As you know, my family and I attended the China now! festival and saw a number of artisans from China who create using their hands. We did not see the artist who used the ink tools below as he was taking a break.
We did, however, admire the drawing he was creating with the black ink.
Next to this station was the man responsible for giving colour to the drawings. Using a fine tipped brush, he painted in the drawings that are so synonymous with Chinese culture.
As we watched, he painted in a small section of the drawing with small, fine strokes.
I have seen many pictures like this in the past – many of them photocopies. The copier does not do justice to the textures and tones that this artist was creating.
Do you enjoy looking at Chinese-style paintings?
© Colline Kook-Chun, 2014
(This post was written to be a part of Paula’s Thursday Special. Head on over to her to see what other interesting submissions have been made.)
Photos of other Chinese artisans I have shared so far:
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Oh yes, I do, but I prefer drawings like the one at the beginning of the post. Thank you for sharing this delightful art, Colline. I will come back to see the other related posts and other posts I missed due to holidays. Talk later 🙂
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It was a pity we did not see the person drawing at work – that would have been so interesting for my daughters to see as they enjoy drawing themselves.
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Very much special, Colline! What a wonderful experience of being there 🙂
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It was fascinating to see all the artists Amy. We spent a long time watching each one. This is why we enjoy these festivals – always something new to see.
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They are brilliant Colline 🙂
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Thank you Jake.
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I do like Chinese paintings, traditional and modern. It’s a very visual culture with lots of different styles.
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I think I have to have a look at more styles. I normally only see what they sell in Chinatown.
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I love the paintings ❤
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I do too. I was surprised they did not have any in sale.
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I love the vibrant colors. I’m a fan of all types of art, even if I don’t understand it, I still appreciate it. I’ve always wanted to be an artist, but lack the imagination and skills to put my ideas on canvas.
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You are an artist of another kind though – an artist with words. Not everyone has that skill.
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I love Chinese paintings. They are always so colorful and I love the subtle colours they use. Such a talented artist! Great post Colline. 😀
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I love their colours too. I am amazed by how they are able to shade their work using the paint.
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They sure are amazing artists. 😀
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I do, very much, Colline. I love the effect you’ve created with that first shot, too 🙂
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Thank you. That is me playing with Instagram. Not as interesting as he effects you have been using Jo 🙂
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Such a benevolent face the artist has drawn there in black and white . the coloured paintings are delightful full of verve !
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That face is seen so often in Chinese drawings. You have got me to wondering why it is so 🙂
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What a great experience you had, so unique and the drawings so intricate.
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We love the drawings. My daughter wishes she had seen the artist in action.
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Fascinating! Yes, I would love to see art like this being done in person!
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And I can imagine you writing a beautiful poem on it Christy 🙂
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Awww … I would love that! I hope you’re having a great day, Colline 🙂
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Enjoying the last few days of the school vacation 🙂
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@”Do you enjoy looking at Chinese-style paintings?…” – of course… 🙂 we’ve been to Taiwan 4 times and our daughter-in-law is a wonderful and smart Taiwanese gal, perfectly trilingual: Chinese, English and French… 🙂
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It is always helpful when you have someone close who can introduce you to the art and culture 🙂
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I never bought any printed copy art frames. Superb photographic images, Colline. SUPERB!
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Thank you so much Rommel.
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I like looking at Chinese paintings. I like the clean lines and the graceful calligraphy that often go with them though I do not understand a thing about calligraphy.
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Their form of writing is certainly an art – so beautiful.
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Beautiful Colline, they do have a beautiful way of portraying art and their writings.
Each piece is a masterpiece in its own right.
I recall watching the artists in Chile doing matchstick carvings, so intricate and beautiful art.
Many countries have great artisans, all portraying beauty.
Regards
Ian
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Matchstick carvings – such intricate and amazing work.
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