A short 6 week course on Chinese Brush Painting
In this introductory course Mr Dan Zhang will lead us on a brief journey to understand and use some of the basic techniques of this beautiful painting method which is is one of the oldest continuous artistic traditions in the world.
Dan Zhang is an accomplished artist who initially studied fine art at university in Shanghai and also has a degree in art education from Melbourne University. He has taught extensively both overseas and in private schools in Melbourne.
In this short course you will learn about
the background and history of this genre
the aesthetic nature of the art form
the different materials used
basic mark making techniques and their applications
how to paint some traditional Chinese brush painting motifs
At the end of this short course you will understand and have had some opportunities to try out some Chinese Brush Painting techniques and incorporate them into your art practice.
When: Wednesday August 13th to Wednesday September 17th, 10am to 12noon.
Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre, 470 Station Street Box Hill.
Cost: $165 Members, $195 Non members.
Materials List
1 small bamboo brush $14
I large Bamboo brush $16
1 x 250ml bottle Chinese calligraphy ink $13
2 or 3 sheets untreated rice paper $2.50 per sheet
Watercolour paints any brand.
These supplies are available from Xinhua Bookstore, 543 Station Street Box Hill