The following materials are recommended for the One-Time Class(es)

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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 Pre-Happy Dot (budget friendly) OR OAS Happy Dot (premium quality)

• OAS Pre-Orchid Bamboo (budget friendly) OR OAS Orchid Bamboo (premium quality)

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2) PAPER

• Any Double Xuan rice paper. For best results OAS Premium Jade Plate.

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3) INK: Select ONE option below

• Small Student Ink Bottle (budget-friendly)

OR

• OAS Best Bottle Ink (premium)

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4) ACCESSORIES from HOME or OAS Accessories Set

• White felt or cloth (24”x36”)

• Water bowl (approx. 3” deep)

• Fine mist spray bottle

• Ink dish (or sauce dish)

• White plate/saucer (not in OAS accessories set)

• Paper towels (not in OAS accessories set)

• Watercolor palette (included in OAS Brush/Color sets; but NOT in OAS Accessories set)

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Example of accessories set-up: