2024 School Magazine

Calligraphy Club Calligraphy is a soothing art form that enhances both concentration and patience and emphasises attention to detail. It is a mindful activity that allows

As a profound part of Japanese traditions and culture for over 300 years, Japanese Calligraphy—otherwise known as Shodo —has long been a form of artistic handwriting. Possessing a long, rich history, expressed through different forms and styles, Calligraphy is a highly regarded art form, skill and aesthetic. Since it was founded in 2000, the BGGS Calligraphy Club students have created numerous beautiful artworks, showcasing the School’s artistic side.

Brisbane Cultural Festival, and achieved great results in the Taiwan Cultural Festival Lantern Painting Competition and the International Sumi-e Competition Under 23 Division, held in Tokyo. Calligraphy Club extends a warm welcome to anyone at any time. Beginners are very welcome!

us to express our emotions in each stroke of ink, building resilience, while working towards a final art piece. This year, students studied under Eighth and Ninth-Dan calligraphers to create ink paintings ( Sumi-e ), and expressively write Japanese Kanji characters in different styles. In addition, students exhibited their work at the Matsuri

Yolanda Huang (10O) and Charmaine Wong (10H) Calligraphy Leaders 2024

Chess and Games Club

The Chess and Games Club aims to unite students over a shared passion for one activity— games. Whether it be a simple card game, a long and elaborate bout of chess, or an ongoing campaign of Dungeons and Dragons (DnD) , the Chess and Games Club allows students to indulge their passion for games every Thursday lunchtime.

My time at the Chess and Games Club is often spent sharing my love of DnD with others; helping new players construct their characters, and starting my own campaign entitled The Reinvention of the Owlbear Inn and Eatery . The Chess and Games Club has always been a way for me to teach and learn about my hobby with other like minded individuals, which is what drew me to the Club in 2023. Since then, with the help of our coordinators, Ms Emily Frazer and Mr Steven Van der Ros, attendance has been booming, with attendees eager to play games and learn together. It was so exciting to run an Open Day stall for the Club with some friends, and I can’t wait to see how the Club grows and develops more in 2025. Remy Kalinin (10H)

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