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While in Beijing, have a calligraphy class, walk through the hutongs, and then enjoy a tasty bowl of Beijing-style noodles. You’ll meet your art teacher, who will take you and your private group to the studio for a 1.5 hour lesson. Afterwards, walk around the village and hear the history of the hutong area. Finally you’ll sit down to a well-earned bowl of Beijing style noodles.
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4-Hour Private Tour of Calligraphy Class, Hutong and Dumplings
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Learn the ancient Chinese art form of calligraphy and create a unique souvenir with this small-group calligraphy class with a local artist. Discover the history of Chinese calligraphy, learn how to use the tools and basic writing technique, then create your own piece of art in the form of a traditional folding fan decorated with calligraphy.
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2-Hour Chinese Calligraphy with an Artist in Shanghai, China
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Explore the intricate world of Chinese art and culture in a hands-on silk fan painting workshop, set in a tranquil studio near Jing’an Temple. Over three engaging hours, delve into the historical significance of Chinese painting while using traditional tools and techniques to create your own masterpiece. This workshop offers an intimate atmosphere, ensuring personalized attention as you sip on tea and connect with fellow art enthusiasts. No prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity and passion for learning.
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Shanghai Art Class Tour Experience
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Calligraphy is an eye-catching brand in traditional Chinese art. In the world there is no any other character can be developed into a unique art like Chinese character. Learning Chinese calligraphy is to develop a skill, to appreciate a typical Chinese style beauty, and to cultivate one’s mind.Aside from Chinese characters you can also learn about the Chinese painting methods in an introductory painting class with the assistance of a Chinese master. As an experienced painter you could compare the local methods with yours back home.
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One Hour Chinese Calligraphy or Painting Lessons in Your Yangshuo Hotel
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This unique mahjong class is conducted in the mahjong thematic shop Glocal Mahjong at PMQ that also acts as a mini mahjong museum. Immerse yourself in the rich blend of tradition and innovation found within PMQ, a beautifully restored historic landmark at the heart of Hong Kong's cultural scene. At Glocal Mahjong, we are dedicated to sharing the joy of mahjong with both beginners and experienced players. Our classes provide a small group, cozy environment to enrich your mahjong skills regardless of level. Beyond the game itself, our mission is to promote the cultural and social relevance of mahjong to a wider audience. Explore the fascinating history and traditions associated with this ancient game, while also discovering its modern adaptations and significance in today's society.
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Mahjong 101 Class for Beginners Workshop
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Learn the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy, and walk away with a special memento, when you sign up for a small-group class. Pick from numerous daily class times to best suit your sightseeing schedule, and get ready to flex your creative muscles. Learn more about the practice and try different techniques, and leave with a brand new set of skills.
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Chinese Calligraphy Class for Small Group
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Create your own piece of Chinese art in a calm, small-group workshop guided by an experienced instructor. You’ll choose between painting a fan or decorating a traditional lantern using Chinese ink and calligraphy, and take home a handmade souvenir. With group sizes limited, the experience is relaxed, beginner-friendly, and a refreshing cultural break from busy sightseeing.
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1h Chinese Ink Art Experience: Calligraphy & Painting in Shanghai
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Expert Guidance: The instructor is highly knowledgeable, with deep expertise in Dunhuang art and culture. Customizable Designs: Choose from a wide range of traditional mural patterns—majestic Buddhas, graceful Bodhisattvas, or mythical creatures like the Nine-colored Deer from ancient Chinese folktales. Hands-on Experience: You'll use authentic materials such as mineral pigments, clay boards, and traditional tools to recreate historic art in a peaceful, meditative setting. Cultural Immersion: The quiet, serene classroom atmosphere offers a rare chance to connect deeply with China’s spiritual and artistic traditions.
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Hands On Chinese Cave Murals with Local Expert
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The Acrobats Show at the Regal Palace Theater (Qin Le Gong Theater) is amazing with unbelievable Price. You just spend only one fifth of the price to have the VIP seat comparing with other Theater, which allows you a wonderful and closer distance to the performers, creating an immersive experience. China is the home of acrobatics, The show is fabulous and you can trace back to 2000 years ago. And it is definitely worth every penny you spend.
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Beijing Acrobatic Show at Regal Palace Theatre (Qin Le Gong)
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We are an experienced team to guide people who love sketching in the city. In this activity, we will have an introduction to Shanghai downtown and then teach participants to have fantastic paint in downtown. At the same time, you will interact with local people to understand the real Shanghai. Tell us which style of place You wanna visit or sketch, and we will customize the sketch trip and message the details to you.
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Shanghai Downtown Sketch Trip
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Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Zhang Yimou, Impression Sanjie Liu is a spectacular show performed by a cast of 600 in a natural theater that takes advantage of the surreal karst landscape of Yangshuo. Pre-book your tickets to guarantee your admission to the show, and upgrade to round-trip transfers from Yangshuo county hotels for a seamless experience.
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Impression Sanjie Liu Show Ticket
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More Than a Class—An Immersive Journey Discover a Hidden Sanctuary: Tucked away in Shanghai's vibrant former French Concession, our studio is a peaceful haven designed for immersion. Leave the noise of the city behind and find your focus in our exclusive, private space. Guidance from a Legacy Practitioner: Your teacher, Master Zhou, doesn't just teach calligraphy—she lives it. Hailing from a lineage of calligraphers and with 18 years of mentoring students, she offers an authentic and insightful learning experience that is both expert and patient. Create Your Personal Masterpiece: This isn't just a lesson; it's a creation. You won't just practice strokes—you'll apply them to craft a unique souvenir: a classic Chinese fan adorned with your own brushwork. It's a meaningful piece of art and a lasting memory of your cultural journey.
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Chinese Calligraphy Cultural Experience in Shanghai
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1.Create your artwork together with your professional and welcoming artisan 2.Explore the essence of Chinese culture through hands-on experience 3.Just 10 mins walk from Tiananmen Square and 3 mins walk from Dashila 4.Enjoy your workshop in a vibrant Hutong filled with all kinds of stylish shops 5.Bring home your seal, a silk-covered box, and red paste as memorable keepsake
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Tiananmen Square Hands on Experience Chinese Seal Carving
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Chinese art has a long and distinguished history that continues to this day. Enjoy an enriching encounter with local culture, enhance your creativity, and create a very special souvenir when you join this small-group water color painting class. Whatever your age and experience level, the intimate group size ensures personal attention from your instructor, guaranteeing you leave with new skills—as well as a beautiful fan.
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Water Color Class in Beijing
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Ensure a smooth departure from Beijing with this private one-way transfer from your Beijing hotel to Beijing Railway Station, Beijing North Railway Station, Beijing South Railway Station, or Beijing West Railway Station. Meet your driver at your hotel or private residence, and relax on the journey to the train station in a sedan, minivan, or minibus (depending on the size of your group).
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Private Beijing Transfer from Hotel to Beijing Railway Station
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Rare indigo dyeing experience in Hong Kong , Japanese style meets with Hong Kong culture. Indigo studio located in a 66 years farming rebuilt village ( original villages has 400 years old ) We are familiar in local art & craft experience along Hong Kong new generation and also Hong Kong & asian medias . We provide highest quality in Cotton & linen , our sources from all over the world , from Japan to China, Uk to India
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Indigo Workshop in Hong Kong
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From the markets of Mong Kok to the hills of Victoria Peak, and with views across the Harbour, Hong Kong is bursting with streetscapes perfect for people watching. With a professional photographer at your side, we navigate the maze of skyscrapers and elevated passages your camera will be poised and ready to capture the vibrancy of Hong Kong. We will teach you photography skills as well as encourage your creativity and photographic development. We will explore landmarks and back streets; focus on details, trams, markets and give you fantastic views of the city. Once the sun sets, Hong Kong turns on the neon lights and transforms itself. The streets are bustling and the harbour glows with the most impressive collection of skyscrapers in the world. Don't forget your tripod on this three-hour exploration of Hong Kong with a professional photographer to teach you how to make beautiful nighttime images through mastering long exposure, light trails, light painting and high ISO shooting.
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Hong Kong Photography Masterclass - Private Photography Lesson
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Professional video production support in Guangzhou for international creators and teams. This experience simplifies filming in China by combining local coordination, filming support, and production assistance into one seamless service. You focus on storytelling, while logistics and communication are handled smoothly on the ground. Professional filming equipment is available on-site, including cameras, stabilizers, and audio gear, allowing you to travel light. Support includes location coordination, shoot planning, and real-time assistance during filming. More than a videographer, this service acts as a local producer and fixer. Assistance can include B-camera operation, interview coordination, and bilingual communication when needed. Fast data transfer and short-form editing support are available for time-sensitive content. Ideal for brands, journalists, content creators, and business teams seeking efficient video execution in Guangzhou without language or logistical barriers.
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Guangzhou Video Production: Filming, Editing & Local Coordination
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Learning Chinese calligraphy takes practice and guidance, and this hands-on experience provides both. Watch a teacher demonstrate ink strokes on rice paper, then try the techniques yourself with step-by-step instruction on brushes and form. Along the way, gain insight into Chinese culture and benefit from being able to ask questions in this small-group setting.
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Beijing Wangfujing Calligraphy Class by Forbidden City
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This experience takes place inside a real family courtyard home in Beijing’s historic hutongs, not in a classroom or commercial studio. You will learn Chinese calligraphy with step-by-step guidance, then prepare dumplings together with the host family and share a home-cooked lunch. Group sizes are small, allowing personal interaction, cultural storytelling, and direct engagement with daily local life. Guests leave with their own handmade artwork and a deeper understanding of traditional Beijing family culture.
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Beijing Hutong Family Experience: Dumplings, Calligraphy & Lunch
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Art Connect and Communication is an institution that integrates art creation and cultural teaching. It hopes to create more diversified products with art and provide relevant courses to different people. ART CONNECT connects life with art, and affects life with life. We provide a variety of Chinese cultural experiences and exchanges. We provide the four Chinese arts of "Qin Qi, Calligraphy and Painting", including cultural experiences such as guzheng, Chinese chess, calligraphy, and Chinese painting, to promote Chinese culture to people from different countries.
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Brush calligraphy class / Chinese ink painting class
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By fusing traditional Chinese elements into photography, the craft of picturesque photography inherits and carries forward the traditional Chinese culture, turning photography into painting-like art piece. ?Carefully overlapping the photographs with elaborate Chinese realistic style painting and adjusting the tone, we converge dreams with reality. By shining classic lights into modern photographs, fusing photography and Chinese classic art into one, we promise to turn the real you into a piece of art. Recommend to contact us by email or cell phone first before you put your order.
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Traditional Chinese Dress Set
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Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Beijing with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at Beijing Railway Station, Beijing South Railway Station or Beijing West Railway Station, and then relax on the journey to your hotel or private residence. These private vehicles can accommodate up to nine passengers.
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Private Transfer from Beijing Railway Station to Hotel
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Explore the rich tapestry of Chinese tea culture during a captivating 2-hour session in Shanghai. Engage in a traditional Gongfu tea ceremony that reveals the artistry behind tea preparation, and master the brewing technique using a Gaiwan. Taste and appreciate four premium teas, from delicate white to robust oolong, while discovering how different years、 terroirs and manufacturing process influence flavor. This experience is perfect for travelers eager to deepen their understanding of this ancient tradition and elevate their tea appreciation. More importantly, fully immerse yourself in the joy brought by high-quality Chinese tea.
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Essential Chinese Tea Journey in Shanghai
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