Chinese Paper Cutting Workshop Experience New York City

Learn how to make a year of the snake paper cutting in this NYC workshop.



1.5 hours Class size 10 to 30 guests     $90


Discover the art of papercutting in this NYC class, and learn how to craft unique symbols of good fortune—perfect for welcoming the Year of the Snake!
Paper-cutting is a Chinese tradition, a popular art integral to everyday living. During festivals and holidays like the Lunar New Year, each household uses paper-cuttings to decorate their walls, windows, and doors.
In this interactive workshop, you will explore the history and culture of this traditional art through slide shows, live demonstrations, and step-by-step instructions. You will learn how to make paper-cutting patterns such as window flowers, Chinese characters, and be inspired to create your own unique lucky symbols for the Year of the Snake.
This creative and celebratory activity is a great way to ring in the Lunar New Year. Learn this traditional craft among friends and family and take home beautiful and intricate homemade decor.
Your instructor can travel to you for an extra fee of $100 within Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn.

Knowledge required
Beginner friendly.
 
What you'll get
Paper cutting art.
 
Suitable for

This class is great for a team building activity or bachelorette party.

Location

Your teacher can travel within 10 miles of Queens, to a venue of your choice

Chinese Paper Cutting Workshop location
Your teacher

Ling Dance
Ling Dance

female Women-owned

Ling Tang is a New York City-based teaching artist who offers Chinese dance and cultural workshops. She is a 2021 New York Foundation for the Arts Fellow in Folk/Traditional Arts, and holds an M.A. in arts administration from Columbia University. Ling inherited the paper-cutting tradition from her mother, who has been awarded the title of “Chinese Folk Artist” by the UNESCO. She has appeared at various cultural events at Museum of Arts and Design, Whitney Museum, United Nations, Chinatown Arts Festival, etc.
2025-01-03 15:00:00
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