From what age can one practice?
Children can start from the age of 8 or 10, with a fun and visual approach. Adults find it an artistic and meditative practice, ideal for releasing everyday stress.
Do you need to know how to write Japanese to practice calligraphy?
Not at all! No knowledge of Japanese is required to get started. You learn the gestures, the basic strokes and the meaning of the characters as you go. The practice of shodō is open to everyone, beginners and experienced practitioners alike.
What equipment is needed to get started?
Traditional calligraphy materials include:
- A brush (fude).
- Paper.
- All materials are provided during workshop classes.