Chinese Calligraphy & Language Classes in Dallas, Richardson, Plano, Texas

Joshua's Chinese Calligraphy Classes in Dallas, Texas

(to Chinese Version) Updated: 08/12/2010

No Chinese language experiences or background required! Basic Chinese tutoring included!

Thank you for visiting this WebPage. It has been my dearest wish to promote the Art of Chinese Calligraphy in America and to share the spiritual and artistic beauty with those who are interested in this art. The key in learning Chinese calligraphy is mostly the attitude, guidance, and methodologies, rather than a beginner's age, talent, language experiences, or cultural background.

Except for the first class, each student is required to bring a brush, paper, ink, and ink stone. Materials such as copy and tracing samples will be provided. Students are welcome to take notes in writing, voice recording, or video. New comers may borrow the instructor's brushes.

For new students who just start learning Chinese, a basic tutoring of Mandarin Chinese will also be combined with learning calligraphy, just as the way it was taught in ancient China. Referrals to other Chinese teachers, schools, or conversation partners may be provided. It is recommended that a student start viewing or learning from the "Basics" and "Video Tutorial" before coming to the first class.

Tuition, Schedule, and Locations

Elite Performing Arts Center (PLANO LOCATION)

Elite Performing Arts Center
5220 Village Creek Drive
Plano, Texas 75093

(Property owner is David Wong)

To schedule an appointment for the first time for an individual private lesson, please email ArtsAndVirtue@MSN.com.Please include your full name, primary phone and (or) cell phone, Mandarin Chinese level, your preferred time (available schedules include 10 AM to 6 PM, Saturdays & Sundays or 6:30 PM to 9 PM, Wednesdays), your preferred length of each class ($20 for 75 minutes session per person or $25 for 90 minutes session per person), and whether you already have adequate Four Treasures.

Tuition per Chinese calligraphy lesson per person will be lowered if the student is willing to share the same session with another one or two students, or the students may choose to receive credits or gifts if 4 or 5 people are sharing the same time. The base rent I pay for the studio is $10 each time, or 1/3 of tuitions collected.
1 person for 75 minutes	$20
2 persons for 90 minutes	$15 each person
3 persons for 90 to 120 minutes	$15 each person
4 or 5 persons	with agreements by other students

Click to view entry level tools or more recommended tools and accessories.
You may shop for better quality tools in Plano.

Class Policy

Appointment for the first time class must be confirmed again two to five days before the first class for first time students regardless any prior confirmations. This means new students must confirm by Friday if s/he is coming to the Sunday class.

In case there is a thunder storm, snow or a severe weather situation, the class will be rescheduled.

Except for weather situations, please call Joshua's cell (972) 571-5672 at least three hours in advance if you want to reschedule or cancel a class. Reschedule or cancellation by e-mail must be done at least one day in advance.

Please

when short-term classes or one-day seminar are offered in North Texas area.

Pictures

Newsletter about Chinese Calligraphy & Painting in the DFW Chinese Community

Date	Activity	Contact
2010 年 4 月 24 日	達拉斯中華書畫聯誼會 2010 年書法國畫展覽 DFW Chinese Calligraphy & Painting Association Joint Exhibition	www.dallasccc.org
2006 年 12 月 2 日	華人活動中心將於2006 年12 月2 日從下午2 點到4 點, 舉辦書法問題討論會。 The Dallas Chinese Community Center will hold a discussion forum and demo about Chinese calligraphy at December, 2, 2006 from 2 to 4 PM.	972-480-0311
2006 年 9 月 30 日	達拉斯華人活動中心第四屆公開書法比賽 Chinese Calligraphy Contest @ Dallas Chinese Community Center (http://home.earthlink.net/~dcntx/dfwnews.htm#666) 比賽時間：2006 年 9 月 30 日週六 12:00pm-2:00pm	972-480-0311
2006 年 4 月 29 日	達拉斯中華書畫聯誼會 2006 年書法國畫講習研討及展覽 DFW Chinese Calligraphy & Painting Association - Joint Exhibition & Workshop http://art-virtue.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=62	達拉斯中華書畫聯誼會
	There will not be a class on Jan. 29, 2006 (Chinese Lunar New Year.) There will be a public demo (http://www.art-virtue.com/demo/2006-CrowMuseum/index.htm) at downtown Dallas. Class will resume the following week.
2006 年 1 月 1 日	We will have a multi-cultural and arts festival at Elite on Jan. 1, 2006, 6:00PM. The party will have demos of calligraphy / painting, teapot & tea tasting, Chinese herbs, music talent show, and book exhibitions. Ticket for dinner buffet is $5 per person. Twenty sets of couplets written in different Chinese calligraphy will be given as new year gifts. The party highlights were at http://art-virtue.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?p=101#101.
	Beginning in November, 2005, our group class will be held at a new location at Elite Performing Arts Center.
2005 年11月12 日	華人活動中心將於2005 年11月12 日從下午2 點到4 點, 舉辦書法活動。為促進及推展達拉斯市中國書法學習風氣, 活動將包括當場揮毫及問題討論。活動多彩多姿, 歡迎大家踴躍參觀。感謝活動中心、參與人員、虞先生竭力贊助, 並邀本人在會中介紹"德藝書法網"。達拉斯時報 Oct 27, 2005 The Dallas Chinese Community Center will hold a meeting about Chinese calligraphy promotion here in Dallas. The meeting will include demos and discussions. Joshua will be giving brief introduction about this website. Thanks for the sponsors, Mr. Yu, and all other Chinese calligraphers who endeavor to have this activity. The time is November 12, 2005 from 2 to 4 PM (Saturday). We hope this will greatly enhance the public awareness about Chinese calligraphy in Dallas.
2005 年 9 月20 日	達拉斯華人活動中心第三屆公開書法比賽比賽時間：二○○五年八月二十日週六 12:30pm-2:30pm

Kids Summer Program (Weekends Only) - pictures at www.art-virtue.com/demo/2006-shiny/

Purchase Supplies

Choosing a right brush is very critical for a beginner. If you do not want to run the risk of picking a bad brush, the instructor may choose one for you. Students may also purchase calligraphy tools (brush, paper, ink, ink stone, and accessories) from the instructor at wholesale prices.

Watercolor brushes and Indian ink will not be suitable for practicing Chinese calligraphy. You have to use authentic Chinese calligraphy supplies.

Places to get calligraphy supplies in Dallas include:
(The bookstores are all located in China Town on Greenville Avenue between Arapaho and Beltline in Richardson.)

    Forbidden City http://www.oriental-crafts.com/ (enter ForbiddenCity2008 e-Bay store)
                  Mr. Robert Bo (972) 758-7238
               Plano, Texas 75081 (Please call Robert for address and appointment)
                  12 - 6 PM Mon-Sat
                  Largest selections of calligraphy & painting supplies at wholesale prices.

Selecting Chinese Calligraphy & Painting Brushes, Books & Four Treasures from www.asiade.com Bookstore

I have been purchasing books and supplies from this bookstore since 1998.

How to choose Chinese artistic brushes http://www.art-virtue.com/principles/
A list of bookstores and suppliers of Four Treasures http://www.art-virtue.com/links/#4

達華書局 China Books & Arts http://www.asiade.com/
Phone: 972-238-8408 (preferred contact)
Address: 300 E. Terrace Drive #303, Richardson, Texas 75081 USA. (Located in China Town)

The owner Mr. Jason Liu is also a news reporter of Chinese World Journal newspaper and an experienced and knowledgable painter. If you have any special request about Chinese calligraphy and painting books and supplies, please call Ms. Liu at the store, email service@asiade.com, or visit http://www.etaoyo.com/ and use the suggested search keywords, and then let them know which items to order. They don't list many items at http://www.asiade.com/search.aspx?lid=9011&btype=11

Introduction

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Tuition, Schedule, and Locations

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Pictures

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Newsletter about Chinese Calligraphy & Painting in the DFW Chinese Community

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Kids Summer Program (Weekends Only) - pictures at www.art-virtue.com/demo/2006-shiny/

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Purchase Supplies

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Introduction	Tuition, Schedule & Locations	Pictures
Newsletter	Kids Summer Program	Purchase Supplies