%3D1%26_sid%3D8f5de12fa%26_ss%3Dr”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row]