The Art of Chinese Brush Painting Paperback / softback
by Maggie Cross
Paperback / softback
Description
Chinese brush painting is an ancient art, steeped in history, symbolism and ritual, and closely linked to Chinese calligraphy. This beautifully illustrated book takes you on a journey through the history, techniques and materials that will enable you to produce stunning paintings of flowers, birds, animals and landscapes. Topics covered include: he history of Chinese painting materials and how to use them; advice on basic brush strokes, colour mixing and brush loading; step-by-step guide to completing a composition of a variety of subjects and finally, instruction on mounting your work for display.
Written by a respected artist and teacher, it covers traditional techniques as well as more recent innovative ideas, and reveals the beauty and mastery behind this art.
Information
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Less than 10 available - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:160 pages, Illustrations, color; Illustrations, unspecified
- Publisher:The Crowood Press Ltd
- Publication Date:31/10/2011
- Category:
- ISBN:9781847972897
Information
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Less than 10 available - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:160 pages, Illustrations, color; Illustrations, unspecified
- Publisher:The Crowood Press Ltd
- Publication Date:31/10/2011
- Category:
- ISBN:9781847972897