Learn the fundamental techniques and artistic principles of traditional Chinese landscape painting in this comprehensive course. Explore the aesthetic philosophy and expressive methods that define this classical art form while mastering essential brush and ink materials. Practice core techniques including Pima, Niumao, and Fupi strokes through detailed demonstrations and hands-on training. Develop skills in depicting branches, leaves, and natural elements with authentic Chinese brushwork methods. Receive constructive feedback through regular work critiques to refine your technique and artistic expression. Master the delicate balance of brush and ink that characterizes Chinese landscape painting while understanding its deep cultural and aesthetic foundations.
Overview
Syllabus
- 1. Theoretical narrative
- 1.the aesthetic interest and expression method of Chinese traditional landscape paintings
- 2. Brush and ink
- 1.Brush and Ink material Intro
- 2.Brush and ink foundation training
- 3.Brush ink Expression in General
- 3. Brush and ink training method 1 (the Pima Stoke)
- 1.Pima Technique Demonstration
- 2.Work Critique
- 3. Work Critique
- 4. Brush and ink training method 2 (Niumao Stoke)
- 1.Niumao Technique Demonstration
- 2.Work Critique
- 3.Work Critique
- 5. Brush and ink training method 3 (Fupi Stoke)
- 1.Fupi Technique Demonstration
- 2.Fupi Technique Practice
- 3.Work Critique
- 6. Brush and ink training method 4 (Branch technic, point leaf technic)
- 1.Branch and Leave Drawing Demonstration
- 2.Work Critique
- 3.Work Critique
- 7. Brush and ink training method 5(out of the branch method)
- 1.Branch Drawing Demonstration
- 2.Work Critique
- 3.Work Critique
Taught by
Jingwei Han
