A Thousand Variations of Peonies in Painting -- Series II of New Chinese Painting Training

Author: Yang Hongwei
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Publish Date: 2006-03-01
Features: Peonies are known as the "Queen of Flowers" and are the top among China's ten famous flowers. With large blooms, lush leaves, and a wide variety of breeds, peony flowers boast elegant and luxurious shapes, as well as dazzling and vibrant colors. For thousands of years, they have been beloved by the Chinese people and are often referred to as the "Flower of Wealth and Honor." Peonies have been a favored subject for poets and artists throughout history, and many captivating stories about peonies are passed down in folklore. In the history of Chinese art, since the Tang Dynasty, there have been numerous skilled painters of peonies, and the modern art scene is even more renowned for its masterpieces. Peony paintings generally fall into two styles: meticulous brushwork and freehand painting. The book introduces the techniques of freehand peony painting. The book's features include not only detailed step-by-step instructions but also close-up shots of peony blooms in various colors, shapes, and angles, as well as the diverse combinations of flowers, leaves, stems, and branches. Additionally, the book includes a wealth of complete peony paintings and masterpieces by renowned artists for readers to reference during practice and creation.