Drawing With The Brush

Christine Forbes
Draw nature your own, unique way inspired by East Asian artistic traditions.
This practical book introduces the art of brush drawing to complete beginners. It explains how to recreate the serene beauty of the natural world, including the Four Noble Plants, with minimal marks. All you need is a brush, ink and paper. Learn about brush drawing through the simple exercises that this book demonstrates and discover a place to ‘be’ that arises through doing rather than thinking.
The brush – explore mark, line and textures Inspiration from nature – draw leaves and flowers, as well as trees and landscapes
Practical exercises – be guided through step-by-step instructions
Contemplation – find peacefulness through the brush and the process.
Drawing With The Brush by Christine Forbes

About the author

CHRISTINE FORBES is a well-respected artist and teacher, who has embraced the philosophies and drawing practices from the East. She has developed her own approach to the art of the brush, which is based on Chinese ink drawing and painting.



Press Reviews

This is a thorough and comprehensive guide that will advance your understanding and working methods.

- Henry Malt, The Artist

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