Presented in an easy-to-understand way that is perfect for children, Chinese Brush Painting stays true to the traditional principles of the art as it explains how to create beautiful, unique, and creative brush paintings at home or in the classroom. Using more than 35 hands-on painting activities, Chinese Brush Painting and its array of projects will serve as an excellent introduction for young artists ages nine and up.Daniel Lombardo - Library JournalThe ancient art of Chinese brush painting has recently become very popular, and there are several fine books on the art available. The medium's simple elements make it appropriate for beginner artists, though mastery is as difficult as in any fine art. Caroline Self (art, emerita, San Diego City Schs. & San Diego Museum of Art) and daughter Susan, who studied art in college, here offer simplified instruction for ages nine and up on painting orchids, bamboo, pines, insects, birds, and landscapes. This instruction is followed by a chapter on mounting paintings for display. Recommended for public and school libraries. For adults, consider Kwan Jung's Chinese Painting Step by Step. Author: Caroline Self ISBN: 9780804838771 Format: Hardcover Pages: 64 Dimension: 222 x 282