West Island Chinese Stamp Workshop
What is a Chinese Stamp
A Chinese stamp (seal carving or stone engraving) is a seal or chop used as a hand signature. In ancient times, people use their stamps in official records, contracts, personal documents, artworks or other legal writing. It conveys approval, endorsement or acknowledgement. Often, it is a sign of power too. The emperor uses a stamp to give his imperial orders. Artists authenticate their artworks with a stamp. A business uses a stamp as the professional logo. People create their own stamps for pleasure. In sum, a Chinese stamp can be used in many different ways.
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Name Stamp workshop on 6 November 2010, Saturday
Chinese Stamp Workshops are designed for people interested in creating their own chinese stamps for pleasure. You will learn the techniques of stamp carving on stone. The workshops can be attended by anyone without experience.
You will learn:
- How to design your own name or studio stamp
- Carving techniques on stones
- How to make proper impression on paper with your stamp
You will get:
- A nice Chinese name or studio name stamp
- Your name or studio name in proper Chinese translation
- You receive an original artwork with your Chinese name or studio name on it (written and signed by the teacher)
(see picture on the left) - Stone carving experience taught by a professional
Early registration is needed
If you are interested in the Chinese stamp workshop, you must register as early as possible to ensure enrolment. Your early registration will give me enough time for your name translation and design.
Fees
Each stamp workshop is $114. All materials and tools provided in class.
