Chinese Brush Painting Classes and Workshop

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 Instructor : James Tan

Graduated from the Singapore Academy of Art in 1972 and continued his studies with Chinese brush painting masters in Singapore, Taiwan and San Francisco until 1980 establishing himself as a master of the traditional and Lingnan schools of Chinese brush painting with his own distinctive style. He has taught and lectured extensively world-wide, including The National Museum Art Gallery (Singapore), The Victoria and Albert Museum in London. and annual lecture/demonstration at the Arts in Action in London, U.K.

Mr. Tan has won an extensive list of awards and honors and has exhibited extensively. 36 one-man shows in Singapore, Japan, Thailand, Dubai, Bahrain, Australia, England, Germany, the U.S.A., and Canada.  James' recent works retain the same exquisite quality that has made his name synonymous with creativity and true excellence around the world. His works are represented in international private and corporate collections. world-wide. Several books have been published featuring his and his students works.

Lectures and Demonstrations

James gives lectures and demonstrations on the history and art of Chinese brush painting to small and large groups in such settings as the National Museum Art Gallery (Singapore), and The Victoria and Albert Museum in London.  He also gives demonstrations annually at the "Art in Action" festival organized by the Art Department of The School of Economic Science, London.

 

 

 

  All Lectures and Demonstrations can be arranged,  please contact James for more information and availability.  604-677-4082

 

 

2  day workshop

Small groups, more personal attention and achievement.

Select your own 2 days Painting Workshop

Weekday or Weekend Workshop Series   for all levels

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chinese Brush Painting Class

Small groups, more personal attention and achievement.

Select your Chinese Brush Painting Class

Weekday or Weekend,

 

morning 11.00am - 1.00pm or

afternoon 2.00pm - 5.00 pm  

 

for all levels

 

 

Correspondence Course

Thank you for your interest in my Chinese brush painting correspondence course. Here are the guidelines and terms and conditions. Please fill out the application form below and any questions you may have. and we will be contact you.  

GENERAL COURSE GUIDELINES

OBJECTIVES: The objective of James Tan’s correspondence courses is to raise the general understanding and standards of Chinese brush painting and to promote and further develop Chinese culture.

COVERAGE:  Classes will be conducted by mail and email in a step-by-step tutorial fashion designed to increase students’ skill and interest in the art of Chinese brush painting.  Major topics include:

1.   Both traditional and Lingnan schools of Chinese brush painting techniques.

2.   Fundamental theories underlying Chinese brush painting to include proper use of brush, proper use of ink and color, and the techniques of copying and imitating and composition.

3.   Subjects:  flowers, birds, animals, landscapes, vegetables, insects and fish.

 

 

 for more information contact James

Tel: 604-6774082