classes

Introduction to Chinese Painting

Explore the art of Chinese brush painting with ink and watercolors. Learn to render flowers of the four seasons, fruits, and small animals. This art-and-culture series will enable participants to deepen their appreciation of Asian culture and enjoyment in art making. Beginners level for learners. All ages welcome, children aged 7 and younger must be accompanied […]

Leap Into Spring ~ Chinese Painting in 5 easy lessons

Learn to paint in 5 zoom lessons! Thursdays, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm, Pacific Time. Learn the basics in Chinese brush painting, explore different techniques in rendering seasonal flowers, fruits, small animals, and scenic landscapes. This program is for beginner to intermediate level learners who are interested to deepen their appreciation of art and culture. […]

Four Gentlemen ~ A Brush Painting Workshop for Beginners ~ starting September 28

Learn to paint in 5 zoom lessons! Thursdays, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm, Pacific Daylight Time. Learn the basics in Chinese brush painting, explore different techniques in rendering Orchids, Chrysanthemums, Bamboo, Plum Blossoms, and Landscape. This program is for beginner to intermediate level learners who are interested to deepen their appreciation of art and culture. […]

Calligraphy with Pauline ~

for Beginners, both Chinese and Non-Chinese learners Chinese writing has a history of over 5,000 years. Amazingly it is a written language that is still in use today. The Art of Calligraphy ~ the art of writing beautiful characters, is an art form that has been compared to a dance of the brush, the taichi of […]

Asian Heritage Month -Virtual Workshop

Chinese Painting & Chinese Calligraphy Celebrate Asian Heritage Month by learning Chinese brush painting and calligraphy in four easy lessons. The program is for beginners and intermediate learners. • Using ink and watercolors, learn the basic techniques of Chinese painting to render seasonal flowers, fruits, and small animals. • Learn simple Chinese phrases and write your name […]

Art of the Brush ~ a Virtual Brush Painting Workshop

Experience the Joys of Chinese brush painting in the comfort of your home with expertise instructions and practical hands-on lessons. Learn to paint in 4 easy lessons! Learn the basics in Chinese brush painting, explore different techniques in rendering seasonal flowers, fruits, and small animals. This program is for beginner to intermediate level learners who […]

Learn How to Paint Small Animals

Celebrate the holidays and get a DIY Art Kit <I love to Paint Animals> — created by art instructor and Asian Art Museum docent Pauline Tsui. Have fun with your family and friends during Covid’s stay-at-home protocol. Make a request for a kit and order it as a Special Present to a distanced friend. Here’s […]

Colors of Autumn: Introduction to Chinese Painting & Calligraphy

A beginners workshop to explore basic techniques in Chinese brush painting and calligraphy. In this workshop, we will include the use of slideshow, videos, and live demo to engage students. Learn to paint flowers, plants, or small animals using Chinese ink or watercolors. A suggested art supplies list will be emailed to participants, participants can […]

Orinda Calligraphy & Painting Workshop series

New Dates: Orinda Library every second and fourth Monday starting March 9th, 2020 Classes started on March 9 instead of February 10. The March 23, April 13 and 27, classes have been postponed indefinitely. A workshop series to explore basic techniques in Chinese calligraphy and brush painting. This 2-hour program will enable participants to deepen […]

Chinese Brush Painting Workshop Series

Where: Orinda Library – 26 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563 When: Mondays, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Dates: from August through December – 8/19, 9/16, 10/21, 12/2 Explore the art of painting with Chinese ink and watercolors with artist-instructor Pauline Tsui. Learn to render flowers of the four seasons, small birds and animals. This four […]