Get Cultured: A Handful of Talks, Courses & Shows for This Weekend

Vincent R. Vinci, Contributing Editor | Jul 13, 2022 10:07 am | Add a comment | 122 reads

Red Gate’s Final Weekend, Jul 16-17

The final edition of Red Gate Gallery’s closing exhibition series is ending this weekend, thus marking this legendary gallery’s final weekend in Beijing. This concluding edition of the series features works by artists that have been with the gallery since its inception in the 1990s. To learn more about Red Gate, check out our recent interview with owner Brian Wallace.

Red Gate Gallery 红门画廊
2 Jiuxianqiao Road, 798 Arts District, Chaoyang District
潮阳区798艺术区酒仙桥路2号

Online Talk: The Essentials of Chinese Painting, Jul 17

This talk, hosted by Cultural Keys, focuses on the ins and outs of Chinese ink wash painting, from the history to the techniques and tools used, to a look at the works of some of the most famous painters from China’s long history. The meeting will take place online via Zoom with prepayment accepted on PayPal, WeChat, or Alipay. Cost of attendance is RMB 50 for Cultural Keys members and RMB 80 for non-members. Scan the QR codes in the poster to sign up.

Beijing Experience’s Hutong Bike Tours Are Back

Beijing Experience is proud to announce the return of their hutong bike tours. Explore the culture, history, and hidden gems of Beijing’s hutongs all while taking pictures along the way to remember your trip. Prices start at RMB 299 per person with a max of four people per tour. Kids can attend free of charge. Scan the QR code above for more info and booking.

Our Beijing x The Hutong Mahjong & Jianbing Classes, Jul 17

Our Beijing is joining forces with The Hutong to host a double whammy this weekend with two back to back courses. The first focuses on the classic – and somewhat confusing – game of mahjong, while the second looks at how to make yourself a tasty jianbing – you can read more on that here. Scan the QR codes in the poster for more info and signup.