JULIAN CORNISH | WORKSHOPS
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2 Day | Saturday 7 – Sunday 8 September 2024
ONE BRUSHSTROKE – only 1 place left! An introduction to the skills and philosophy of Sumi-e painting. Participants will learn to describe nature with a few brushstrokes and the ‘colours’ of black ink and water. We will also observe the environment in the vicinity of our workshop through sketching. The two day workshop will provide a grounding in brush use and posture, the meditative approach, and the unique qualities of the oriental ink and absorbent papers. All levels |
4 Day | Monday 9 – Thursday 12 September 2024
MOUNTAIN AND TREE – SOLD OUT please click the email link below if you would like to go on the waiting list This workshop will be suited to people who have a keen interest and/ or experience in ink brush painting Using one brush, plus black ink and water, we will develop techniques for the painting of local flora, fauna and landscape. This will involve practice of brush techniques, sketching, and a willingness to do some basic mindfulness exercises. Our concern will be to paint directly to capture the spirit of the subject. Haiku poetry will also be an inspiration for our final works which will be attempted on oriental papers. All levels |
JULIAN CORNISH
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I have always loved painting and drawing, with a particular interest in oriental painting with its vibrancy, calligraphic line and use of space.
Attending classes by Andre Sollier, a master Sumi painter in the 1980s, led me to the disciplined and contemplative approach of Japanese painting. Further study with calligrapher-painter Richard Liddicut led to ongoing practice.
I paint with reverence for the skills and traditions of Sumi painting,
feeling drawn to the forms of our landscape from the sculptural forms of trees, to the calligraphy of gum leaves and the movement of insects.
This Sumi medium is utterly humbling, always insisting on presence with a meditative approach.
I enjoy introducing this medium to others and encouraging play and skill development with ink.
I have always loved painting and drawing, with a particular interest in oriental painting with its vibrancy, calligraphic line and use of space.
Attending classes by Andre Sollier, a master Sumi painter in the 1980s, led me to the disciplined and contemplative approach of Japanese painting. Further study with calligrapher-painter Richard Liddicut led to ongoing practice.
I paint with reverence for the skills and traditions of Sumi painting,
feeling drawn to the forms of our landscape from the sculptural forms of trees, to the calligraphy of gum leaves and the movement of insects.
This Sumi medium is utterly humbling, always insisting on presence with a meditative approach.
I enjoy introducing this medium to others and encouraging play and skill development with ink.
