【The Art of Chinese Seal Carving — From Tradition to Creation】
Using the knife as a brush, step into the world of Chinese seal carving. Beginning with its historical development and representative works, this course introduces participants to the unique value of the seal as a cultural medium, and guides you through the basic process of stone selection, inscription, carving, and printing. Through copying and creative practice, participants will build a foundation in knife techniques, calligraphy, and composition, gradually understanding how seal engraving has evolved from a traditional craft into a form of contemporary artistic expression, while developing their own creative language.
The workshop is led by artist Pau Mo-ching. She studied Chinese painting at the China Academy of Art and later obtained both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from The Chinese University of Hong Kong. She currently teaches seal carving at universities and arts institutions, while continuing her artistic practice. Her works have been selected for the Hong Kong Art Biennial. Places are limited. Register now and begin your seal carving journey!
Artist Instructor: Pau Mo-ching
Date: 4.9.2026 – 6.11.2026 (10 sessions, every Friday)
Time: 2 – 5 pm
Venue: Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre (vA!)
Quota: 12 persons*
Target: 18 years old or above; no experience required
Fee: HK$1,560
Material fee: HK$300
Language: Cantonese
Deadline for application: 23.8.2026 (Sun)
*If the number of applications received exceeds the maximum capacity, a draw will be conducted at vA! on 24.8.2026 (Mon) at 3pm to determine the successful applicants.
Using the knife as a brush, step into the world of Chinese seal carving. Beginning with its historical development and representative works, this course introduces participants to the unique value of the seal as a cultural medium, and guides you through the basic process of stone selection, inscription, carving, and printing. Through copying and creative practice, participants will build a foundation in knife techniques, calligraphy, and composition, gradually understanding how seal engraving has evolved from a traditional craft into a form of contemporary artistic expression, while developing their own creative language.
The workshop is led by artist Pau Mo-ching. She studied Chinese painting at the China Academy of Art and later obtained both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from The Chinese University of Hong Kong. She currently teaches seal carving at universities and arts institutions, while continuing her artistic practice. Her works have been selected for the Hong Kong Art Biennial. Places are limited. Register now and begin your seal carving journey!
Artist Instructor: Pau Mo-ching
Date: 4.9.2026 – 6.11.2026 (10 sessions, every Friday)
Time: 2 – 5 pm
Venue: Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre (vA!)
Quota: 12 persons*
Target: 18 years old or above; no experience required
Fee: HK$1,560
Material fee: HK$300
Language: Cantonese
Deadline for application: 23.8.2026 (Sun)
*If the number of applications received exceeds the maximum capacity, a draw will be conducted at vA! on 24.8.2026 (Mon) at 3pm to determine the successful applicants.
