Lotus. Gongbi Style

Author: Yang Zuo
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: The lotus is a traditional famous flower in China, also known as the lily, fulu, shuifurong, or shuizhi. It belongs to the Nelumbonaceae family. The lotus blooms gracefully on tranquil springs with an elevated and pure beauty. With a gentle breeze, its red flowers and green leaves sway gracefully, exuding an enchanting charm, as if divine. The lotus's exquisite beauty is noble and untainted, its fragrance deeply captivating the soul. Ancient scholars and literati often praised it. The lotus has also been a beloved subject for many painters, with masterful artists skilled in lotus painting emerging endlessly. As early as the Song Dynasty, there were meticulous brushwork paintings of lotuses, and the artistic techniques depicted were highly mature. This book provides an in-depth yet accessible introduction to the meticulous brushwork painting of lotuses, serving as a learning, reference, and practice guide for painting enthusiasts and beginners in art.