Course details
This foundation course provides a basic and systematic approach to traditional Chinese ink painting techniques. It introduces students to the use and care of basic ink painting materials. Studio practice includes basic brush strokes in the xieyi or spontaneous style, the outline or meticulous style and the integrated style of painting.
Terms and conditions
Students will be presented a Certificate upon successful completion of all 4 short courses and passing all required assessment.
COURSE MODULES
Chinese Painting 1 - Traditional
This course is an introduction to basic ink painting materials and the basic brush strokes of Chinese Ink Painting. The painting of Plum Blossom, Chinese Orchid, Bamboo and Chrysanthemum will be studied in the xieyi or spontaneous style. There will also be exploration of techniques of lines, dots and ink tone variations.
Chinese Painting 2 - Flowers
This course includes the study and painting of flowers of the four seasons in both the outline and spontaneous style. Attention to use of colour and correct brush loading will part of the painting practice.
Chinese Painting 3 - Flowers and Birds
This course includes the painting of flowers and birds as well as swimming fowls. Attention will be paid to form and structure in the study of flowers and birds. Brush techniques include the lift, pressure and pause movements of the brush.
Chinese Painting 4 - Fruits and Vegetables
This course includes the study of fruits and vegetables with attention to good composition and the use of Chinese ink and colour, using both the wet and dry brush techniques.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must be 17 years old & above.
Prerequisites for registration of short courses
- For Chinese Painting 2, applicants need to complete Chinese Painting 1 (within a year)
- For Chinese Painting 3, applicants need to complete Chinese Painting 1 & 2 (within a year)
- For Chinese Painting 4, applicants need to complete Chinese Painting 1, 2 & 3 (within a year)
Course Location
About Nanyang Academy Of Fine Arts
NAFA currently has eight Departments: 3D Design, Arts Management and Education, Design and Media, Fine Art, Fashion Studies, Dance, Music and Theatre. The Academy conducts a comprehensive range of full-time diploma courses and delivers degree programmes in partnership with reputable universities from Singapore and the UK. Courses are taught by an international faculty of academics and leading arts practitioners who are passionate about imparting lifelong skills in the arts. Courses are designed to enable students to think critically, creatively and independently and at the same time master important technical skills in a disciplined and structured pace. Engagement and partnerships with industry, the arts community and cultural organisations are regular features and part of the learning process to help our students acquire a repertoire of complex skills-set and knowledge.
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