Your current location:HOME >business >'Lanting' cultural salon in Auckland celebrates Chinese calligraphy, traditions 正文
TIME:2024-05-21 12:35:56 Source: Internet compilationEdit:business
In a vibrant celebration of Chinese culture, the "Lanting" Cultural Salon took place in Ne
In a vibrant celebration of Chinese culture, the "Lanting" Cultural Salon took place in New Zealand's largest city Auckland on Saturday.
Hosted by the China Culture Center in Auckland, the event brought together a diverse audience of art enthusiasts, scholars, and community leaders.
Mike Dawson, president of the Auckland branch of the New Zealand China Friendship Society, shared his passion for Chinese culture from a young age.
"When I was a child, I first saw Chinese calligraphy in Chinese restaurants and I was fascinated," said Dawson, who is recently practicing Chinese writing and calligraphy as well.
Carlos Cheung, a New Zealand member of parliament, said in his speech that Chinese calligraphy is important in Chinese culture. "It represents history and is an important window for people to know the country of China. This event also gives an opportunity for more New Zealanders to understand Chinese culture," said Cheung.
Both speakers emphasized the importance of cultural exchange and understanding between New Zealand and China.
Attendees were treated to a feast of artistic expression. A replica of the renowned Lanting Xu (Orchid Pavilion Preface), a masterpiece by the ancient calligrapher Wang Xizhi, was presented and discussed. Participants marvelled at the delicate brushwork and timeless elegance of this iconic work.
Additionally, the exquisite painting replicas of Italian missionary artist Lang Shining (Giuseppe Castiglione) were showcased and discussed. Visitors immersed themselves in the rich fusion of European and Chinese art.
Yuan Zong, founder of the Auckland International Gallery, presented a thought-provoking analysis of works by New Zealand Maori artists, highlighting the interconnectedness of artistic expression across cultures.
The event was not limited to visual arts. The enchanting sounds of the Guzheng filled the air as a talented musician performed classic melodies. Attendees also witnessed a captivating Song Dynasty tea ceremony.
Guests were also invited to interactive sessions to play friendly games of Weiqi (Go) and to try their hand at brushes and ink for a Chinese calligraphy workshop.
Among them was Tiana MacDonald, a University of Auckland student who discovered her passion for Chinese culture during her summer school studies.
Tiana found the experience both fascinating and rewarding. "I wish I could have a chance to visit China and learn more Chinese," she said.
To complete the cultural exchange, delicate flavors of traditional Chinese pastries were served to delight the palate.
California congressman urges closer consultation with tribes on offshore wind2024-05-21 12:26
Govt opening door for more foreigner buyers to buy farm land2024-05-21 12:21
Chubby Hearts Hong Kong: Gov't gave HK$7.8 million for installation2024-05-21 12:16
China news: Mystery as Xi Jinping unexpectedly skips key speech2024-05-21 12:13
Rangers are undefeated at .500 to keep World Series champs from a losing record with Bochy2024-05-21 12:05
Evergrande's bankruptcy may be just the beginning of China's real estate crisis2024-05-21 11:51
Food price hikes stall, thanks to lowered cost of fruit and veges2024-05-21 11:37
Alicudi: Italian island offers goats up for adoption2024-05-21 11:16
Analysis: Larson enters conversation with Verstappen as best drivers in the world2024-05-21 11:12
Arrest made in NSW fatal hit2024-05-21 10:54
Election 2024: Biden and Trump bypassed the Commission on Presidential Debates2024-05-21 11:42
Winston Peters to meet Anthony Blinken and Trump official in Washington2024-05-21 11:37
Alicudi: Italian island offers goats up for adoption2024-05-21 11:32
South China Sea: US accuses China of 'risky' fighter jet intercepts2024-05-21 11:19
Red Lobster seeks bankruptcy protection after closing some restaurants2024-05-21 11:06
Reserve Bank holds OCR at 5.5 percent2024-05-21 10:53
HK indie music collective Un.Tomorrow seeks community, history2024-05-21 10:48
Chris Hipkins says sick children shouldn't be at school2024-05-21 10:23
Candice Swanepoel stuns in a form2024-05-21 10:11
Yemen's Houthis say they targeted Western ships2024-05-21 09:52