Highlights
- Create your own fan painting in a serene Beijing courtyard
- enjoy a short visit to the museum’s heritage exhibition
- Receive personalized guidance from a bilingual art expert
- Enjoy the tranquility and authenticity of truly Beijing , away from the crowds.
Description
Step into a hidden Beijing courtyard for an exclusive immersion into Chinese art. Guided by a bilingual expert, create your own fan painting and adding deeper context to the traditional crafts you’ll be exploring. Leave with unique art souvenirs and serene memories.
Enter a meticulously curated private courtyard, where the city's noise fades away, and discover a sanctuary of Eastern aesthetics.
Begin with a silk fan painting session. Learn how to hold a brush, understand ink shades, and paint a pattern on a high-quality round silk fan—be it classic bamboo leaves, an auspicious 'Fu' character, or any Eastern imagery in your heart. The guide offers one-on-one inspiration to ensure every guest completes a unique artwork they can be proud of.
Next, enjoy a private jewelry collection appreciation session. As the scent of ink lingers, the guide will present a carefully selected collection of Chinese jewelry and jade pieces. Each item carries a cultural story—from the gentlemanly virtue symbolized by 'gentle as jade' to the beautiful寓意 of jade safeguarding peace. You can touch, try on these exquisite items, and feel their texture and warmth. Your guide will recommend jade pieces that complement your fan painting style and personal aura, explaining the design inspiration and cultural significance behind them.
As the event winds down, enjoy a cup of elegant Chinese tea. Share your creative insights with fellow art lovers or take photos in the serene courtyard, allowing this Eastern elegance to become a lasting travel memory.
Includes
90 minutes private small-group art soirée experience
Full service from one general art guide and one professional English translator
All painting materials: brushes, rice paper, ink, pigments
one high-quality round fan for you to take home
Appreciate and try on a range of Chinese Traditional Intangible Cultural Heritage Treasures
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
