IN PERSON: Chinese brush painting attempts to capture the essence or spirit of its subject. In this hands-on art course, students will learn how to paint various vegetables and fruits, which are popular brush painting subjects. Each person will complete a beautiful painting within one or two classes while practicing basic brush painting techniques. The instructor will provide a step-by-step demonstration of the subject. Then, students will practice painting with the instructor’s help. While practicing, students will learn: how to use ink, how to control the brush, and how to paint brush strokes. Every participant will complete a nice brush painting. This course is designed for both experienced and beginning students - all are welcome! | Active Skill Learning.
Max enrollment: 12.
Location: Judea Reform Congregation, 1933 W. Cornwallis Rd, Durham NC 27705
Jinxiu Zhao (Alice) is a professional brush painting artist who specializes in the teaching of Chinese brush painting and calligraphy to both children and adults. She has taught brush painting and calligraphy in North Carolina for twenty-eight years to all levels of the public schools, to teacher training programs, and in private classes.