Synopses & Reviews
Chinese ink painting is an offshoot of calligraphy and is a beautiful and reflective art that's been revered in China for centuries. A wonderfully creative tool, this book is an excellent way for newcomers to experience this ancient art form.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Traditional black-and-white Chinese ink painting elements, along with the tradition's essentialsand#8212;such as the quality and variety of the tools and accessories used in its practice are all covered. andlt;iandgt;The Art of Chinese Brush Paintingandlt;/iandgt; encourages readers to be mindful of the principles of composition and perspective, and introduces specific techniques for several different elements, including Chinese Zodiac animals and landscapes.
Synopsis
Chinese ink painting is an offshoot of calligraphy and is a beautiful and reflective art that's been revered in China for centuries.
The Art of Chinese Brush Painting is an excellent way for newcomers to experience this ancient Chinese art form.
The Chinese painting book introduces the art of painting with ink on rice paper using traditional Chinese techniques developed over a thousand years ago. In 35 simple and intermediate lessons, readers will learn to paint towering landscapes; the elegant Four Generals: bamboo, orchid, plum blossom and chrysanthemum; rugged, steadfast pine; animals from the Chinese Zodiac; and basic strokes used in Chinese calligraphy.
To better understand "the soft martial art," the book includes an introduction to the Chinese ink painting tradition and detailed discussion of brushes, paper and other tools and accessories. The lessons are instructive for artists at any level of expertise but are directed to the dedicated beginner.
Synopsis
Chinese ink painting is an offshoot of calligraphy and is a beautiful and reflective art that's been revered in China for centuries. A wonderfully creative tool, this book is an excellent way for newcomers to experience this ancient art form.
Traditional black-and-white Chinese ink painting elements, along with the tradition's essentialssuch as the quality and variety of the tools and accessories used in its practice are all covered. The Art of Chinese Brush Painting encourages readers to be mindful of the principles of composition and perspective, and introduces specific techniques for several different elements, including Chinese Zodiac animals and landscapes.
Synopsis
Expert instructions for serious students of the "soft martial arts"
Synopsis
Chinese ink painting is an offshoot of calligraphy and is a beautiful and reflective art that's been revered in China for centuries. A wonderfully creative tool, this book is an excellent way for newcomers to experience this ancient art form.
Traditional black-and-white Chinese ink painting elements, along with the tradition's essentials—such as the quality and variety of the tools and accessories used in its practice are all covered. The Art of Chinese Brush Painting encourages readers to be mindful of the principles of composition and perspective, and introduces specific techniques for several different elements, including Chinese Zodiac animals and landscapes.
About the Author
andlt;bandgt;Caroline Selfandlt;/bandgt; has studied Asian brush painting for over thirty years with teachers in Southern California, Japan, China and Taiwan.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;bandgt;Susan Selfandlt;/bandgt; has a Ph.D. in comparative literature from UC San Diego, where she taught in writing programs.