Chinese Brush Painting
Enjoy the deeply peaceful technique of Chinese brush painting. Be led in the traditional manner of the six principles applied to the subjects of the four seasons, using the four treasures of bamboo brush, rice paper, inkstone and ink stick.
After learning the five basic strokes, fundamental to the construction of painting and calligraphy, explore the forms of butterflies, bees and blossoms, landscape, birds and flowers, including those of the Australian bush.
Suitable for everyone who wants to learn more about this very relaxing, peaceful art technique.
You will take home several finished works with an understanding of the history, philosophy and practical techniques of this ancient art.
AGE: Suitable for ages 13 to adult
SKILL LEVEL: Everyone - Suitable for a range of experience and skill. Tutors understand that there will be varying skill levels and will adapt to the needs and interests of all students.
SCHEDULE: Full Days - Monday 13 to Friday 17 January 2025 - 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
VENUE: Bellingen High School
Enjoy the deeply peaceful technique of Chinese brush painting. Be led in the traditional manner of the six principles applied to the subjects of the four seasons, using the four treasures of bamboo brush, rice paper, inkstone and ink stick.
After learning the five basic strokes, fundamental to the construction of painting and calligraphy, explore the forms of butterflies, bees and blossoms, landscape, birds and flowers, including those of the Australian bush.
Suitable for everyone who wants to learn more about this very relaxing, peaceful art technique.
You will take home several finished works with an understanding of the history, philosophy and practical techniques of this ancient art.
AGE: Suitable for ages 13 to adult
SKILL LEVEL: Everyone - Suitable for a range of experience and skill. Tutors understand that there will be varying skill levels and will adapt to the needs and interests of all students.
SCHEDULE: Full Days - Monday 13 to Friday 17 January 2025 - 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
VENUE: Bellingen High School
Enjoy the deeply peaceful technique of Chinese brush painting. Be led in the traditional manner of the six principles applied to the subjects of the four seasons, using the four treasures of bamboo brush, rice paper, inkstone and ink stick.
After learning the five basic strokes, fundamental to the construction of painting and calligraphy, explore the forms of butterflies, bees and blossoms, landscape, birds and flowers, including those of the Australian bush.
Suitable for everyone who wants to learn more about this very relaxing, peaceful art technique.
You will take home several finished works with an understanding of the history, philosophy and practical techniques of this ancient art.
AGE: Suitable for ages 13 to adult
SKILL LEVEL: Everyone - Suitable for a range of experience and skill. Tutors understand that there will be varying skill levels and will adapt to the needs and interests of all students.
SCHEDULE: Full Days - Monday 13 to Friday 17 January 2025 - 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
VENUE: Bellingen High School
course info
Please read all course information below before purchasing tickets for this event.
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Please bring the following on your first day of class:
Two Chinese painting brushes - available from tutor for $5
Two sets of watercolour tubes
Two white saucers for palettes
Two children’s scrapbooks ‘newsprint paper’ - not sketchbooks
Margarine tub for water container - not glass jars
Cotton cloth - old tea towel
Teacup for Chinese tea
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No experience required.
“Stephen was the most patient of tutors giving of himself freely without judgment. He provided a relaxed space where everyone felt comfortable.”
YOUR COURSE TUTOR
Stephen Cassettari
Stephen is a fulltime artist of Chinese painting with over thirty-five years experience.
He has a studio at Lake Macquarie and is the author of fifteen published books on various aspects of Chinese painting. Stephen has also taught in adult education for over forty years and at various Camp Creatives for over thirty years.
