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Welcome to Relax with Chinese Painting – Peach and Paradise Flycatcher.
Course IntroductionIn this course, we’ll explore the gentle beauty and rich symbolism of two beloved subjects in Chinese art: the peach, a timeless symbol of longevity, and the paradise flycatcher, a bird of elegance and auspicious meaning.
You’ll learn to paint these subjects in the expressive style of Chinese freehand brushwork, also known as xieyi (寫意),where spirit comes before detail, and each stroke flows with feeling.
Welcome to Relax with Chinese Painting – Peach and Paradise Flycatcher.
Course IntroductionIn this course, we’ll explore the gentle beauty and rich symbolism of two beloved subjects in Chinese art: the peach, a timeless symbol of longevity, and the paradise flycatcher, a bird of elegance and auspicious meaning.
You’ll learn to paint these subjects in the expressive style of Chinese freehand brushwork, also known as xieyi (寫意),where spirit comes before detail, and each stroke flows with feeling.
This course is not just about painting—it’s also about slowing down, connecting with traditional culture, and finding peace in the rhythm of brush and ink. Whether you’re just starting out or returning to painting, you are warmly welcome here.
Let’s begin this creative journey together—with curiosity, calm, and joy.
Course Structure
Module 1: Getting Started: Spirit, Style, and Setup
Module 2: The Symbolic Heart of Longevity in Chinese Art
Module 3: Peach & Bird – From Simplicity to Spirit
Module 4: Painting Compositions
Module 5: Cultivating Skill and Spirit
Course Objective
Learn traditional Chinese freehand painting
Focus on the peach (桃) & paradise flycatcher (綬帶鳥)
Understand their cultural meanings & symbolism
Create 3 meaningful compositions step by step
Explore themes of longevity, harmony, and joy
Cultivate skill through observation, patience, and practice
Let painting become a path to self-expression and inner peace
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