Inviting you into a learning space where the beauty and practice of Chinese Calligraphy come alive.
Learning Chinese Calligraphy
Each brushstroke invites the practitioner to slow down, focus, and fully immerse in the moment. The tranquil rhythm of practice nurtures mindfulness, fosters emotional balance, and brings clarity that gently carries into daily life.
Our Vision
Our Vision is to create a welcoming space where people can delight in the beauty and practice of Chinese Calligraphy, and be part of a vibrant community of passionate learners and culture enthuisasts
chongzhengcalligraphy.sg
This website by Chong Zheng Academy endeavours to support the learning and practise of Chinese Calligraphy in Singapore.
Our Coach
Sitting down in quiet and wielding the brush over xuan paper. Chinese calligraphy offers the perfect antidote to the stresses of a busy urban lifestyle.
The Calligraphy Coach
Wan-Chung is co-founder of a work tech startup and a former Learning & Development Director at a global FTSE100 company.
As a psychologist and coach, he uses innovative approaches to coach students and draw out their own experiential insights to catalyse their success in Chinese brush writing.
Wan-Chung coaches in English and Mandarin, and was trained in brush writing using both the right and left hand.
Our Approach
Engaging with the art of Chinese brush writing through a warm and fully guided experience.
What We Write
We curate poems from China’s rich literary heritage, especially from the Tang and Song dynasties — eras when art and culture flourished. These selected works often celebrate the changing seasons and capture the essence of nature’s beauty, offering both inspiration and depth to calligraphy practice. Our students are also involved and invited to curate and suggest poems for the class to practise together.
How We Write
We specialise in the exciting and versatile Semi-Cursive Script, also known as XingShu (⾏书) or running script, which originated from the Han Dynasty in China. This calligraphic style is characterised by its flowing and somewhat connected brushwork, falling between Regular Script (Kai Shu 楷书) and Cursive Script (Cao Shu 草书) in terms of formality and legibility. (Click to check Other Main Scripts in Chinese Calligraphy.)
Our Fully Tailored Experience : The Semi-Cursive Script carries a unique charm, flowing along a spectrum between the steadiness of Regular Script and the freedom of Cursive Script. For those drawn to order and clarity, its structured forms offer a reassuring starting point. For those seeking movement and expression, its fluid strokes open a pathway to graceful freedom.
Our Journey
Tracing the milestones of Chong Zheng Academy and Coach Wan Chung’s calligraphy journey.
Where it begins
Started his journey with brush & ink at
the Singapore Calligraphy Centre
Practise at Xi’an
Joined the Xi’an Calligraphy Centre
(S.E.Asia Branch) to practise cursive calligraphy
Inaugural President
Inaugural President of the Asian
Journeys Calligraphy Club (Singapore)
82nd Dainippon Exhibition
Exhibited at the 82nd Dainippon
Calligraphy Institute Exhibition (Japan)
83rd Dainippon Exhibition
Exhibited at the 83rd Dainippon
Calligraphy Institute Exhibition (Japan)
84th Dainippon Exhibition
Exhibited at the 84th Dainippon
Calligraphy Institute Exhibition (Japan)
Inaugural Canada-China Exhibition
Exhibited at the inaugural Canada-China Calligraphy Spring Exhibition
Received Dr Tan Tsze Chor Art Award 2023
Received Dr. Tan Tsze Chor Art Award 2023 (Singapore Art Society)
2nd Canada-China Calligraphy Exhibition
Exhibited at the 2nd Canada-China Calligraphy Spring Exhibition 2024
Montreal Chinese Calligraphers Association
Invited to join the Montreal Chinese Calligraphers Association as Official Partner
Radiant Life Chinese Calligraphy Partner
Invited to join Radiant Life Pte Ltd as Official Chinese Calligraphy Partner
3rd Canada-China Calligraphy Exhibition
3rd Canada-China Calligraphy Exhibition: Exhibited at the 3rd Annual Canadian-Chinese International Calligraphy & Seal-Carving Exhibition.
Our Heritage
Chong Zheng Academy
Estalished Since 1912
The Joy of Learning Calligraphy at Chong Zheng Academy
At Chong Zheng Academy, it’s the people who make the place. Our community is warm, inviting, and full of learners who quickly become friends. Writing calligraphy together is not just a practice – it’s a shared joy.
Classes are offered in English and Mandarin, with Cantonese and Hokkien available if needed.
There are no prerequisites – no prior experience or advanced Chinese skills are required. In fact, many students gain confidence and improve their language proficiency as they progress.
Coach Wan provides personalized guidance, tailoring his approach to each student’s strengths, preferences, and pace.
Our Activities
Hands-On Learning for Every Step of Your Calligraphy Journey
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