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A Complete Guide to Chinese Brush Painting by Caroline Self

A Complete Guide to Chinese Brush Painting

Ink, Paper, Inspiration - Expert Step-by-step Lessons for Beginners

Caroline Self, Susan Self

Tuttle Publishing · Print & ebook · March 1, 2022

Paint the classic subjects that inspired ancient Chinese masters.

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Who it’s for
Explore traditional Chinese brush painting through lessons in subjects, techniques, symbolism, and historical context.
Themes
Chinese brush painting, Mindfulness through art, Symbolism and history
Pacing
Reflective

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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.

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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.

Ink on Rice Paper

Explore traditional Chinese brush painting through lessons in subjects, techniques, symbolism, and historical context.

Come here for

  • Painting landscapes, the Four Gentlemen, plants, and Chinese Zodiac animals
  • Practicing calligraphy’s basic strokes with ink on rice paper

Expect

  • Traditional techniques and lessons with exercises
  • Mindfulness alongside painting and calligraphy practice

Where it sits

Chinese Art87%
Animals & Plants in Art32%
Calligraphy26%

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Publisher categories

  • Calligraphy
  • Chinese Art
  • Painting Techniques
Authors
Caroline Self, Susan Self
Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
Published
March 1, 2022
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Chinese brush painting · Mindfulness through art · Symbolism and history
Reading lane
Calligraphy