OVERVIEW

Chinese (or Asian) Brush Painting uses Chinese brushes, rice paper, ink, and watercolors. However, watercolor paper and watercolor brushes are NOT traditionally used. 

 

The following Chinese Brush Painting materials may be purchased online from Oriental Art Supply (OAS) or other sources. Alternatively, feel free to use your own Chinese Brush Painting supplies.

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1) BRUSHES & COLOR SET (choose ONE option):

• Set A: Western/Chinese Set (recommended)​​

    OR

• Set B: Budget-friendly Chinese Set​

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2) ADDITIONAL COLORS FOR LANDSCAPE (OPTIONAL)

• Winsor & Newton Winsor Violet (5ml)

• Winsor& Newton Lamp Black (5ml)

• Winsor & Newton Manganese Blue (5ml)

 

3) PAPER​​​

• Summer A "INSECTS & BUGS": 9 pcs. OAS Premium "Jade Plate" Double Xuan (approx 18"x27") 

• Summer B "LANDSCAPE": OAS Pi Paper Roll (approx 18"x27") 

 

4) ACCESSORIES (use items from HOME or purchase OAS Accessory Set):

• White felt or cloth 24”x36” (click)

• Water bowl (approx. 3” deep)--plastic tupperware container is fine

• Fine mist spray bottle (click)

• Ink dish (or sauce dish)

• White plate/saucer (not included in OAS Set)

• Paper towels (not included in OAS Set)

• Watercolor palette (click)

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Example of accessories set-up: