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.
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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SET A: Western/Chinese Set (click link)—Recommended
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SET C: Budget-friendly Chinese Watercolor Tube Set (click link)
2) PAPER
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9 pcs Premium Double 'Jade Plate' Xuan 1/3 cut sheets (approx. 18"x27") (click)
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OAS Thick Pi Paper
4) ACCESSORIES: Items from HOME or OAS Accessories Set (click link)
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White felt or cloth (24”x36”)
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Water bowl (approx. 3” deep)
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Fine mist spray bottle
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Ink dish (or sauce dish)
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White plate/saucer (not in OAS accessories set)
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Paper towels (not in OAS accessories set)
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Watercolor palette (included in OAS Brush/Color sets; but NOT in OAS Accessories set)
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:
