The principles of Indian ink

WHAT IS THE INDIAN INK CLASS

Over the centuries artists have employed Chinese ink creatively in an astonishing variety of ways.
This course will familiarise you with various techniques and materials including:

• ink wash
• drawing in ink with reed
• and use a dry brush with ink

What will you learn?

• Difference between indian aka Chinese ink and calligraphy ink
• to sharpen a reed like a pro
• to sharpen a feather like a pro
• to draw in ink with a reed
• to draw in ink with a dry brush
• to draw in ink wash
• to create a wide range of atmospheres and effects from crisp, bold solid blacks to poetic painterly effects

You will produce several drawings in each technique. We will vary the subject from still life to life model.

You will learn not only how to use but also how to make some of the tools like sharpening a reed or a feather like a professional.

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE CLASS?

All materials and life model are included in the cost. Various papers for working on, Indian ink, brushes, reeds, dry brush, reed and knives. Refreshments: coffee, tea, wine, water beer and biscuits.

WHAT TO BRING:

Please bring clothes that can get dirty and, positive creative energy,

We will send out details over the class prior to the day you attend, the email will contain all the information you need to know about the class and the studio.

WHERE

The ink class is taught in our beautiful Neukölln attic studio in the heart of the art district and far from the bustle of the street.