Chinese Handcraft Workshops @ Shaw Auditorium
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Ready to dive into a world of creativity and cultural discovery? Following the enthusiastic response from the HKUST community in August, the Shaw Auditorium Unit is excited to bring back two Chinese Handcraft Workshops! Join us to explore traditional crafts — crafting beautiful bamboo fans and personalizing your own Chinese seals. Each workshop offers a hands-on opportunity to express your creativity while learning about rich cultural heritage. Don’t miss this chance to meet new friends, unleash your artistic side, and take home your own handmade treasures. We can’t wait to see you there!
***An exclusive registration period for Year-1 students will run from now until August 26, 2025. During this period, other members of the HKUST community can choose to enroll in the waitlist. We will contact waitlist applicant through email if there is quota available after August 29.***
Online Registration
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Workshop Details:
1. Bamboo Weaving Painting Workshop: Crafting Traditional Bamboo Fan
Date: September 9, 2025 (Tuesday)
Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Venue: Room G02, G/F, Shaw Auditorium
Introduction: Bamboo weaving is one of the intangible cultural heritage of Hong Kong. In this workshop, Ms. Cindy Tai, founder of WELL WELL WELL (井井有條), will teach participants to create a bamboo fan using traditional weaving techniques.
2. Chinese Seal Carving: A Hands-On Seal Carving Experience
Date: September 10, 2025 (Wednesday)
Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Venue: Room G02, G/F, Shaw Auditorium
Introduction: Chinese seal carving is a revered traditional craft with a history spanning over 3,000 years, serving as a symbol of identity and authority. In this workshop, Mr. William Ho, an experienced instructor who specializes in calligraphy and seal engraving, will share the history of seal carving, and introduce the intricate techniques involved in creating a unique seal.
REMARKS
- Recommended for ages 16 and above.
- Participants are required to submit a refundable deposit of HKD 200 for each workshop (cash only), which will be returned upon successful completion of workshop. If the participant cannot attend the workshop, the deposit will be forfeited and used to offset the workshop operation expense.
- Interested participants are required to enroll online and complete the deposit payment by visiting Room 203, Shaw Auditorium during 09:30am - 12:45pm or 2:00pm - 5:00pm (Monday to Friday) before August 29, 2025 in order to secure their spots.
- Quota is limited, if the deposit is not received by August 29, 2025, your spot will be released. Released spots will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis to all waitlist applicant, according to the time the deposit is paid.
- Please present your Student Card / Staff Card / Alumni e-card / Resident Card for identity verification when attending the workshop.
- The Shaw Auditorium Unit reserves the right in its sole discretion to make changes to the event program without prior notice.
Enquiries: sateam@ust.hk