Way of the Brush

Painting Techniques of China and Japan

Nonfiction, Home & Garden, Crafts & Hobbies, Art Technique, Painting, Art & Architecture, General Art
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Author: Fritz van Briessen ISBN: 9781462902927
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing Publication: December 20, 2011
Imprint: Tuttle Publishing Language: English
Author: Fritz van Briessen
ISBN: 9781462902927
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Publication: December 20, 2011
Imprint: Tuttle Publishing
Language: English

The Way of the Brush: Painting Techniques of China and Japan examines the technique, style, traditions, and methods of Chinese ink painting and how they were interpreted in Japanese art. Illustrated with over 250 images and packed with instructions, The Way of the Brush covers every aspect of brush painting, from brushstrokes, composition and the painting surface to meaning, perspective and artistic philosophy.

  • Part One is a study of the techniques of Chinese painting and explains the elements, techniques and principles which eventually carried over into Japanese painting.
  • Part Two is devoted to technical challenges and basic problems associated with the art, including the issue of fakes and forgeries of Chinese art in Japan.
  • Also included are three appendices and a full bibliography.
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The Way of the Brush: Painting Techniques of China and Japan examines the technique, style, traditions, and methods of Chinese ink painting and how they were interpreted in Japanese art. Illustrated with over 250 images and packed with instructions, The Way of the Brush covers every aspect of brush painting, from brushstrokes, composition and the painting surface to meaning, perspective and artistic philosophy.

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