Swiss Papercutting Design Workshop with Nick Tsao
Create your bespoke papercutting Design
Did you know that the art of Swiss papercutting shares many similarities with the traditional Chinese papercutting tradition? In this unique and hands-on papercutting design workshop, you can combine both of these traditions and explore the fascinating similarities between Swiss and Chinese papercutting art.
The workshop will be led by Nick Tsao, who formerly worked as an architect for the Basel-based firm Herzog & de Meuron. Nick received his architecture training from the University of Cambridge and the Chinese University of Hong Kong. He is also the founder of Papertecture, a Hong Kong-based Papercutting Studio.
Nick will guide you in drawing and creating your own one-of-a-kind papercutting design, which will then be digitally enhanced and produced especially for you. Surprise your family and friends with your bespoke papercutting design. It's a perfect gift for yourself or your loved ones.
The workshop will be held in Nick Tsao's home at the Blue House in Wan Chai, which also serves as a design studio for his papercutting art. The historic Blue House in Wan Chai has been recognized with the UNESCO Award of Excellence. This is a great opportunity to witness heritage and creativity in one place. Swiss drinks and snacks will be served during the workshop. We look forward to seeing you!
The workshop is limited to 10 participants. Children aged 12 and older, accompanied by a parent, are welcome to join. Please ensure that your child is interested in the topic, as the workshop will last for 120 minutes.
Programme:
We offer two sessions — afternoon and evening — and you can choose the session that fits better with your schedule.
Assembly
We will meet at the Courtyard behind the Blue House, 72 Stone Nullah Lane, Wan Chai. Once the group is together, we will go up to Nick Tsao’s studio.
Start of the Workshop
Nick Tsao will introduce you to the art of Swiss and Chinese papercutting. Shortly after, you will begin to unleash your creativity and draw your own unique papercutting design. During the workshop, we will enjoy some Swiss drinks and snacks.
End of the Workshop
We will conclude the papercutting workshop. Nick will digitize and produce your unique design the following day, and your custom piece of papercutting art will be sent to your home. You can then frame it and enjoy it yourself, or surprise one of your family members or friends with a truly unique gift.
Event Details
Date:
Wednesday, 20 November 2024
Two Sessions are available - Choose one:
15.00-17.15 PM (Afternoon)
19.00-21.15 PM (Evening)
Meeting Point:
Courtyard behind the Blue House
72 Stone Nullah Lane, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Cost:
HKD 550.- | Member
HKD 650.- | Non-Member
Registration:
Through the SAHK website | Deadline – 17 November 2024
Disclaimer: With my registration I confirm that all participants I register have sufficient insurance coverage for the participation in this event. I understand and acknowledge that all participants I register assume all risks and hazard incidental for any injury or loss and all participants I register assume full responsibility and liability. All participants I register hereby acknowledge and waive, absolve, indemnify, and agree to hold no liability and responsibility against the Swiss Association of Hong Kong, its organisers, sponsors, supervisors, board members, committee members and other participants from any liability and responsibility. By registering for this program, you agree to and understand that you may be photographed, recorded/videotaped and/or interviewed during the program, for purposes relating to this program, promotional purposes, and/or for other work of The Swiss Association of Hong Kong (SAHK), including for archival purposes. No alcohol will be served to minors, and all venue and government regulations shall be followed at your own responsibility. Refunds will only be issued if cancellation is made more than 5 days before the Event.
