What You Will Experience
Step into the dramatic world of Beijing Opera (Jingju) without saying a word. The "Lianpu" (painted face) is one of the most iconic visuals in Chinese culture, a high-contrast code where every colour and line reveals a character's soul.
In this immersive creative session, you will decode this visual language. You will learn why a red face sings of loyalty and a white face whispers treachery, before picking up a brush to design and paint your own wearable mask or wall-art piece.
Duration
2 hours
Art Technique
Colours, Symbols & Storytelling
Level
Beginner
Focus
Includes
8 Servings
Pricing
What You Will Do
Decode the Palette
Learn the fascinating "Color Code" of the Opera. Discover how Red represents loyalty (Guan Yu), Black denotes integrity (Bao Zheng), and Gold represents the divine.
Design Your Persona
Choose a traditional archetype or create a "fusion" character that represents your own personality traits.
Paint & Detail
Using acrylic paints and fine liners, you will apply bold blocks of colour and intricate decorative patterns to a blank 3D mask.
Workshop Activities
Choose Your Mask Style We provide high-quality blank plaster/pulp masks. You can choose your direction:
The "Traditional Master" Path: Recreate a classic historical figure. We provide templates for iconic heroes and villains, guiding you through the strict symmetry and patterns used on stage.
The "Monkey King" Path: A favourite for the playful at heart. Paint the famous Sun Wukong design—dynamic, mischievous, and full of vibrant yellows and reds.
The "Modern Aesthetic" Path: Use traditional opera elements (clouds, waves, fire motifs) to create an abstract, asymmetrical design that serves as a stunning piece of modern wall art.