Fall 2008 Shodō: Japanese Calligraphy

書道:日本の習字

Shodō is an art form using a brush and charcoal ink on paper, wood plaques and fabric. It includes Chinese characters (kanji) and Japanese hiragana. Although it originated in the techniques used for letter writing, with its unique form of expression it has developed into an art genre. This hands-on workshop will introduce the techniques of shodō.

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Tuition: Japan Society members $230*, non members $260
(includes a $10 fee for 10-day supply of paper for classroom use)

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The instructor is Ms. Masako Inkyo. Her university degree is in Japanese Calligraphy and she is a member of the three largest shodō professional associations in Japan. In all three she holds the highest rank, based on work she has submitted. She has also received many awards, including first prizes in both shodō and pen calligraphy in national competitions sponsored by the Ministry of Education. For more information, visit www.masako-inkyo.com.

Shodō I: Mondays, 9/29 – 12/8 (no class 10/13); 4:00 to 5:30 pm
Shodō II: Wednesdays, 10/1 – 12/10 (no class 11/26); 4:00 to 5:30 pm
Shodō III: Fridays, 10/3 – 12/12 (no class 11/28); 4:00 to 5:30 pm
Shodō IV: Fridays, 10/3 – 12/12 (no class 11/28); 10:00 to 11:30 am
Shodō V: Fridays, 10/3 – 12/12 (no class 11/28); 2:00 to 3:30 pm
Weekend Shodō: 5 Sundays, 10/5 – 11/2; 11:30 am to 2:30 pm

Shodō I: This class will teach strokes used in Basic Kanji. Students at any level from beginner to advanced are welcome to register and Japanese language skills are not required.
Shodō II: This class is designed for the students who have completed Shodō I or have
equivalent experience.
Shodō III: This class is designed for the students who have completed Shodō II or have
equivalent experience.
Shodō IV: This class is designed for the students who have completed Shodō III or have
equivalent experience.
Shodō V: Limited to students who have successfully completed Shodō IV. Students can study either reisho, kana, or pen calligraphy.
Weekend Shodō: Open to students at all levels.

Each class is limited to 15 people, and registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Most importantly, because of the sequential development of the courses, attendance at all 10 lessons is required.

Materials for the course (brush, ink, a felt pad, and a paperweight) are provided in class for classroom use only. Students may purchase brush and a felt pad for their own use at home at the special price of $5.00 each.
For more details, or to register by phone with a credit card, please call either (212)715-1256 or (212)715-1273.