Virtual October Sumi-e Classes (Tuesdays)

Japanese ink painting, (sumi-e) is the art of painting using brush (fude), ink (sumi) and thin absorbent “rice-paper” (washi). About this Event The Chrysanthemum Path Introduction to an appreciation of Chinese/Japanese calligraphy and painting. Basic exercise on painting The Chrysanthemum Flower, petals, leaves and the basic composition of a Chrysanthemum painting. Each class begins with a Zen lesson followed by breath and hand exercises. Demonstration of the “Vocabulary of strokes” followed by step-by-step guided instruction on how to paint “The Four Nobles (Gentlemen): The Chrysanthemum Path.” Int & Adv. will focus on composing paintings using Paper from The Advanced Paper Roll. Advanced Students will be provided individualized guidance, work at their own pace discovering “idea” paintings and advanced techniques. All levels are welcome, plan to let go and have fun while learning a few new stroke techniques. If you need course materials a full sumi-e kit is available here. The following brushes are recommended by Larkin Green Sensei: Lotus Brush Double Happiness The following paper is recommended: Paper Roll Advanced Paper Roll Beginning Tutorial Lessons are on YouTube. Please subscribe to Larkin Green Studio YouTube Channel. New lessons will be added on a regular basis Time: Tuesdays 3 PM – 5 PM CST Dates: October 6, 13, 20 & 27th A Zoom link to join the class will be provided upon registering in the Eventbrite confirmation email. *Registration closes one hour prior to the class time.