Welcome to my world of Chinese brush painting.
No experience necessary - I'll walk you through it step-by-step. By the time we're done, you're going have a masterpiece worthy of hanging on your wall. So, let's get painting and have some fun!
Zoom online classes
Plum Blossom
Sunday 13th October 2024. 17.00 - 19.00 hrs GMT
Free practice class
I know you love those Chinese brush paintings of plum blossoms as much as I do. The problem is, I just do not seem to find the time to practice this wonderful subject as much as I would like.
I had an idea - how about we set aside some time to get together for a casual painting session? We can motivate each other, share tips and techniques, and just enjoy creating those beautiful, delicate plum blossom paintings.
Rhododendron Gongbi Style
Sunday 20th October 2024. 15.00 - 1800 hrs GMT
£20
Gongbi is all about precision, patience, Together, we will dive deep into this meticulous approach, exploring how to layer colours, render intricate textures, and infuse each brushstroke with life.
We will cover everything from colour mixing to composition,
Are you ready to unlock the beauty of Gongbi painting.
Colourful Lion. Choice of two classes
Saturday 2nd November 2024. 11.00 - 13.00 hrs GMT or
Wednesday 6th November 2024. 11.00 - 13.00 hrs GMT.
£20
Hello painters.
In this Zoom class, we're going to be painting a super lion. This is going be a fun piece to paint. We’re really going to bring this lion to life with all the vibrant Blue hues, adding high and low lights, and finishing off with some gold paint to add some extra flair.
Have you've got your paper and paints ready to go? I can't wait to see everyone's unique takes on this majestic animal.
See you all in class!
Reflections. Choice of two classes.
Wednesday 4th December 2024. 11.00 - 13.00 hrs GMT OR
Saturday 7th December 2024. 11.00 - 13.00 hrs GMT.
£20
Time to create something beautiful. In today's Zoom lesson, we're going to be painting a landscape with mountains, a house, Trees and some water with the reflection of the mountains in the water.
This is going to be a fun and relaxed session, so don't stress too much about making it perfect. Just enjoy the process and let your creativity flow. Can't wait to see what you all come up with! Let me know if you have any questions.
How to Back a painting
Date to be confirmed
I will be showing you how I make my own glue from scratch
And the how to apply the glue to the back of the painting. Placing the backing paper on the painting. Then how to pick the whole painting and placing it on a drying board.
I will be backing different sizes of painting.
I will also show you how to take off a dried paintings.
£10
In person classes
All classes are £25.00 per person
I wanted to share an opportunity for small group learning. I offer classes with a maximum of 4 students per session. Meeting in an intimate group setting allows for personalized attention and hands-on learning. My home-based classes provide a relaxed, focused environment to develop your skills and knowledge.
Whether you're a beginner or looking to advance your [subject/skill], these small group lessons can help you reach your goals and I provide all the matirals you will need for the class .
Please let me know if you have any other questions. I look forward working with you soon.
Subject , Plum Blossom
October 12th 2024. . 11.00 - 14.00 hrs BST - 4 spaces available
We will be looking at the branches, showing the diffrent ways of painting them, and painting the lovely flowers.
The Forest.
October 16th 2024. . 11.00 - 14.00 hrs BST - 4 spaces available
For Payment and details please use the contact form below.
For Chinese brush painting, you will need the following:
- Chinese brushes (watercolour brushes are not suitable);
- Felt to fit the size of your paper;
- A water container (3 way water holder is best);
- Ink (Bottled Ink is the best choice and a lot easier, and a lot less messy to use, than grinding ink);
- Set of watercolors (You can buy tubes of watercolour paints like “Marie’s” Chinese watercolour );
- Plate or palette for you ink;
- Small side plates or a pocket palette for your watercolour paints;
- Paper towels with which to dry your brush.
Refund Policy
If you cancel your registration 15 days or more prior to the start of class,you will receive a full refund less any bank fees. If you cancel 14 days or less prior to the start of class, you will receive a credit voucher to use on any future lessons.
