Relax with Brush Painting - Snow Landscapes

Oriental landscape painting is more than just an artistic expression—it is a reflection of the relationship between humans and nature, capturing the profound connection between the external world and our inner spiritual landscape. Using a limited amount of scenery, this art form conveys our understanding of the universe, appreciation for the land that sustains us, and awareness of the society that shapes us.

Rooted in the water-ink painting tradition, this style relies on the subtle interplay of ink and water to illustrate this relationship. The beauty of the technique lies in its simplicity—through the careful layering of black, grey, and white, and the contrast of fast and slow, moist and dry brushstrokes, an artist can evoke endless depth and emotion.

Course Objectives

In our exploration of landscape painting, each course focuses on specific techniques, as mastery comes with consistent practice. In this course, we will concentrate on:

• The use of five shades of ink

• Two techniques for painting snow

• Perspectives in composition

We will apply these techniques in a long and vertical-style painting, featuring a snowy landscape.

Materials Needed

For this course, you will need:

• Ink

• At least one small and one large painting brush

• Raw or semi-raw Xuan rice paper

• Additional supporting supplies (explained in the introduction section)

A downloadable course syllabus will be available at the end of the theory section.

Prerequisites

This course is best taken after completing the Tree Painting and Landscape Scenery courses. However, if you prefer to start with this one, you are welcome to do so.