Sumi Painting: Spring Blossoms
Lois Yoshida
$375
May 14 - June 11
T
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Online
All Levels
Experience the flowing techniques of sumi painting while exploring creative forms of self-expression. Sumi (black ink) will be the primary medium used to interpret a variety of floral subjects. Traditional tools, materials, and brush methods will be used. Students will learn to simplify visual elements by using minimal brush strokes and will be encouraged to express their individual interpretation of these subjects. The mounting technique will be taught to prepare paintings for framing. Previous sumi experience recommended.
Required Supplies
1. BRUSH “Super White Cloud” brush
https://paragonart.com/shop/ols/products/super-white-cloud-prof-combination-brush
Amazon: http://tinyurl.com/4zydebkw
https://paragonart.com/shop/ols/products/super-white-cloud-prof-combination-brush
Amazon: http://tinyurl.com/4zydebkw
2. RICE PAPER Best Shuan (2 rolls) or Jin Pi (2 rolls) or Yasutomo Sumi-e Sketch Paper (recommend pad of Kozo paper, not Hosho paper)
Not acceptable: Practice calligraphy paper (“hanshi”; white sheets 9.5”x13”).
Best Shuan: https://paragonart.com/shop/ols/products/best-shuan-xuan-paper-roll-10-sh-roll
Jin Pi: https://paragonart.com/shop/ols/products/jin-pi-super-professional-paper-roll
Yasutomo Sumi-e Sketch Paper: https://artistcraftsman.com/yasutomo-sumi-paper-48-sheet-pad-12x18/
3. INK (sumi), liquid
https://artistcraftsman.com/yasutomo-sumi-ink-non-toxic/
https://www.dickblick.com/products/yasutomo-liquid-sumi-ink/
Amazon: http://tinyurl.com/mrxx7azc
https://www.dickblick.com/products/yasutomo-liquid-sumi-ink/
Amazon: http://tinyurl.com/mrxx7azc
4. FELT White or off white felt. Suggested size: 18” x 24” or 24” x 36” Fabric store for synthetic/polyester felt is fine.
https://orientalartsupply.com/products/felt?_pos=1&_sid=d9bc3b3e6&_ss=r
https://orientalartsupply.com/products/wool-felt?_pos=2&_sid=d9bc3b3e6&_ss=r
https://orientalartsupply.com/products/poly-wool-blend-felt?_pos=3&_sid=d9bc3b3e6&_ss=r
https://orientalartsupply.com/products/wool-felt?_pos=2&_sid=d9bc3b3e6&_ss=r
https://orientalartsupply.com/products/poly-wool-blend-felt?_pos=3&_sid=d9bc3b3e6&_ss=r
5. PAPER WEIGHT Steel bars (1 or 2) or 2-3 rocks (low and flat) or dinner knife (1 or 2)
6. SUMI WATERCOLORS: Pan or tube
https://artistcraftsman.com/yasutomo-sumi-watercolor-set-12-pieces/
https://www.dickblick.com/items/yasutomo-sumi-e-watercolor-set-traditional-colors-set-of-12-colors-pans/
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https://artistcraftsman.com/yasutomo-traditional-chinese-watercolor-set-12-pieces/
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7. Water containers: 2 or 3, eg, 12-16 oz plastic containers with smooth edges
https://artistcraftsman.com/yasutomo-sumi-watercolor-set-12-pieces/
https://www.dickblick.com/items/yasutomo-sumi-e-watercolor-set-traditional-colors-set-of-12-colors-pans/
h?ttp://tinyurl.com/34mz99yw
https://artistcraftsman.com/yasutomo-traditional-chinese-watercolor-set-12-pieces/
h?ttp://tinyurl.com/2xcm4yet
7. Water containers: 2 or 3, eg, 12-16 oz plastic containers with smooth edges
8.. Containers to hold ink 2, eg, lids or other shallow container
8. White saucer: To serve as a palette
9. Towel or rag, small
10. Mounting supplies: Will discuss during class
11. Sumi watercolors: Optional; will discuss during class
NOTE: Unless I have specified an Amazon link, I have not used nor can confirm the quality of other products through Amazon.
