YOUNGSTERS showed off their artistic talents as they got ready to celebrate Chinese New Year.

Around 20 children aged six and younger took part in an Oriental-themed craft workshop, at the National Maritime Museum, King William Walk, Greenwich.

The children were taught more about traditional Chinese crafts such as calligraphy, paper cutting and lantern making.

They also made their own colourful masks with the help of adult tutors.

The museum will host a number of events in the coming weeks to mark Chinese New Year, including a storytelling session.

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