Chinese Brush Painting for Adults - Taught by Grace Lin
Sat Jul 13, 2024 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Drawn Studio, 2523 S. Big Bend Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63143 (accessed from rear of building)
Description
July 13, 20, 27, August 3, 10
Saturdays from 1PM to 3PM 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)
Immerse yourself in the enjoyable and soothing world of Chinese painting with our engaging and captivating 5-class series. Join us to explore the unique materials and creative techniques of Chinese brush painting.
Under the expert guidance of Instructor Grace Lin, you will experience the diverse range of Chinese painting techniques using bamboo brushes, ink, and vibrant colors on rice paper.
Through five carefully designed projects, focusing on intriguing subjects such as birds, animals, pets, and flowers, students will advance from mastering fundamental techniques to developing their own artistic skills and confidence.
July 13 - Flower Technique: Peony
- Step-by-step instructions for loading the brush with various colors.
- Demonstration of brushstroke techniques to capture the beauty of peonies.
July 20 - Bird Painting
- Learn how to paint a bird from a photo.
- Demonstration of bird painting techniques, focusing on the structure of birds and brushstroke control.
July 27 - Eagle
- Step-by-step with Freehand Style: Contrasting with fine brushwork, this style uses more expressive and spontaneous strokes to capture the spirit and vitality of the subject.
August 3 - Pet Painting: Cat
- Explore special effects on rice paper with free brush strokes and ink control.
- Step-by-step guidance on creating the character and spirit of a cat.
August 10 - Wild Animal: /Cheetah
- Focus on Texture and Pattern. The texture of the cheetah's fur is rendered with meticulous brushstrokes, capturing the short, sleek fur and the characteristic spots.
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. Rice papers/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
Location
Drawn Studio, 2523 S. Big Bend Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63143 (accessed from rear of building)