Japanese painting course: sumi-e
The course consists of 8 sessions lasting 2-2.5 hours each.
Classes will take place on Wednesdays once a week. No special preparation is needed, suitable for both beginners and those with basic skills.
Sumi-e is not just painting; it's the art of conveying the soul with a brush. In this master class, you will immerse yourself in a world of tranquility and beauty, learning to work with the energy of the moment.
In a friendly atmosphere, we will step by step explore working with ink and watercolor on rice paper, starting with simple techniques and gradually progressing to more complex ones. Additionally, each session will include meditation and tea time to make our learning experience even more enjoyable. Let's create beautiful artworks together and learn to see the beauty in the world around us!
Course Program:
LESSON 1. Orchid Introduction to the technique. First steps in working with ink and rice paper. Hand positioning. Creating the first composition.
LESSON 2. Irises. Continuing to work with lines, practicing brush pressure. Learning to analyze the structure of the flower, its unfolding. Practicing gradients and composition. Creating a composition of irises.
LESSON 3. Lilies. Learning to create different angles of the flower. Paying attention to outlining. Trying to work with saturation. Creating a composition of lilies.
LESSON 4. Chrysanthemums. Learning to assemble buds from small petals. Exploring the basic laws of composition. Attempting to convey mood. Creating a composition of chrysanthemums.
LESSON 5. Peonies. Learning to work with light and shadow. Combining voluminous flowers with foliage. Working with aerial perspective. Creating a composition of peonies.
LESSON 6. Bamboo. Learning a new technique of working with lines. Practicing composition. Analyzing the structure of bamboo branches, learning to group leaves. Creating a composition of bamboo.
LESSON 7. Camellia. Working with the dry brush technique. Practicing spatial work. Learning to connect the stem with the flowers. Creating a composition of camellia branches.
LESSON 8. Sakura. Working with brush moisture. Learning how to better arrange branches. Trying to create groups of flowers. Creating a composition of sakura branches.
The special feature of this technique lies in the authentic Eastern materials used:
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rice paper
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ink made from pine
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soot Eastern brushes
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watercolor paints
All materials are provided during the classes.
Course starts on May 22nd.
Classes will take place on Wednesdays at 18:30.
Course fee is 1020 PLN (payment in installments is possible), 920 PLN when paid in full.
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Course teacher
Margarita Kazerskaya
In my professional journey, I combined two passions - love for Japanese culture and art. I was attracted to the art of sumi-e after visiting Japan, where I was already captivated by the beauty and harmony of Japanese nature. My passion began with kendo, Japanese fencing, but later I discovered sumi-e and since then brush and ink have become my faithful companions.
I am inspired by nature and strive to share this inspiring energy with my students.
I have an art pedagogical education and more than five years of teaching experience. My goal is not only to impart knowledge, but also to inspire my students to be creative and express themselves through the art of sumi-e.
Course teacher
Margarita Kazerskaya
In my professional journey, I combined two passions - love for Japanese culture and art. I was attracted to the art of sumi-e after visiting Japan, where I was already captivated by the beauty and harmony of Japanese nature. My passion began with kendo, Japanese fencing, but later I discovered sumi-e and since then brush and ink have become my faithful companions.
I am inspired by nature and strive to share this inspiring energy with my students.
I have an art pedagogical education and more than five years of teaching experience. My goal is not only to impart knowledge, but also to inspire my students to be creative and express themselves through the art of sumi-e.