Published Friday, September 20, 2024


Hosted by the South Coast Chinese Cultural Center, the "Fan Painting Workshop" took place in the center's multifunctional classroom on the second floor. Participants not only listened to the instructor's introduction to the four treasures of the study and traditional Chinese ink painting but also learned how to depict the "Four Gentlemen" (plum blossom, orchid, bamboo, and chrysanthemum) on fan surfaces. 

The workshop attracted participants of all ages, from young to old. Invited by the  South Coast Chinese Cultural Center, teacher Lan Shih-hao first introduced the history of the four treasures and ink painting in English, showcasing precious artifacts from the Palace Museum. This sparked a deep interest in Chinese cultural treasures among all attendees, creating an enthusiastic atmosphere.

Teacher Lan explained that to paint on a fan surface, one must prepare brush pens, rice paper fan surfaces, ink, and a palette. Fine brushes are suitable for detailing flowers and grasses, while broader brushes are used to outline bamboo stalks. For the plum blossom, the petals are star-shaped; using a fine brush dipped in light ink, one must gently depict the petals, paying attention to the variation in brush pressure to create a natural sense of layering. The branches are then outlined with a fine brush, bending to show the resilience of the plum blossom in winter.

The leaves of orchids are long and elegant. One should lightly draw the shape of the leaves with a brush, adding subtle ink strokes, and then depict the orchid flowers, usually composed of several petals, presenting an elegant posture. Bamboo is characterized by its uprightness and strength. Using a broader brush, one should paint the bamboo stalks from bottom to top, then use a fine brush for the leaves, ensuring they have lively curves to enhance the overall vitality of the painting. Chrysanthemums offer rich layers and colors; one can choose various color combinations, layering the petals with a fine brush before adding green for the leaves, making the artwork more vibrant.

In the past, South Coast Chinese Cultural Center offered various cultural activities for members, such as making sachets and wearing Hanfu, which were very well-received. In this workshop, Fu Mumei, the founding principal of the Irvine Chinese School, also participated. She shared that while painting, she felt a bit nervous, but as the Four Gentlemen gradually took shape, her anxiety transformed into satisfaction. Each stroke allowed her to appreciate the significance and beauty of these plants. Additionally, parents and children collaborated in the activity, fostering a special connection through art.

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由南海岸中華文化中心舉辦的「扇面書畫工作坊﹁活動,在中心二樓多功能教室舉行,學員們不僅聆聽老師對中國傳統文房四寶和水墨畫的介紹,也在現場學習如何在扇面上畫下“四君子”(梅、蘭、竹、菊)的圖案,在老師專業的指導,大家不僅增添了信心,更在學著一橫一豎作畫同時,感受到利用毛筆作畫的不同體驗。

在「扇面書畫工作坊﹁活動中,學員涵括老、中、青,由南海岸中華文化中心特邀的藍仕豪老師,先是用英文為所有學員講述關於中國傳統文房四寶和水墨畫的歷史,還展示許多來自故宮博物院的珍貴文物照片,讓所有學員對中國傳統文化瑰寶,產生濃厚興趣,全場氣氛熱烈。

藍仕豪老師表示,要在扇面上作畫,首先要準備毛筆、宣紙扇面、墨汁和調色盤。其中細毛筆適合描繪花草,而粗毛筆則用來勾勒竹幹等。像梅花的花瓣呈五角星狀,用細毛筆蘸上淡墨,輕輕地描繪出梅花的花瓣,要注意筆觸的輕重變化,讓花瓣呈現自然的層次感。然後再用細筆勾勒出梅枝,並讓枝條彎曲,以顯示出梅花在寒冬中的堅強。

蘭花的葉子細長而優雅,先用毛筆輕輕地畫出葉片形狀,然後在葉片上加上些微墨痕,並再用細筆繪製蘭花的花朵,通常是由數片花瓣組成,呈現出優雅的姿態。而竹子的特徵在它的挺拔和剛毅。用較粗的毛筆,從下往上畫出竹幹,再用細筆畫出竹葉,竹葉要有生動的曲線,讓整體畫面顯得更有活力。而菊花有著豐富的層次與顏色,可選擇不同顏色組合,先用細筆一層層地畫出菊花的花瓣,然後再用綠色畫出菊葉,讓整幅畫作更加生動。

南海岸中華文化中心過去針對會員,曾陸續推出製作香包、穿漢服等文化活動,受到極大歡迎,在這次「扇面書畫工作坊﹁活動中,爾灣中文學校創校校長符慕美枝也特別參加。她表示在作畫過程中,會有些緊張,但隨著四君子逐漸成形,所有的緊張都化為滿足感,同時每一筆每一畫,更加體會自己對這些植物所代表的意義與美感。而在活動中,也有父母和孩子們一筆一畫地共同創作,在藝術中培養出一種特別的聯繫。

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