About this Event
Asian brush painting demands a balance of skill, mindfulness, and intuition. Each stroke is final — there’s no erasing, no second chances. When "heart, mind, and hand are in accord," the results can be truly magical. Learn the relaxing art of sumi brush painting with renown artist and teacher Bruce Iverson.
In this hands-on, day-long workshop, participants will learn the philosophy of sumi brush painting and calligraphy, and then practice the art themselves while learning to paint Iris. Iris is often called the “butterfly flower” and is a summertime favorite. Additional instruction will be given in painting a “swallow” to complete the traditional “host-guest” relationship in Asian brush painting. Each person will create two finished projects and leave with several handouts for practicing at home.
Bruce will have all materials available to use during the workshop so that you can complete the projects. This year we are offering the option to purchase a brush painting supply kit that you can have to take with you and continue working at home. These are the materials that Bruce recommends and include a brush, ink, inkstone and a roll of rice paper. This is optional; everything you need for the class is provided. You can select this to purchase when you check out.
About the Teacher
Bruce is a teaching artist and specializes in traditional Asian Brush Painting (Sumi-e). He has been painting since 1972 and for the past many years has been teaching workshops and classes in various venues across New England, including the Fitchburg Art Museum), The Currier Art Museum, Japan Society of Boston, River Gallery School, and Ikebana Flower. He has also taught at the Chicago Botanic Garden and the Fairchild Botanic Garden in Coral Gables Florida. You can learn more about his art and classes at Iversonarts.com.
Tickets
Tickets are $175 for members (with member discount code) and $185 for non-members which includes admission to the gardens for the day. Class is limited to 15 students. No previous art experience is needed. Best for older teens and adults.
Instruction and use of supplies and materials are provided. You can choose to purchase a brush painting kit for home use which you will receive at the start of class and take with you at the end. The cost of the kit is $75, is optional, and can be purchased as an add on during check out up until June 30th.
Cancellation Policy: If you are unable to attend, please let us know 48 hours in advance of the class start time in order to receive a refund. Note that Eventbrite Fees are non-refundable.
Weather Related Cancellations: We will assess the weather the morning of the workshop and send a notification to all attendees if extreme or severe weather is forecast.
Want to know more about our programs this season? of art, gardening and environmental activities, talks and workshops including tours, paid and free-with-admission offerings.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Bedrock Gardens, 19 High Road, Lee, United States
USD 75.00 to USD 199.26
