Our Purpose

We aim to:

• Create an accessible artistic sanctuary that welcomes Chinese immigrants regardless of financial circumstance
• Foster cultural preservation and expression through various art forms
• Build meaningful connections among community members facing different challenges
• Support holistic development through creative outlets that address emotional, social, and spiritual needs
• Complement the broader mission of Chinese Christian Herald Crusades in serving New York’s Chinese immigrant population

Through art classes, exhibitions, cultural events, and community gatherings, CCHC Art Paradise stands as a beacon of hope and opportunity for those navigating the complexities of immigrant life in New York City.

Creating Community Through Creativity

At CCHC Art Paradise, we believe that artistic expression serves as a powerful bridge connecting new Chinese immigrants to both their heritage and their new home in Metropolitan New York. Our diverse array of classes are thoughtfully designed to provide affordable, accessible creative outlets that nurture both artistic skills and community bonds.

Embracing Cultural Heritage While Building New Connections

Our Art & Craft Classes celebrate the rich cultural traditions many immigrants bring with them while providing a welcoming space to develop new skills. Whether you’re drawn to the precise discipline of pencil sketching, the expressive freedom of color painting, the cultural significance of traditional Chinese painting, or the tactile satisfaction of handcrafting unique pieces, our Friday afternoon sessions offer something for everyone. With affordable group rates of $85/hr for intimate 2-person sessions or just $60/hr for 4-6 person groups, we ensure that financial constraints don’t prevent participation.

The Happy Baking Hours program extends our commitment to holistic community support. Each Saturday afternoon, participants gather to learn the art of creating delicious yet health-conscious desserts. Our emphasis on low-sugar, low-fat, and additive-free ingredients reflects our concern for the physical wellbeing of immigrant families who may be navigating new dietary landscapes. The eight-session course builds both culinary skills and community connections, with affordable pricing options including $40 per person for group sessions (6-8 people) or $65 for personalized one-on-one instruction.

Expanding Horizons: New Course Offerings

Chinese Calligraphy Classes will soon provide a meaningful connection to cultural heritage through the ancient art of brush writing. For many immigrants, these classes represent an opportunity to maintain or rediscover an important aspect of Chinese cultural identity while creating beautiful works that can be proudly displayed in their new homes.

Music Lessons will offer another dimension of creative expression, allowing participants to find their voice in a new country. From traditional Chinese instruments to Western musical styles, these lessons provide not only artistic skills but also confidence-building opportunities that transfer to many aspects of immigrant life.

AI Design Classes represent our commitment to helping community members develop marketable skills in their new home. By learning cutting-edge digital design techniques enhanced by artificial intelligence, participants gain valuable competencies that can lead to employment opportunities while expressing themselves creatively.

More Than Art Classes: A Community Mission

Every course at CCHC Art Paradise fulfills multiple dimensions of our mission to serve low-income, underprivileged Chinese immigrant families. Beyond teaching artistic skills, our classes provide:

• An affordable social outlet where immigrants can form friendships and support networks
• A comfortable, familiar environment where Chinese language and cultural references are understood
• Opportunities to practice English in a low-pressure setting
• Creative channels for processing the complex emotions that often accompany immigration
• Practical skills that can lead to supplemental income opportunities
• Intergenerational activities that strengthen family bonds during the transition to a new culture

Located at our convenient Flushing center, all CCHC Art Paradise programs embody our commitment to nurturing the whole person—mind, body, spirit, and community connections—as new immigrants build meaningful lives in Metropolitan New York.