Chinese calligrapher and apprentice keep traditional calligraphy art alive


By AGENCY

Chinese New Year is a busy period for senior Chinese calligrapher Cheng Ho Chung, 83, because of the increased demand orders for auspicious festive couplets, bearing wishes for success, health and wealth.

But this year, Cheng has Azizah Mokhsan, 38, to help him fulfil the hundreds of orders.

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