EAS 223 SHODO:ART OF JAPANESE BRUSHWRK

An introduction to the practice of Japanese brushwork writing from kaisho to gyôsho styles and brush technique. Weekly hands-on studio time will be supplemented by readings, multimedia screenings, and lectures on the history and aesthetics of East Asian and Japanese calligraphy and script. Course will be taught in English.

Credits

4

Notes

This course may include an optional section that will meet for an additional hour each week to discuss supplemental readings in Japanese. Students participating in the foreign language section will receive an additional credit hour, pass/not passed marking.

Enrollment Limit

Enrollment limited to 15 students.