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Brief Introduction
The China Academy of Art is a premiere fine arts institute of higher learning. In 1928, the predecessor of the present China Academy of Art, the National Academy of Art, was founded as the first comprehensive art academy in China by Mr. Cai Yuanpei, a renowned Chinese educator. The Academy is located in Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province in the vicinity of Shanghai. The Academy is situated on the banks of the famous West Lake and is a perfect location for artistic learning and enrichment. Since its founding, the name and location of the Academy have been changed several times. A large number of talented artists celebrated both at home and abroad have worked or studied at the Academy, among whom were Zhao Wuji, Wu Guanzhong, Li Keran and Zhu Dequn. Since its founding, the name and location of the Academy have been changed several times. A large number of talented artists celebrated both at home and abroad have worked or studied at the Academy, among whom were Zhao Wuji, Wu Guanzhong, Li Keran and Zhu Dequn. The Academy is touted as the academy with the most comprehensive curriculum and degree programs in the country and a true “cradle” for promising artists.
The China Academy of Art is the first tier of institutions to accept students who are recipients of Chinese government scholarship and Zhejiang provincial government scholarship. The Academy also awards matching stipends for the Zhejiang provincial scholarship recipients.
History
In 1928, the National Academy of Art (?????) was founded as the first comprehensive art academy in China on the bank of the West Lake in Hangzhou by the eminent educator Cai Yuanpei with Mr. Lin Fengmian. It takes integrating eastern and western arts, creating arts of the time and developing Chinese culture as its tenets. Over the decades, the location of the Academy has been changed ten times and its name changed six times, as follows:
1928 - National Academy of Art.
1929 - Hangzhou National College of Art.
1938 - National College of Art.
1950 - East-China Campus of Central Academy of Fine Arts.
1958 - Zhejiang Academy of Fine Arts.
1993 - China Academy of Art.
International College of the China Academy of Art:
The International College of China Academy of Art is a subsidiary of the China Academy of Art in charge of academic programs for overseas non-resident students and international artistic exchanges. It has three teaching units, which offer quality courses in Chinese painting, Chinese calligraphy, Chinese culture and language. It also provides international students with courses in oil painting, print-making, inter-media art, sculpture, art history, design art and architecture art. Its principal objective is to promote the Chinese cultures to the world, encourage international artistic exchanges and enhance friendship with the world. The School began to enroll overseas students in 1980. Nearly 3000 international students have studied in the School. It currently enrolls about 400 short-term and long-term overseas students.
The School also runs various short-term training courses in Chinese culture and art, where overseas students can enjoy the essence of oriental culture through studying both Chinese calligraphy and painting, and going on excursions. We offer individualized service to students from different countries, cultures and walks of life.
Campuses
1.Nanshan Campus, 218 Nanshan Road, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou
2.Zhangjiang Campus, in Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park, Pudong New District, Shanghai
3.Xiangshan Central Campus, in Zhuantang Sub-district, Xihu (West Lake) District, Hangzhou. Its south part was moved to current location in 2007 from Xihuan Road, Binjiang District
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Duration：6-8 Hours
Attractions(Cities)：West Lake Boat Cruise, Viewing Fish at the Flower Pond, Guo Garden, Meijiawu Tea Plantation, Bamboo-lined Path at Yunqi, Hefang Street
Tour Style：See the softer side of Hangzhou on a full day built around its gardens, lake and tea villages. Your own guide and driver take you and your party by private air-conditioned car, starting with a quiet boat ride across West Lake, then a wander through the ponds of Flower Pond Park and the tucked-away pavilions of Guo’s Garden. Lunch is at a farmhouse table in the Longjing tea village of Meijiawu, with time among the terraces and the shaded Bamboo-lined Path at Yunqi, and the day closes at the old shopfronts of Hefang Street. Pickup is at your Hangzhou hotel, the pace is yours, and there is no forced shopping — just a private guide who knows where the crowds are, and where they are not.
Duration：6-8 Hours
Attractions(Cities)：West Lake Boat Cruise, Viewing Fish at the Flower Pond, China National Tea Museum, Meijiawu Tea Plantation, Longjing Imperial Tea Garden
Tour Style：Hangzhou is China’s tea capital, and this private day tour is built around the Longjing (Dragon Well) that made it famous. You start with a quiet boat across West Lake and the koi ponds at Flower Pond, then get into tea in earnest: the China National Tea Museum near Longjing village, a farmhouse lunch in the tea hills, and time walking the working terraces at Meijiawu. The day closes at the Imperial Tea Garden and its legendary eighteen bushes. Your own guide and driver take you around in a private air-conditioned car from your Hangzhou hotel, the pace is yours, and there is no forced shopping — just honest help tasting, judging grade and season, and buying only what you actually like.
Duration：5 Days, 4 Nights
Attractions(Cities)：Hangzhou, Suzhou
Tour Style：Five unhurried days across what the Chinese call heaven on earth - Hangzhou, the canal town of Wuzhen and the garden city of Suzhou - in one private trip. You move between the three by car and high-speed rail, with tickets and transfers arranged for you, so the logistics stay invisible and each place gets the time it deserves: lakes and tea villages in Hangzhou, water-town museums and crafts in Wuzhen, classical gardens and old streets in Suzhou. Every day is led by a local guide and a private driver who flex the pace to how your group feels.
Duration：6-8 Hours
Attractions(Cities)：West Lake Boat Cruise, Viewing Fish at the Flower Pond, Lingyin Temple, Anmanfayun Village, Meijiawu Tea Plantation, Southern Song Imperial Street
Tour Style：A private, full-day look at Hangzhou's must-see sights, with no bus crowds and no fixed schedule. Your English-speaking local guide meets you at your hotel, and you travel in a private air-conditioned car with your own driver, so your bags stay in the car and you can stop whenever you like. Over 6-8 hours you cruise West Lake by boat, watch the carp at Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor Park, wander the incense halls of Lingyin Temple, drink fresh Longjing tea with farmers at Meijiawu Tea Village, and finish on the old Southern Song Imperial Street. Your guide prebooks entry tickets and manages the timing so you walk past the lines, and your driver handles every transfer between stops, so you just enjoy the day.
Duration：10+ Hours
Attractions(Cities)：West Lake Boat Cruise, Guo Garden, Meijiawu Tea Plantation, Bamboo-lined Path at Yunqi, Hefang Street, Impression West Lake Show
Tour Style：A private day in Hangzhou that ends with its most famous spectacle. Your guide meets you at your hotel in central Hangzhou and takes your party around in your own car — a boat across West Lake, the tucked-away Guo’s Garden, a Longjing tasting at Meijiawu, a lunch of Hangzhou’s signature fish soup and cat-ear noodles, the bamboo path at Yunqi and the old lanes of Hefang Street — and after dark the Impression West Lake show, Enduring Memories of Hangzhou, staged on the lake itself. Coming from Shanghai? The high-speed train is about an hour and we can add first-class seats. As an official ticket agent we secure your show seats, and there is no forced shopping.
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I am looking for short term art courses
Replied:07 July 2025
Hi there! Thank you so much for your interest — we’re excited to hear you’re looking for short-term art courses, and we’d be delighted to help you plan an inspiring and immersive art experience here in China!
As one of the most prestigious art institutions in the country, China Academy of Art (CAA) offers a wide range of short-term, non-degree programs designed specifically for international learners who want to explore Chinese art and culture in depth.
Here are some highlights of their offerings:
Chinese Painting & Calligraphy Workshops: These 2 to 8-week courses focus on traditional techniques such as landscape painting, ink brushwork, and seal carving. Classes are taught in English or bilingual formats, in small groups, and cover everything from brush and pigment usage to creative composition. They’re great for all levels, whether you’re just starting out or already have some experience.
Chinese Language & Culture Workshops: For those looking to deepen their cultural understanding, CAA offers comprehensive language training programs (typically several weeks to a semester long), paired with modules on Chinese history, geography, and traditional culture. You’ll receive an official certificate upon completion, and these classes usually open with a minimum of 6 participants.
Eastern Studies Programs: Ideal for small groups or institutions, these immersive workshops combine hands-on art courses with cultural lectures and field visits. There are two tracks—customizable cultural experiences for 10 or more people, and specialized courses for groups of 8 and up focused on painting, calligraphy, and art appreciation.
Short-Term Cultural Tours & Creative Practice: These 5-day themed programs blend studio practice, gallery visits, and academic talks. You’ll also get the chance to explore local cultural sites around Hangzhou, such as tea museums or classical academies.
Non-Degree Professional Courses: For those with an art background, CAA’s departments—like Chinese Painting, Oil Painting, Sculpture, Design, Architecture, and Animation—open certain short-term programs during summer or special sessions. These are great for focused artistic development.
All classes take place at CAA’s beautiful Xiangshan campus in Hangzhou, a city known for its tranquil natural scenery and rich cultural history. Courses are mostly conducted in English or with bilingual support, and you’ll receive an official certificate at the end of the program. Some scholarships may be available, including government or Zhejiang Provincial grants.
As for costs:
Language programs are about RMB 10,000 per semester
Art courses start from around RMB 4,000 per week or RMB 9,600 per month, depending on the length and content
To move forward, just let us know your preferred course type, travel dates, and number of participants, and we’ll send detailed options and enrollment assistance to your email.
Looking forward to helping you create a truly memorable learning journey through Chinese art and culture!
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