Master Brushes of Chinese Painting Series

<p>The lotus flower has long been cherished by viewers-some for its vibrant vitality others for its symbolism of noble character and integrity. The author meticulously breaks down the techniques for depicting the bloom distinguishes the forms of the lotus pod at different stages of maturity and demonstrates multi-angled approaches to painting lotus leaves offering a detailed analysis of every part of the lotus. Drawing on extensive painting experience the book then guides readers step by step through the complete process of creating a freehand brushwork lotus piece-progressing from basic steps to adding complementary elements. Moving from individual components to the whole composition the instruction deepens gradually to facilitate learning. The latter part of the book showcases the author's own works in diverse styles as well as classic ancient paintings providing examples for appreciation and practice to students of the art. An epilogue also includes compositional layouts inscriptions and colophons for further study and reference.</p><p>荷花素为观者所喜，或喜其蓬勃生机，或以之喻人格节操。作者细致解析花头的表现技法，区分莲蓬的老嫩形态，展现荷叶的更方位画法，细致剖析荷花的每个局部；再结合绘画经验，从基本步骤到增添趣景，详细介绍写意荷花完整作品的作画过程。从局部到整体，由浅入深，引导学习。书尾还展示了作者不同风格的作品以及经典古画，供学者欣赏与临摹；书尾还有构图、题跋等材料可供学习、参考。</p>