A relaxing hobby

More people are choosing to participate in quieter activities such as writing calligraphy and listening to lectures on ancient Chinese culture. The following are two studios where people interested in calligraphy can learn more about the art form.

Shanghai Calligraphy Salon

上海書法沙龍

If you are interested in entering the world of calligraphy, this is the perfect place to start. Participants begin by grounding an ink stick and preparing the paper before writing.

Address: Room 6, Building 4, Changfeng Building, 1277 Dingxi Road, Changning district

定西路1277號長峰大廈4樓6室

Telephone: 021-6054-2292

Shanghai Moyan Calligraphy Studio 上海墨煙書法工作室

This is a working studio founded by a calligraphist who started writing when he was 10 years old. This class is best suited to people who are interested in seriously pursuing calligraphy. Those who want to learn calligraphy in a short time or only have an hour a week to practice are not welcome.

Address: 701B, Shenjin Building, 297 Shangcheng Road, Pudong district

商城路297號申金大廈701B

Telephone: 134-7288-7306