This is an interactive talk to show participants how to read and decode different aspects of paintings by analysing their elements.
In this talk, you will be introduced to 10 Chinese symbols, their history and meaning and how they still influence Chinese life and art.
We'll study the principles of the design practices such as Feng Shui, Vaastu Shastra and more, which have helped human beings create transformative spaces.
Looking beyond 2D and 3D art, we will explore artists who create windows into new worlds through their immersive art works.
Cultural key words shed lights on the way people communicate and think, more importantly, their core values and how they see the world.
This lecture will draw parallels between prominent contemporary artists who are using their creative practices to bring to light political issues of present day.
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Calligraphy has a special status in China, as the Chinese culture is devoted to the power of the written word. Over time, the changes in the materials, tools and government requirements, caused calligraphy to transform. Old styles were pushed aside as new, more modern styles appeared. Here are some ways you can tell apart different Chinese calligraphy styles.
The tea ceremony has a special place in Japanese culture. Preparing and drinking tea is a meditative process that brings tranquillity, and balance to participators, by allowing them to forget about the daily problems and immerse themselves into the way of the tea.
Calligraphy, the art of beautiful handwriting was carefully nurtured in many parts of the world. In the Middle East, Arabic calligraphy found its way into every part of human life. It has moved beyond paper and incorporated itself into many different art forms and materials.
