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Materials List for UCLAx 11-Week Course

The following materials are recommended for the 11-week Art x430 Course

OVERVIEW

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

 

For best results, 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) BRUSH/COLOR SETS

For first-time students, CHOOSE ONE of three options. Click the “Description +" button on the OAS page for details.

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2) PAPER

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3) ADDITIONAL COLORS​

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4) ACCESSORIES: Items from HOME or OAS Accessories Set (click link)

  • 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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5) MATERIALS FOR WET MOUNTING (WEEK 5)

Most of the materials for wet mounting may be found at home or obtained from any store. Special items may be purchased online from Oriental Art Supply (OAS). Click the link below for the recommended materials list:

https://www.mayeefutterman.com/materials-mounting

 

Example of accessories set-up:

Set-up
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