About Us
Founded in 2019, Melbourne Ink Fragrance Pavilion Calligraphy Studio is located in Chadstone, in Melbourne’s southeastern suburbs. The studio is dedicated to the promotion and preservation of traditional Chinese arts, with a focus on calligraphy, Chinese painting, and the erhu. Our mission is to introduce the beauty and depth of Eastern calligraphic art to Australia, providing students with authentic, structured, and professional training while preserving this treasured cultural heritage.
The studio is led by Jenny Deng (邓怡君), an experienced calligrapher and educator trained under renowned Chinese calligraphy masters. With extensive experience in both artistic creation and teaching, Jenny personally conducts classes to ensure the highest standard of instruction. The studio offers an elegant and inspiring learning environment, fully equipped with professional calligraphy materials, and regularly hosts exhibitions, artist gatherings, and cultural events to encourage artistic exchange and foster a vibrant creative community.
In addition to studio-based courses, we provide Chinese calligraphy and cultural workshops for schools, corporations, and community organizations, allowing a broader audience to experience the richness of traditional Chinese culture. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner, Moxiang Pavilion warmly welcomes you to explore the timeless beauty and artistic depth of Chinese calligraphy.
Jenny Deng
Jenny Deng is a young calligrapher and educator with the following qualifications and honors:
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Member of the Australian Calligraphers Association
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Member of the China Hard Pen Calligraphy Association
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Academician of the Shanghai Contemporary Hard Pen Calligraphy Academy
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Council Member of the Shanghai Chinese Calligraphy and Painting Association
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Certified Senior Instructor for Advanced Calligraphy Grading (Shanghai)
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First Prize Winner of the National “Civilization Cup” Calligraphy and Painting Competition
藝術追求 | ARTISTIC JOURNEY
Jenny began studying calligraphy at the age of five under the guidance of renowned calligraphers 俞昌平 and 沈鴻根.
Grounded in the classical traditions of 顏真卿 and 柳公權, she has devoted herself to the study of the four major script styles—Regular (Kaishu), Cursive (Caoshu), Clerical (Lishu), and Seal (Zhuanshu). She further specialized in the running script of 沈伊默, as well as the refined art of miniature “fly-head” small regular script (Ying Tou Xiaokai).
With over thirty years of disciplined practice, Jenny has developed a distinctive artistic style characterized by elegance, fluidity, and a fresh, ethereal refinement.
教學經歷 | TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Jenny has been teaching calligraphy in Melbourne for the past five years, nurturing many outstanding students.
She is dedicated to sharing the richness of traditional Chinese culture overseas and enabling the art of calligraphy to flourish and shine beyond its country of origin.
學歷與證書 | QUALIFICATIONS
Education
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Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Shanghai Normal University
Australian Certifications
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Working with Children Check (WWCC)
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Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
課程介紹 | OUR COURSES
少兒國畫 | Children’s Painting
Objectives
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Inspire children’s creativity and imagination while fostering an interest in visual arts.
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Learn foundational techniques of traditional Chinese painting to build strong artistic skills.
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Deepen understanding of Chinese culture through painting.
Curriculum
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Line & Brush Practice: Learn basic brush strokes with the Chinese brush (e.g., straight lines, curves), practicing control, pressure, and stability.
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Five Ink Techniques: Explore variations in ink—dark, light, scorched, layered, and broken ink—to develop shading, texture, and depth.
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Introduction to Freehand Painting (Xieyi): Create simple subjects such as bamboo, birds, and flowers, with emphasis on expressing mood and spirit.
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Fun Activities: Engage in creative projects such as festival greeting cards (e.g., Chinese New Year cards) and painting on fan surfaces, combining learning with enjoyment.
價格表 | Pricing
Course Type
Duration
Single Session Price
Full Term Price (10 Sessions)
One-on-One Private
45minutes
$75
$750
One-on-Two Small Group
60minutes
$55/人
$550/人
Small Class
(4–6 Students)
70minutes
$40/人
$400/人
成人國畫 | Adult Painting
Objectives
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Learn traditional Chinese painting techniques to enhance artistic skills and cultural refinement.
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Master painting techniques for various subjects, including flowers and birds, landscapes, and figure painting.
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Experience the beauty of nature through painting and create original artworks.
Curriculum
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Fundamental Techniques: Study ink application, brushwork, and color usage, with practice in shading and outlining.
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Advanced Subjects: Paint flowers and birds (e.g., plum blossoms, mandarin ducks), landscapes, and figures.
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Creation & Exhibition: Produce larger-scale works and participate in studio exhibitions.
價格表 | Pricing
Course Type
Duration
Single Session Price
Full Term Price (10 Sessions)
One-on-One Private
65minutes
$80
$800
One-on-Two Small Group
75minutes
$60/人
$600/人
Small Class
(4–6 Students)
90minutes
$45/人
$450/人
墨香閣書法工作室 offers a diverse range of courses in Chinese calligraphy, Chinese painting, and erhu, designed to suit students of different ages and skill levels. Below are the details of our programs:
