Chinese Brush Painting: A Beginner's Guide

My painting class is always looking for books to add to our library. I purchased this book for the library and many people have used it and really like it.

Complete details starting with materials and supplies up to several sample projects

Beautiful book and so worthwhile for beginners and inspirational for any painter interested in Chinese brush painting. Good price too! Really glad I got it!

A good starting guide.Some instruction is helpful.I also got some extra paintbrushes, paints & rice paper.Everythibg you need to practice (maybe between classes)

Exactly as described. Fast shipping.

Added to my Brush Painting inspirations.

What a great Guide.... Love it.

This was/is my 4th book on the subject. The others were rated highly, but this is the first one that truly teaches the essence/spirit of the style rather than simple mechanics. The mechanics are there too, but issues pertaining to compostiton, energy and spirit are covered, and taught in a way that allows you to creatively produce your own paintings instead of merely replicating someone else's. If you want to make this style creatively your own, this book is the best!!! But if you're more interested in being told step by step directions, without explanation, (like a Microsoft manual) there are others that do that.

The book does what is says: it presents some charming images for the learning chinese painter to copy and practice their technique. The first few pages are a quick guide to some necessary equipment, some basic strokes and techniques to introduce the complete beginner to the art. The main body of the book show some lovely enticing designs and images which are not too demanding so you can get to grips with the art. I've really used it a lot and enjoyed working with it.