Relax With Chinese Painting - Crane & Pine Tree

Chinese Freehand Painting

What you'll learn

Paint cranes and pine trees in a freehand style using traditional techniques

Understand and apply the cultural symbolism behind your subjects

Compose meaningful, expressive artworks inspired by centuries of Chinese tradition

Experience painting as a mindful, calming, and creative form of self-expression

Requirements

No special skills, but some necessary tools, such as paper and brushes

Description

Welcome to Relax with Chinese Painting – Crane & Pine Tree, a course designed to guide you into the calm, expressive world of traditional Chinese freehand painting, while exploring the deep cultural meanings behind one of its most cherished subjects.In this course, we’ll not only learn how to paint cranes and pine trees using traditional materials and brush techniques—we’ll also discover the stories, values, and symbolism woven into each stroke. You’ll gain both technical skills and cultural insight, allowing you to create artwork that is rich in feeling and meaning.Course StructureModule 1: Introduction to Freehand PaintingModule 2: The Spirit and Tradition of Longevity PaintingModule 3: Painting Techniques – Crane & PineModule 4: Painting CompositionsModule 5: Final Thoughts & Creative ExpansionCourse ObjectivePaint cranes and pine trees in a freehand style using traditional techniquesUnderstand and apply the cultural symbolism behind your subjectsCompose meaningful, expressive artworks inspired by centuries of Chinese traditionExperience painting as a mindful, calming, and creative form of self-expressionWhether you are completely new to Chinese painting or looking to deepen your connection with this art, this course offers a quiet space to explore, create, and reflect.Let your brush move with purpose, and enjoy the beauty that unfolds.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Section 2: Symbolism of Longevity Painting

Lecture 2 The Spirit and Tradition of Longevity Painting

Section 3: Painting Techniques

Lecture 3 Crane Painting

Lecture 4 Pine Painting

Section 4: Painting Composition

Lecture 5 Composition 1

Lecture 6 Composition 2

Section 5: Final Thoughts & Creative Expansion

Lecture 7 Final Thoughts & Creative Expansion

You are passionate about Chinese traditional art,You would like to learn more about the "hidden meanings" of the oriental art,You would like to learn to paint crane and pine tree