To enhance the overall user experience:
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Video Participation: Since we won’t be meeting face-to-face in a physical classroom, it would be great if we could connect through video during our virtual meetings. It’s a more personal way to engage with each other. However, if you prefer not to use video, adding a profile picture can provide a glimpse of your real self. Please don’t worry if you can’t use video or add a profile picture; it’s not mandatory. Our goal is to ensure everyone has the best possible learning experience with the resources available in our online setup.
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Mute During Demo: During the demo, we’ll have everyone muted. You can also unmute yourself for discussions or asking questions.
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Art Materials: If you don’t have the exact colors Danny is using or if you run out of art materials like paper or brushes, don’t worry. You can use your exiing color and we will help you to find replacement color in the class. You may also reach out to [email protected] for advice or order supplies through our online store.
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Enjoy the Class: Lastly, remember to have fun and enjoy yourself during the class! We’re here to learn and create together.
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Use Real Names: To help with identification and a sense of connection, please use your real or registered name as your profile name.
Art supplies list for Chinese brush painting and watercolor class:
Watercolor
Indigo
Cad Yellow Light
Lemon Yellow
Magenta
Alizarin crimson
Burnt Sienna
Burnt Umber
Cerulean blue
Cobalt blue
Ultramarine blue
Phthalo Green
Sap green
Yellow Ochre
Cad orange
Payne’s Grey/Neutral Tint
Paper
Most watercolor painters find that a good quality 140 lb cold press finish watercolor paper meets most needs. You can get this in a convenient watercolor pad that will help organize your work
Cold Press (Minimum 140lbs/300gsm)
9″ x 12″ or no bigger than 11″ x 14″
MDF board to support he paper if you do not have watercolor pad
Brush
You can paint using only three brushes, but these must be watercolor brushes. Sable is best, golden taklon also works well and costs less. Don’t buy brushes that are too small. We recommend these basic brushes
Round 2-16, pick 3-5 different sizes
Flat 2-16, pick 2-4 different sizes (one 3/4 inches is good)
Others
HB/2B Pencil
Kneadable Eraser
Masking tape 3/4″
Masking fluid (optional)
ADDITIONAL TOOLS
Some basic tools to get you started:
Watercolor palette for mixing colors: white ceramic tray or several small, white dishes, or a good quality closable artists palette
HB, 2B sketching pencil
Kneaded rubber eraser
Plastic water containers (2). Not glass! Cottage cheese or yogurt containers are excellent.
Roll of paper towels.
Chinese brush painting
Color
Indigo
Cad Yellow Light
Phthalo Blue
Phthalo Green
Lemon Yellow
Magenta
Alizarin Crimson
Burnt Sienna
Chinese Ink
Shinhan Poster Color
White/Opaque White
Permanent Yellow
Yellow Orange
Paper & Brush
White Cloud small
Vine Brush
Orchid & Bamboo
Paper
Xuan paper (single OR double)
Sized Xuan paper
Others
Blanket, water bucket , paper towel,
Work critiques
Our class participants have discovered a wonderful space to connect with fellow art enthusiasts, unwind, and fully engage in the painting experience. If you’re interested in receiving feedback from Danny on your classwork, please send an email to [email protected] and attach your image. Rest assured, we will maintain your anonymity and provide constructive critiques of your practice paintings during the lesson.
