The Fine Art Of Chinese Brush Painting

Author : Walter Chen
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 9781402743948
Total Pages : 156 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Fine Art of Chinese Brush Painting written by Walter Chen and published by Sterling Publishing Company. This book was released on 2007 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This extraordinary on-the-page class in brush painting explores both the technical and spiritual aspects of China’s ancient art, helping students to paint with confidence, skill, and understanding. Lavishly packed with breathtaking illustrations and detailed instructional photos, it discusses materials, styles, and themes, as well as special topics such as the influence of calligraphy on painting, the importance of arranging the workspace properly, and the use of a seal to "sign” the finished work. Each chapter is like a perfectly formed monograph rich in information on inks, papers, art utensils, holding the brush correctly, making exquisite-looking strokes and pictograms, applying color, and mastering the techniques for representing vegetation, animals, the human figure, portraits, and evocative landscapes. Well-constructed practice exercises complete this enlightening course.

Author : Maggie Cross
Publisher : Crowood Press (UK)
ISBN 13 : 9781847972897
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Art of Chinese Brush Painting written by Maggie Cross and published by Crowood Press (UK). This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chinese brush painting is an ancient art, steeped in history, symbolism and ritual, and closely linked to Chinese calligraphy. This beautifully illustrated book takes you on a journey through the history, techniques and materials that will enable you to produce stunning paintings of flowers, birds, animals and landscapes.

Author : Mei Ruo
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1602200459
Total Pages : 439 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chinese Brush Painting written by Mei Ruo and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2020-01-14 with total page 439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Try your hands at these historically and culturally important methods, and create some beautiful paintings of your own. Chinese painting is an ancient art that has evolved and become refined over many centuries. Artists brush ink and color pigments onto silk or paper using a variety of techniques, with two main approaches: gongbi a traditional and realistic style based on line drawing, and xieyi style, a freehand method that uses fewer strokes to suggest objects in a less literal way. Painting themes generally fall into three categories: figure, landscaping, and bird-and-flower. Chinese brush painting is mainly presented in lines, shades and white space to express the feelings about nature, social phenomena, and the very essence of the universe. The framework for this expression is often traditional: certain subjects carry cultural connotations that are well-known and imbue the painting with a layer of meaning beyond face value of objects shown. The traditional subjects such as mandarin ducks, butterflies, and the 'Four Gentlemen' (plum blossoms, orchids, bamboos, and chrysanthemum) are examples that contain this rich cultural meaning. Readers will learn first about the tools and materials, then painting techniques. Early pages explore the very basic painting methods and subjects—perfect for beginning painters—but continue to build skills for painting plants and animals of increasing complexity. Chinese Brush Painting illustrates several Chinese brush painting techniques with the use of different tools, brushwork and color mixing. With the step-by-step projects, you can first follow the introductory lessons to learn the necessary skills of brushwork, usage of paper, and characteristics of water, ink and colors; then follow the advanced lessons to learn the compositions and more complicated color applications.

Author : Caroline Self
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1462905811
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Art of Chinese Brush Painting written by Caroline Self and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2012-03-13 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Art of Chinese Brush Painting is an excellent way for newcomers to experience this ancient Chinese art form. The book introduces traditional Chinese ink painting 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.

Author : Qu Lei Lei
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 9781402753916
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Simple Art of Chinese Brush Painting written by Qu Lei Lei and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2008-05-06 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paint beautiful works of art using the special brush-and-ink techniques cultivated for centuries by Chinese artists--techniques that allowed them to represent the structure and spirit of any subject. Every image here provides inspiration, while background information enlightens you on how the style developed, and practical guidance helps beginners select brushes, paper, ink, and other supplies. Master the skills of both the Literati (freehand) and Meticulous (more formal) styles, and see how to create each of the classic and meaningful Four Gentlemen--the blossom, orchid, bamboo, and chrysanthemum--as well as a range of elegant birds. More than 15 exquisite projects include a flower-and-bird parchment fan, bamboo greeting cards, and lantern with a nightingale in peach blossom.

Author : Monika Cilmi
Publisher : Walter Foster
ISBN 13 : 1633222055
Total Pages : 43 pages
Book Rating : 4.52/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Special Subjects: Beginning Chinese Brush written by Monika Cilmi and published by Walter Foster. This book was released on 2017-03 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From choosing brushes to painting techniques, composition, and development, Special Subjects: Beginning Chinese Brush is bursting with valuable skills and lessons to help beginning artists master Chinese brush painting.

Author : Stephen Cassettari
Publisher : Harpercollins
ISBN 13 : 9780207155383
Total Pages : 120 pages
Book Rating : 4.80/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chinese Brush Painting Techniques written by Stephen Cassettari and published by Harpercollins. This book was released on 1987-01-01 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains te principles of Chinese painting, demonstrates brush strokes, and shows how to paint flowers, plants, birds, and insects

Author : Rebecca Yue
Publisher : Walter Foster
ISBN 13 : 1600582680
Total Pages : 43 pages
Book Rating : 4.84/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chinese Brush Painting written by Rebecca Yue and published by Walter Foster. This book was released on 2012-03 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Full of gorgeous brushwork, easy-to-follow instruction, and exciting art materials, this complete kit is the perfect introduction to the ancient art of Chinese brush painting. After an introduction to the philosophy behind painting with Chinese brushstrokes and techniqes for holding and guiding the brush, aspiring artists are guided through step-by-step painting projects. Several accomplished artists show their process of painting subjects ranging from traditional bamboo and animals to a landscape and figure. And this kit contains everything needed to complete all the projects in the 32-page lesson book. The hardcover case includes a 40-page paperback book with corresponding Spanish translation, watercolor paints, Chinese paintbrushes, ink stick, ink stone, palette, and watercolor paper.

Author : Margaret Malone
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781859677520
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book New Papercrafts written by Margaret Malone and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Basic techniques - Papier-mache - Decoupage - Paper cutting and collage - Decorating paper - Paper construction.

Author : Sharmaine Kwan
Publisher : Flame Tree Illustrated
ISBN 13 : 9781787553002
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.00/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Traditional Chinese Painting Masterpieces of Art written by Sharmaine Kwan and published by Flame Tree Illustrated. This book was released on 2019-08-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traditional Chinese painting is one of the purest art forms in existence, continuing as it does the techniques and themes that have been employed over centuries to create the most exquisite works in ink and wash. Whether meticulously realist or vibrantly expressive, often expertly combining skilful calligraphy with stunning draughtsmanship, these works all pay homage to what went before them. Focusing on classical painting, especially the colour-infused work of the Ming (1368–1644) and Qing dynasties (1644–1912), this delightful book reveals the fascinating history of Chinese painting. From Dai Jin to Ma Quan; from dramatic mountainscapes and tranquil rivers, through intricate and vivid depictions of animals and flowers, to peaceful pastoral scenes and busy tableaux of court life, the engaging text and lush reproductions ensure an enchanting read.