Yuet Yean Teo
Yuet Yean Teo, trained at Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Camberwell College of Arts, and Buckingham New University, specialising in Chinese painting, calligraphy, oil painting, and printmaking.
Introduction to Chinese Brush Painting with Yuet Yean Teo
Ref: D1D42260
About this course
\u8203?\u8203?Explore the art of Chinese brush painting, blending traditional and contemporary, and focusing on brush techniques and capturing nature's essence. Create your own artwork with step-by-step guidance, exploring the harmony of this timeless art form.\u8203?
Course Description
This workshop will introduce you to the techniques and materials of traditional and contemporary Chinese brush painting, also known as Chinese watercolour. It focuses on capturing the essence of nature through expressive and poetic brushwork.
You will learn how to prepare and select materials such as brushes, ink and rice paper. The tutor will provide step-by-step guidance on techniques to depict natural subjects like flowers, birds and landscapes. Emphasis is placed on simplicity and spirit, allowing you to convey the beauty of nature with minimal strokes.
The workshop includes demonstrations and hands-on practice, with the tutor offering personalised feedback. You will create your own artwork, gaining insight into this timeless art form and its balance of tradition and modernity.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to explore the harmony and depth of Chinese ink painting.
Course Materials
Included
On this course the tutor will supply all of the materials, including:
- Two sheets of xuan paper (rice paper)
- 1 sheet backed xuan paper and a scroll per student
- Some ink
- Chinese painting colour pigment to share amongst the group
- Brushes to use during the course
Available to buy
A good variety of art and craft materials are available to buy in the Gardens Gatehouse Shop.
Additional information
Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).
Timetable
Student registration: 10.30am - 11am
Course teaching: 11am – 5.15pm
Morning session: 11am - 1pm
Lunch break: 1pm - 2pm (lunch is not included)
Afternoon session: 2pm - 5.15pm (15 minute break, 3.30pm–3.45pm)
Teaching finishes: 5.15pm
General Information
Tutors
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