Böcker av Caroline Self

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.With this practical guide, you will learn to paint:Towering landscapesThe elegant Four GentlemenPlants like bamboo, orchids, plum blossoms, and chrysanthemumsFive animals from the Chinese ZodiacThe basic strokes used in calligraphyAnd more! Known as a "e;soft martial art,"e; 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.

A Beginner's Guide to Chinese Brush Painting teaches this ancient art form in an easy-to-understand wayno prior experience necessary!As one of the oldest continuous artistic traditions in the world, Chinese brush painting has been used for thousands of years to create images that harness the imagination, and capture the inner spirit of a subjectbe it an animal, landscape or tree. All you need for this simple, but beautiful, art form is black watercolor paint, white paper, a brush and some creativity!An introduction tells you about the history of brush painting, and also gives tips for holding your brush, achieving different shades and collecting your materials. After that, the book takes you step-by-step through more than 35 hands-on activitiesincluding basic strokes, putting them together to create an object or scene, the importance of leaving open space and even writing some Chinese calligraphy.With the help of this book, artists of all ages can learn to paint:Bamboo stalks, branches and leaf clustersA knotted pine tree and its delicate needlesA snail with a spiral shell and little body peeking out from underneathA waterfall gliding down the side of a mountainAnd much more!You'll find that this activity will help you learn to center your mind and thoughts, and your masterpieces will be inspiring decorations or great gifts for friends and family. Get started learning this "e;soft martial art!"e;