The Art of Chinese Brush Painting

Chinese brush painting is an ancient art, steeped in history, symbolism and ritual, and closely linked to Chinese calligraphy. This book takes you on a journey through the history, techniques and materials that can enable you to produce stunning paintings of flowers, birds, animals and landscapes.

About the author

Maggie Cross grew up in Hong Kong where she learnt to speak Cantonese and write Chinese characters. Her interest in the Chinese culture developed into a love of Chinese painting. Over the years, she has worked with many Chinese masters and developed her own skills and style. Her work is held in many collections around the world.

Product details

• Authors: Maggie Cross, Cross Maggie
• Publisher: Wiley
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.10.2011
• EAN: 9781847972897
• ISBN: 978-1-84797-289-7
• Dimensions: 220 mm x 280 mm x 12 mm
• Weight: 596 g
• Illustrations: 323 colour illustrations, Illustrationen, nicht spezifiziert, farbige Illustrationen
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Art > Art history; ART / Techniques / General, ART / History / General, ART / Asian / General, CRAFTS & HOBBIES / Painting, History of Art, East Asia, Far East, Painting, drawing and art manuals, Oriental art, Painting & Art Manuals