Thank you so much for sharing these works of art and beauty! I truly wish I would live closer to your place to perhaps learn from you in person... Your videos inspired me, among the MANY you could find on RUclips, the most. Such an expression in every stroke... Thanks again...
Thanks, Samantha, for your lovely comment! Fact is, I AM dancing when I paint! For me the whole body is engaged in the creative act (you should see my hips wiggle!).
Absolutely beautiful to see your Dancing Brush Virginia. Can you pls. tell me where you bought the paper, does May have it? thank you for your inspiration !!
Sorry I missed your comment earlier, Kalpa! This is a raw xuan - I think it was single, but I don't remember (oops!). My experience with most xuan papers is that they need to be stored for several years to make them optimal for use. Otherwise the moisture content tends to make the ink blur.
Your painting and even calligraphy are all amazing! I have so many questions, but mainly, where did you learn the way Chinese brush painting? Here in Philadelphia there doesn't appear to be any opportunities aside from what I learn from you online. Thanks for all of your work, it's truly unique and inspiring.
Thanks, Denny! So glad to know I've been of help! See if there is a Sumi-e Society in Philadelphia; if so, they may offer workshops. I will be teaching a 3-day workshop at the DC chapter in early May of 2015. I studied under a master painter from China for 26 years. His name is I-Hsiung Ju. His books and videos are for sale on his website. Good luck and happy painting!
What are your thoughts on Chinese watercolors vs. western watercolors on Xuan paper? Do they really not play nice when mixed with sumi ink & get muddy?
Ha! Good question! I find it depends on the individual colors. Ning Yeh at Oriental Art Supply lists western colors that he has found to work well on xuan. Any color, western or Chinese, will tend to go muddy when mixed with ink. Thanks for asking!
Thanks for asking. Wei Jen is a close approximation in sound to "Virginia" in Mandarin. Wei translates as "nothing but" and Jen is "compassion" or "love".
Love the lightness of touch, the fluidity; well done!
And your brush danced very well indeed! Loved your demo!
Thanks, Helen! Glad you liked it! You may enjoy my book "Mindful Artist: Sumi-e Painting", due out this December.
i hope you are well. loving each video
Thanks, Khadija! All is well this end. Hope all is well for you too! Much love!
Thank you so much for sharing these works of art and beauty! I truly wish I would live closer to your place to perhaps learn from you in person... Your videos inspired me, among the MANY you could find on RUclips, the most. Such an expression in every stroke... Thanks again...
+onlythistube Thank you for your kind feedback! I wish you joy and inspiration in every stroke!
another brilliant painting, looking forward to the next one.
Thanks, Techman!
Very pleasing to watch... thanks.
Thanks, Julia! You can see more of my paintings on my website joyfulbrush.
Your painting is amazing
Thank you!
You paint like you are dancing. Virginia, you are amazing and very inspiring.
Thanks, Samantha, for your lovely comment! Fact is, I AM dancing when I paint! For me the whole body is engaged in the creative act (you should see my hips wiggle!).
That's awesome haha. :)
Lovely touch
Thanks!
You are fascinating to watch! Amazing and beautifully done.
Thanks!
Very beautiful!!!🥰🥰❤
Thanks, Elisabeth! Glad you're enjoying my videos!
So enchanting!
Thanks, inna ka!
Merveilleux merci madame de votre talent !
Ravie de lire votre commentaire!
Philinte Peinture vu
Beautiful air of roses. Interesting combination of Chinese art and Occidental Spirit. A good inspiration for me. It's wonderful to see your work .
so nice! i like every video from you.
Thanks for your encouraging words! I have put your comment on my facebook page: Virginia Lloyd-Davies, Joyful Brush.
Absolutely beautiful to see your Dancing Brush Virginia. Can you pls. tell me where you bought the paper, does May have it? thank you for your inspiration !!
Sorry I missed your comment earlier, Kalpa! This is a raw xuan - I think it was single, but I don't remember (oops!). My experience with most xuan papers is that they need to be stored for several years to make them optimal for use. Otherwise the moisture content tends to make the ink blur.
Love this!
Thanks, Jonathan!
Your painting and even calligraphy are all amazing! I have so many questions, but mainly, where did you learn the way Chinese brush painting? Here in Philadelphia there doesn't appear to be any opportunities aside from what I learn from you online. Thanks for all of your work, it's truly unique and inspiring.
Thanks, Denny! So glad to know I've been of help! See if there is a Sumi-e Society in Philadelphia; if so, they may offer workshops. I will be teaching a 3-day workshop at the DC chapter in early May of 2015. I studied under a master painter from China for 26 years. His name is I-Hsiung Ju. His books and videos are for sale on his website. Good luck and happy painting!
amei a técnica!
fascinates!
What are your thoughts on Chinese watercolors vs. western watercolors on Xuan paper? Do they really not play nice when mixed with sumi ink & get muddy?
Ha! Good question! I find it depends on the individual colors. Ning Yeh at Oriental Art Supply lists western colors that he has found to work well on xuan. Any color, western or Chinese, will tend to go muddy when mixed with ink. Thanks for asking!
Virginia Lloyd-Davies ---Thanks for your reply! Is a sunflower demonstration possible?
May I ask you in what language is you oriental name? Is the translation of Virginia? please tell us the story. Thanks
Thanks for asking. Wei Jen is a close approximation in sound to "Virginia" in Mandarin. Wei translates as "nothing but" and Jen is "compassion" or "love".
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