A Beginner S Guide To Chinese Brush Painting

Author : Caroline Self,Susan Self
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2021-10-12
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781462921744

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A Beginner's Guide to Chinese Brush Painting by Caroline Self,Susan Self Pdf

A Beginner's Guide to Chinese Brush Painting teaches this ancient art form in an easy-to-understand way--no prior experience necessary! As one of the oldest continuous artistic traditions in the world, Chinese brush painting has been used for thousands of years to create images that harness the imagination, and capture the inner spirit of a subject--be it an animal, landscape or tree. All you need for this simple, but beautiful, art form is black watercolor paint, white paper, a brush and some creativity! An introduction tells you about the history of brush painting, and also gives tips for holding your brush, achieving different shades and collecting your materials. After that, the book takes you step-by-step through more than 35 hands-on activities--including basic strokes, putting them together to create an object or scene, the importance of leaving open space and even writing some Chinese calligraphy. With the help of this book, artists of all ages can learn to paint: Bamboo stalks, branches and leaf clusters A knotted pine tree and its delicate needles A snail with a spiral shell and little body peeking out from underneath A waterfall gliding down the side of a mountain And much more! You'll find that this activity will help you learn to center your mind and thoughts, and your masterpieces will be inspiring decorations or great gifts for friends and family. Get started learning this "soft martial art!"

Author : Pauline Cherrett
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Art
ISBN : 0806955090

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Chinese Brush Painting by Pauline Cherrett Pdf

“You’ll want to keep this book close to your painting table....Guides you from the beginning with information on the materials you need and the basic steps involved.”—Decorative Artist’s Workbook. “With the right instructions and a little time you can get very good results, and that’s what this book provides—step-by-step, manageable little steps to the goal.”—The Crafter’s Bookshelf.

Author : Mei Ruo
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 439 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2020-01-14
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781602200456

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Chinese Brush Painting by Mei Ruo Pdf

Try your hands at these historically and culturally important methods, and create some beautiful paintings of your own. Chinese painting is an ancient art that has evolved and become refined over many centuries. Artists brush ink and color pigments onto silk or paper using a variety of techniques, with two main approaches: gongbi a traditional and realistic style based on line drawing, and xieyi style, a freehand method that uses fewer strokes to suggest objects in a less literal way. Painting themes generally fall into three categories: figure, landscaping, and bird-and-flower. Chinese brush painting is mainly presented in lines, shades and white space to express the feelings about nature, social phenomena, and the very essence of the universe. The framework for this expression is often traditional: certain subjects carry cultural connotations that are well-known and imbue the painting with a layer of meaning beyond face value of objects shown. The traditional subjects such as mandarin ducks, butterflies, and the 'Four Gentlemen' (plum blossoms, orchids, bamboos, and chrysanthemum) are examples that contain this rich cultural meaning. Readers will learn first about the tools and materials, then painting techniques. Early pages explore the very basic painting methods and subjects—perfect for beginning painters—but continue to build skills for painting plants and animals of increasing complexity. Chinese Brush Painting illustrates several Chinese brush painting techniques with the use of different tools, brushwork and color mixing. With the step-by-step projects, you can first follow the introductory lessons to learn the necessary skills of brushwork, usage of paper, and characteristics of water, ink and colors; then follow the advanced lessons to learn the compositions and more complicated color applications.

Author : Ning Yeh
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2022-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0961830581

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Chinese Brush Painting by Ning Yeh Pdf

A second addition, also known as Ning Yeh's "Gold Edition" updates his original guide of step-by-step instructions for Chinese Brush Painting.

Author : Pauline Cherrett
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2002-01-01
Category : Ink painting, Chinese
ISBN : 1856056295

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Chinese Brush Painting by Pauline Cherrett Pdf

Author : Jane Evans
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2012-08-02
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780486136837

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Chinese Brush Painting by Jane Evans Pdf

"How-to" manual provides all levels of students with detailed methods for painting such simple subjects as bamboo and plum blossoms as well as more ambitious motifs. 150 illustrations, including 82 in full color.

Author : Kwan Jung
Publisher : Northlight
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Ink painting
ISBN : 1581802072

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Chinese Brush Painting Step by Step by Kwan Jung Pdf

Shows painters how to achieve the fluid, spontaneous style of Sumi-E, or Chinese brush painting, through 12 beautiful and inspiring projects.

Author : Qu Lei Lei
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2008-05-06
Category : Art
ISBN : 1402753918

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The Simple Art of Chinese Brush Painting by Qu Lei Lei Pdf

Paint beautiful works of art using the special brush-and-ink techniques cultivated for centuries by Chinese artists--techniques that allowed them to represent the structure and spirit of any subject. Every image here provides inspiration, while background information enlightens you on how the style developed, and practical guidance helps beginners select brushes, paper, ink, and other supplies. Master the skills of both the Literati (freehand) and Meticulous (more formal) styles, and see how to create each of the classic and meaningful Four Gentlemen--the blossom, orchid, bamboo, and chrysanthemum--as well as a range of elegant birds. More than 15 exquisite projects include a flower-and-bird parchment fan, bamboo greeting cards, and lantern with a nightingale in peach blossom.

Author : Sungsook Hong Setton
Publisher : Rockport Publishers
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2017-06-01
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781631594168

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The Spirit of the Brush by Sungsook Hong Setton Pdf

Sungsook Setton learned ink painting techniques from Chinese and Korean masters in her native South Korea; now she brings them to you in The Spirit of the Brush. Chinese ink painting is one of the oldest continually practiced art forms in the world. First appearing in China in the fifth century, it soon traveled to Korea, and then to Japan. As old and deeply rooted in East Asian aesthetics and meditation as it is, ink painting is credited with influencing the development of modern Western art. Its minimalist approach to painting continues to have enormous appeal. Author, artist, and teacher, Sungsook Setton is now bringing her years of experience to you with The Spirit of the Brush. You will learn traditional disciplines for holding and using the brush, as well as how to turn these techniques into inner meditation which will help your own world; city views, music, and the essence of contemporary life.

Author : Jane Dwight
Publisher : Chartwell Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2011-07-31
Category : Art
ISBN : 0785828664

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The Chinese Brush Painting Bible by Jane Dwight Pdf

Chinese brush painting uses minimal strokes to describe the essence of a subject and capture its rhythm and grace. This beautiful book contains 200 exquisite motifs to re-create, from flowers and fruits to wildlife and scenery. This book starts with a brief history of Chinese painting styles, followed by a chapter on materials, tools, and basic techniques. The heart of the book is a directory of 200 motifs, starting with the "Four Gentlemen"â?¬â? the bamboo, orchid, plum, blossom and crysanthemum. Chinese painting courses usually begin with the Four Gentlemen because the wide range of strokes required to paint each of them provides a catalog of strokes that can then be used to paint any other subject.The Chinese Brush Painting Bible is especially designed for artists of all levels, beginner to advanced, who are looking to hone their skills in a specific style of artwork. The books are 6.5in x 8in, hardcover with an internal spiral binding so they lay open flat as readers follow the steps on their own canvas. This book is beautifully illustrated and contains hundreds of colorful pieces of artwork, photographs, and helpful diagrams. Step-by-step instructions help guide artists through the learning process.

Author : Mei Ruo
Publisher : Shanghai Press
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2010-09-10
Category : Art
ISBN : 1602201099

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Plum, Orchid, Bamboo and Chrysanthemum by Mei Ruo Pdf

Anyone interested in traditional Chinese painting will find these four volumes useful for self-study. Each of the four volumes teach amateur brush painters to execute the intricacies of Chinese brush painting. Beginning with the separate parts and then progressing to the composition, these volumes feature exquisite illustrations that will enable the learner to pick up the basics as if in a classroom setting.

Author : Stephen Cassettari
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Birds in art
ISBN : 0289800781

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Chinese Brush Painting Techniques by Stephen Cassettari Pdf

Author : Caroline Self,Susan Self
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2022-03-01
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781462922826

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A Complete Guide to Chinese Brush Painting by Caroline Self,Susan Self Pdf

Paint the classic subjects that inspired ancient Chinese masters. This book introduces the venerable art of painting with ink on rice paper using traditional techniques developed over a thousand years ago. It is ideal for a beginner hoping to practice a large variety of techniques and subjects. With this practical guide, you will learn to paint: Towering landscapes The elegant Four Gentlemen Plants like bamboo, orchids, plum blossoms, and chrysanthemums Five animals from the Chinese Zodiac The basic strokes used in calligraphy And more! Known as a "soft martial art," brush painting is as meditative as it is artistic. As you move through the lessons and exercises, you'll gain insight into and appreciation for the symbolism, historical context, techniques, and mindfulness associated with this ancient art form.

Author : Cheng Yan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2004-07
Category : Ink painting
ISBN : 1903975190

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Traditional and Contemporary Chinese Brush Painting by Cheng Yan Pdf

This fascinating easy-to-follow guide captures all the freshness, beauty and spontaneity of Chinese brush painting. Using step-by-step photographs and his own evocative pictures, the author explains all the techniques, bringing to life animals, birds, fish and insects, creating atmosphere in landscapes and transforming flowers and plants into wonderful works of art--Cover.

Author : Lucy Wang
Publisher : Walter Foster Library
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Ink painting, Chinese
ISBN : 1936309300

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The Art of Chinese Brush Painting by Lucy Wang Pdf

A guide to Chinese brush painting that provides information about materials and offers seventeen step-by-step lessons on techniques and rendering a variety of subjects.