Chinese Brush Painting Step by Step Book N/A SOLD OUT - DISCONTINUED
Chinese brush painting is derived from Chinese calligraphy and is therefore done in the same manner with the application of clean-cut brushstrokes. Kwan begins with an introduction to brushwork which teaches the basic principles and includes a simple demonstration which shows the strokes you need to be able to express you ideas through Chinese brush painting. Twelve step-by-step demonstrations include a swallow, a wild orchid, a horse and mandarin ducks. This book also shows you how to determine the characteristics of a painting to learn how to capture the mood and effect you want to create. You'll also find a gallery of Kwan's best work to provide you with ideas and inspiration!
Book: Northlight. Hardcover wire-spiral bound. 128 pages. Part colour