{"product_id":"a-complete-guide-to-chinese-brush-painting-ink-paper-inspiration-expert-step-by-step-lessons-for-beginners-paperback","title":"A Complete Guide to Chinese Brush Painting: Ink, Paper, Inspiration - Expert Step-By-Step Lessons for Beginners - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eCaroline Self\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eSusan Self\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaint the classic subjects that inspired ancient Chinese masters. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis book introduces the venerable art of painting with ink on rice paper using traditional techniques developed over a thousand years ago. It is ideal for a beginner hoping to practice a large variety of techniques and subjects. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith this practical guide, you will learn to paint: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTowering landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe elegant Four Gentlemen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlants like bamboo, orchids, plum blossoms, and chrysanthemums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive animals from the Chinese Zodiac\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe basic strokes used in calligraphy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd more! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eKnown as a \"soft martial art,\" brush painting is as meditative as it is artistic. As you move through the lessons and exercises, you'll gain insight into and appreciation for the symbolism, historical context, techniques, and mindfulness associated with this ancient art form.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCaroline Self\u003c\/b\u003e has studied Asian brush painting for over thirty years. She holds a B. A. in bacteriology and public health, a teaching credential in art from UC Berkeley, and a master's degree in art education and sculpture from San Diego State University. She taught art in the San Diego City Schools for twenty-five years and taught Asian brush painting to children for six years at the San Diego Museum of Art. She has studied traditional brush painting with teachers in Southern California, Japan, China, and Taiwan. She also paints and exhibits her colorful watercolor and acrylic paintings. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eSusan Self\u003c\/b\u003e studied art in college and on trips to Europe and Asia, often accompanying her mother. She has a Ph.D. in comparative literature from UC San Diego, where she taught in writing programs. She worked as a technical writer documenting software development tools before transitioning into the wireless telecommunications industry, where she works as a writer and research consultant.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 176\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 10.9 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 01, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51767247798560,"sku":"9780804854528","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/82fb1e040e1ba24bca91a3ff63c51a41.webp?v=1780307516","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/a-complete-guide-to-chinese-brush-painting-ink-paper-inspiration-expert-step-by-step-lessons-for-beginners-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}