Relax With Chinese Painting - Dragon Painting & Calligraphy
What you'll learn
- Learn about dragons in the Eastern world, with a focus in art
- Learn to paint a dragon using Oriental painting methods
- Learn about the development of the character of dragon
- Learn to write the character of dragon in Chinese calligraphy, in all five main scripts
Requirements
- You will need some art supplies, which you will find out in the video
Description
Welcome to an immersive journey into the world of the Oriental Dragon (Loong/龙)! This course is dedicated to exploring the cultural, historical, and artistic significance of the dragon, making it a must for any fan of this legendary creature.
In Chinese culture, the dragon (Loong) is more than just a mythical being—it is a symbol of power, prosperity, and happiness, deeply woven into the fabric of civilization. It holds a unique place in folklore, art, and philosophy, making it one of the most revered symbols in the East.
Course Objectives
In this course, we will explore:
The origin of the dragon – Uncover the mythical stories and legends behind its creation.
The cultural and historical significance of the dragon – Understand how the dragon evolved into a symbol of Chinese civilization.
The art of painting the dragon – Learn to paint the dragon using the oriental freehand brush painting method.
Painting clouds – Master the techniques to create flowing clouds to complement your dragon.
Chinese calligraphy – Learn to write the Chinese character Loong (龙) in all five major script styles, allowing you to choose one as your signature.
Seal usage in painting – Discover the importance of artist seals and how to apply them to complete your artwork.
What You’ll Achieve
By the end of this course, you will:
1. Be able to share fascinating stories about oriental dragons.
2. Master the technique of painting a dragon with clouds.
3. Sign your artwork using a calligraphy script of your choice.
4. Understand the use of seals in traditional Chinese painting. (Even if you don’t have one yet, you’ll learn how to incorporate it in the future!)
This course offers a complete cultural and artistic experience, bringing together mythology, painting, calligraphy, and tradition. Are you ready to dive into the world of Loong? Let’s begin!
Course Materials
You will need:
Oriental painting brushes
Ink
Raw or semi-raw Xuan rice paper
Chinese painting colors
Additional supporting materials
Who this course is for:
- Anyone who is interested in the Oriental art
- Anyone who has a special interest in the mythical creature, dragon of the East
- Anyone who would like to write this dragon character using ink and brush
- Anyone who want to learn some stories about dragons of the East
Instructor
- 4.7 Instructor Rating
- 125 Reviews
- 1,792 Students
- 25 Courses
Hi there, I am an English speaking (fluent) traditional Chinese artist who has been trained in these arts since the age of 5. Now living in Europe, I find it aspiring to share my knowledge with you, especially if you are seeking to relax your mind in an alternative way.
The courses will contain plenty of detailed practical traditional painting / calligraphy techniques that will help you form a solid base, develop your skills or master these arts. In my courses, there will also be useful information in terms of cultural relevance. Additionally, thanks to my two Master's studies and business school work experience, there will occasionally be useful content related to the Chinese business culture from an international perspective.
If you are an old friend of the Chinese art, welcome to join our art family; if you are a future friend, why not have a try at it with me? Look forward to seeing you!
Sincerely,
Fiona