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Chinese Brush Painting


Learn how to use brush and ink to create fabulous marks and washes.


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This workshop will cover traditional and contemporary Chinese brush painting techniques including how to properly load water, ink, and colour onto the brush, and how to create a range of different brushstrokes. You will learn about the composition and aesthetic principles of Chinese painting. In addition, you will discover ways to create experimental textures using non- traditional methods on rice paper. The first part of the workshop will focus on flower painting; for the second part, you will be guided through traditional and contemporary approaches to landscape painting. The workshop will include demonstrations, lectures, PowerPoint presentations, and plenty of guided one-on-one instruction. Some painting experience is helpful but not required. Relax, let your brush flow with ink and colour on rice paper, and discover your own personal style. Suitable for all levels. All supplies included in tuition fee. SATURDAY & SUNDAY, AUG 08 & AUG 09, 10AM - 4:30PM(PDT) IN-PERSON


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Please contact the school to withdraw from a course or workshop. Refund Policy: To receive a refund for a course, the school must be notified in writing. Amount refunded is dependent on whether request is made before or after commencement of course. An administration fee will be deducted from amount refunded. If the Vancouver Island School of Art cancels a course, a full refund will be issued. For more details on the specifics of the Refund Policy, please refer to website: https://vancouverislandschoolart.com/refund-policy


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  • Vancouver Island School of Art

    302-733 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C7, Canada

    (250) 380-3500

    info@vancouverislandschoolart.com

Starts Aug 8
265 Canadian dollars

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