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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). Alternatively, feel free to use your own Chinese Brush Painting supplies or obtain comparable items elsewhere.

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1) BRUSHES

• OAS Flow Brush (Small)

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2) PAPER

• OAS "Shade" Xuan Student Roll (9pcs 1/3cut approx 18"x27")--web link coming soon!

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3) INK (choose ONE)

• Small Student Ink Bottle (budget-friendly)

OR

• OAS Best Bottle Ink (premium)

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4) COLORS

• Dr.Ph. Martin's Bleed Proof White

• Kuratake Gansai Tambi Starry Colors OR comparable metallic gold watercolor

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5) ACCESSORIES

• White felt (24”x36”) OR butcher paper or newsprint

• Water bowl (approx. 3” deep)

• Fine mist spray bottle

• White plate (for blending colors)

• Paper towels

• Watercolor blossom palette OR a couple of saucers

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Example of accessories set-up: