An Introduction to Traditional Chinese Painting
Written and painted by He Hanqiu and Deng Jun
Translated by Ouyang Caiwei
Foreign Languages Press, Beijing, 1999
Paperback, 256mm x 186mm, 71 pages
ISBN 7119004336

Many people wish to learn the technique of traditional Chinese painting, but do not know how to get started. An Introduction to Traditional Chinese Painting, written and painted by He Hanqiu and Deng Jun, is the ideal textbook for introducing traditional Chinese painting. It gives a brief survey of Chinese painting and teaches the first steps in its technique. The two authors are accomplished young painters. In a few well-chosen words the book provides basic knowledge of traditional Chinese painting, and vivid, specific images it introduces the fundamental techniques of the art of painting. Concise and practical, it initiates beginners into the unique world of traditional Chinese painting.

Contents

Basic Knowledge of Traditional Chinese Painting

1. What is traditional Chinese Painting?
2. Form and Content of Traditional Chinese Painting
3. Characteristics of the Technique of Traditional Chinese Painting
4. Tools and Materials for Traditional Chinese Painting

Instructions for Executing Traditional Chinese Painting