New! Chinese Calligraphy: History and Art

Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how this revered art form developed through different dynasties, studying iconic calligraphers such as Wang Xizhi and Zhang Xu and their contributions to various script styles.

Hands-on sessions will introduce the Four Treasures of the Study—brush, ink, inkstone and rice paper—allowing students to practice fundamental brush techniques and master different script styles, including Seal Script (篆书), Clerical Script (隶书), Regular Script (楷书), Running Script (行 书) and Cursive Script (草书).

This course offers an immersive experience of the timeless elegance of Chinese calligraphy, whether for artistic pursuit or deeper cultural appreciation.

About the trainer 
Elaine Chan Choon Ling is a Singaporean artist with a multifaceted background. She holds a Master of Science in Wealth Management and a Master of Arts in Japanese Translation and Interpretation. Over the past two decades, she has built an extensive career in multinational corporations, specialising in banking, non-profit and personal financial advisory.

Driven by her passion for visual arts and the Chinese language, Elaine founded art initiative Inklings 鈴感工房, dedicated to presenting oriental art and Chinese calligraphy in a contemporary fashion. It seeks to celebrate artistic storytelling by expressing culture, heritage and emotion through brushwork and ink.

Her artistic journey began in a Chinese school where she trained in Chinese calligraphy and traditional brush painting. These early influences remain deeply rooted in her work, inspiring a distinctive fusion of tradition and modernity. At the heart of her work is a deep desire to infuse her identity into her creations, blending heritage and modernity to resonate with global audiences.

Her work has garnered collaborations with prestigious corporate clients, including the National Library Board, McKinsey & Company, Bottega Venetta and Aston Martin.