Calligraphy Landscape Painting Bird and Flower Painting Ink and
Wash Painting
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Ancient Chinese philosophies show reverence and love for
nature. The art symbolizes the beauty and harmonious balance of the
universe.
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1. The artists state of mind is mirrored in each brush stroke
2. Good brush technique is essential and must capture the life
energy of the subject 3. The artist must study his/her subject and
avoid unnecessary brush strokes 4. Colors used do not need to be
the same as the subject but must enhance it instead
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5. Composition of the artists picture is 1/3 form and 2/3
space. In Chinese painting, the empty space is as important as what
is painted. 6. Study and copy the work of the masters.
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The Brushes: Made of bamboo and animal hairs
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Ink: traditionally made from pine soot and glue and formed into
a stick. Ink Stone: used to turn the ink stick into liquid by
grinding it on the stone Paper: made from a mixture of fibers such
as hemp, mulberry, bark, bamboo and straw
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The Chop is the artists signature Usually done in red ink