A joyous approach to creativity allows students of all ages to experience success and gain skills in their art creations.

An exciting course to encourage and motivate those who have never painted, as well as those who wish to take full advantage of the medium's potential. This class will cover the use of materials, color, composition and perspective, tone and value, wash and resist techniques. Several special effects will be included as well. Subject matter will include landscape, still life, floral, and students' interests. Slide illustrated lectures, demonstrations, tutorial and group critiques will give insight and appreciation for the exciting possibilities of watercolor painting. Students may bring paintings created at home for critique.

INTRODUCTION TO SUMI-E ORIENTAL BRUSH PAINTING — This beginning-level workshop introduces you to traditional Oriental brush technique. No previous Sumi-e experience is necessary. “To produce a stream of wind at the tip of the brush” sums up the vitality and vigor of Sumi-e painting. “The Way of the Brush” uses unique materials, consisting of the Four Treasures: ink stick, grinding stone, bamboo brush and rice paper. The basic alphabet of brush strokes, composition, use of negative space, and Oriental perspective and philosophy will be introduced.

MID-LEVEL SUMI-E ORIENTAL BRUSH PAINTING — Advance your knowledge of Sumi-e with more in-depth discussions and demonstrations of this beautiful art form. This one-day class is a continuation of study from Level 1 ( Introduction to Sumi-e Painting is a required prerequisite ).

ADVANCED SUMI-E ORIENTAL BRUSH PAINTING — Advanced techniques and students' interests: i.e., landscape, animals, soft color flowers, calligraphy.

ONGOING WEEKLY CLASSES IN SUMI-E
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