April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11
Saturdays from 2PM to 4PM CST
$229 total for 5-session series
Only 8 spots available.
Supply list provided below 

(Supplies available for purchase through instructor for $75 or purchased on your own)

Explore the enjoyable and soothing world of Chinese painting through this engaging and captivating painting technique. Join our 5-class series where we delve into the fundamentals of traditional Chinese brush techniques and materials.

Under the guidance of Instructor Grace Lin, you'll witness the diverse range of Chinese painting techniques using bamboo brushes, ink, and vibrant colors on rice paper. Throughout these five projects, with a focus on the Four Gentlemen subjects (Plum, Orchid, Bamboo, Chrysanthemum), students will progress from mastering basic techniques to developing their own skills and gaining confidence in painting various subjects.

April 13 - Introduction to Materials and Tools for Chinese Painting Techniques

Providing essential tips for mastering brushwork.

Demonstrating the Plum Blooms technique, focusing on lines, values in ink, and colors.

April 20 - Flower Technique: Chinese Orchid

Practicing brushwork with long lines and simple structures to achieve rhythmic designs.

April 27 - Flower Technique: Bamboo

Exploring lines and values in ink control.

Step-by-step guidance on constructing bamboo and organizing compositions.

May 4 - Chrysanthemum

Emphasizing creating outline and bold lines using ink and watercolor for flower techniques.

May 11 - Fish/Koi

Progressing from basic techniques to free brushwork.

Developing color evaluation skills and experimenting with wet and dry brush strokes.

Supply List

Supply kit: $75 (chosen by instructor) includes:

1. Bamboo Brushes: (3 brushes) - Orchid bamboo brush (large), Flow brush (large), Fine Detail brush (small)

2. Single Xuan/Shuen papers (2 full sheets of handmade paper) - Size: 54½"x 27½" (can be cut into 6 sheets of 17"x13.5", or 8 sheets of 13.5"x13.5")

3. Bottle Ink (black permanent liquid ink)

4. Small plastic Ink stone (or a small plate)

5. Maries 'Chinese' Watercolor (a set of 12 colors)

6. Plastic Blossom Palette

7. Bamboo brush roller

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Items provided by Drawn Studio/Grace Lin:

- Water Container (Washing Bowl or a Cup)

- White Felt pad on table & paper towels

Class Policy:

Cancellation Policy: Drawn Studio reserves the right to cancel, combine, or reschedule classes to adjust for enrollment. If Drawn Studio cancels a class, you may transfer to another class or receive a full refund.

Refund Policy: Notice of withdrawal from a workshop must be made at least 14 days prior to the start of the class. No refunds will be given for withdrawals made after that time. No refunds or credits will be given for classes missed due to illness, personal conflict, or other reasons. There are no exceptions to this policy. Please email ryangreis@gmail.com if you wish to withdraw from a workshop.

Grace Lin - Instructor