On May 8, some 20 international students from the Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School participated in an art and culture workshop held at the New Who Art Village in Guanlan, Longhua District. The workshop, organized by the International Chinese Language Group of the school’s General Education Center and Nanyan Calligraphy and Painting Society, provided the students with an immersive experience delving into Chinese folk culture, traditions, and characters. They also gained insights into the life of the local artist community in Shenzhen.

Teachers and international students from Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School and local artits from New Who Art Village pose for a group photo at Qiming School in the village holding a calligraphy work written in Chinese and the foreign student's native language. Photos by Wang Haolan

Under the guidance of teachers and local artists, the students explored art studios, including the Longan Art Space run by American artist Ken Malson and his friend Bella Zhang and historical spots such as the Qiming School in the village. They also joined hands with local artists to create an art work featuring messages written in Chinese and foreign languages.

Teachers and students talks with American artist Ken Malson at his Longan Art Space in the village.

Students exchange with a local artist in his studio.

Students visit an ancient residence in the village.