Basic techniques and strokes in Chinese painting by Olga (Skillshare)

In different stages of this course we study step by step

- Let's master the basic techniques of the image: stretch marks, dry / wet brush, dark to light tricks

- Let's get acquainted with the "orchid touch" and learn how to draw flowers with it

- We work out the basic techniques for the image of leaves, twigs, flowers and inflorescences

- We will master the various techniques of image of flowers: the contour technique, the technique of "from the spot", learn how to combine them and not be afraid to create complex combinations

- Let's consider how to build tonal relationships inside inflorescences of complexly picked flowers

- We will learn to work in monochrome, using only ink, with the help of which we will reveal all the charm and depth of a monochrome image

- Let's work with Chinese mineral paints, talk about the harmony of color and ink

- We will get acquainted with the basics of composition, learn how to create your own spring impressive pictures and greeting cards

The materials you will need in general are:

-Different types of brushes of all sizes elastic condition

-Chinese ink for painting and calligraphy

-Felt mat

-Set of mineral paints MARIES palette of 12 colors

-Universal paper for xe-i, xiao xe-i and sumie art.