FINE ART SINCE 1994

 
CONTEMPORARY CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING WORKSHOP

Date: Saturdays
Jan 8 to Feb 26, 2022
Time: 10:00 am - Noon, (Pacific Time) 8 sessions
Location: Online Via Zoom
Instructor: Andy Lou
Cost: $220.00

Questions & Inquires: aalou@shaw.ca
You can do e-transfer to aalou@shaw.ca no password needed or send a cheque payable to
A & A Gallery, 920 Falaise Crescent, B.C. V8Y 1A3 Canada

SUPPLY LIST FOR CONTEMPORARY CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING WORKSHOP

brush

1. Chinese Brush Painting Color (12 colors)
2. One bottle of Chinese ink
3. Chinese rice paper (sheet), (roll)
4. One large size goat hair brush
5. One medium size goat hair brush
6. One small size goat hair brush
7. One fine brush

STUDENTS SHOULD BRING THE FOLLOWING MATERIALS TO THE CLASS

1. Two water containers (bowls are the best)
2. Several plates (for blending color)
3. A piece of felt or a blanket
4. A roll of paper towel

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Andy Lou, a renowned full time artist in Victoria, B.C. he has been offering Contemporary Chinese Brush Painting Workshops throughout Canada, the U.S. and China. In his paintings, Andy adapts a variety of techniques and thoughts from the West, but emphasize his oriental originality. Employing Chinese brushes, rice paper and ink, mixing with watercolour, gouache and acrylic, Andy creates visual statements of the landscapes of North America. Andy's mixed media, cross-cultural paintings have been exhibited and collected worldwide and he has received numerous awards. Andy is also the author of Shi Bai Lou's Art and the co-author of three books on Chinese Brush Painting.

  

This workshop is designed for people who are interested in learning the oriental painting medium. Both traditional and contemporary techniques of Chinese Brush Painting will be introduced. You will learn about Chinese ink, rice paper, color, texture, composition, and the aesthetic principles of Chinese Brush Painting. You also learn technical skills, such as loading the brush with ink and water, dry and wet brush stroke control through instructor's demonstrations. This workshop will focus on creative exploration of landscape and the brush painting medium while expanding your visual vocabulary. You will be encouraged to explore contemporary styles by using this ancient art medium. Some experience in painting will help, but not necessary.

 

 

 

 

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