Spring is here! There’s something about the Springtime that makes us feel so fresh and inspired to begin anew. I love this feeling. I’m happy to announce that a series of Japanese calligraphy workshops here at Atelier Towa in Berkeley is now open for registration, waiting for you to participate.

礎 (ishizue) means “base / foundation” in Japanese: At this hands-on workshop, you will learn and practice basic Japanese calligraphy skills, meditative calligraphy process and finding the balance between the mind and body. We will go over the basics: how to hold the brush and control the brush, posture, how to take care of tools and materials, various kinds of Japanese gasen paper and sumi inks. During the workshop, you will be introduced to the fundamental Japanese calligraphy techniques, and you will be practicing and making your own calligraphy artwork.

The first session is scheduled on Saturday April 9th, 11am – 2pm; there are 5 sessions total spanning until June 4th to cover the fundamentals for this Spring program. You’re welcome to take one session to see how you’d like it. It’s going to be a very small group, nice and cozy. If you are interested, check out more details and dates by clicking below:

Looking forward to having you at Atelier Towa!