書道 — Japanese Calligraphy

About the workshop

 

The purpose of this course is for students to learn the basics of Japanese culture, calligraphy, and apply it to their art works. Class type: Lecture + Practice.

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Objectives

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In the course, students can learn the general history of Japanese calligraphy-from the influence of China to the birth of Japanese characters and the flow to the present day. Also they can see the role of modern calligraphy and what kind of activities it has as art while watching photos and videos of calligraphers.

At the practice students can learn the basics: posture, how to hold and move the brush. Besides, they can know the spiritual way of thinking about making works in calligraphy. The goal is to be able to draw the lines you want with a single brush by practicing what is called a RINSHO and letting the movement of the brush soak into the body. Once they understand how to handle the brush, they have to choose one Japanese kanji character , understand its meaning and create their own form using ink, oil and the tools of their choice to create their own work.

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Course content and outcomes

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• Introduction presentation of Japanese calligraphy 

• Practice + creation

• On the final day, students will present their work

• The results of course – an online exhibition (if possible) 

 

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Tools and materials

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• Obligatory: ink, various types of brushes, large paper (B1), oil 

• Others: Paints, oil crayons, and other painting tools