This book examines the problems and difficulties in the art of Chinese brush painting. Trains the beginner to develop a reasoning mentality in approaching the art. Complete with explanations and step-by-step illustrations of common brush strokes. Brush painting, as a form of art, goes back to remote antiquity in China. The quintessence of Chinese artistic sensitivity is reflected in the towering landscapes, exquisite flowers and dainty insects so well-known throughout the world today. A single stroke creates a subtle spectrum of colour tones as the ink merges naturally on the paper. This spontaneous inkplay is the main characteristic of Chinese brush painting. Such work of art can be achieved by the student of brush painting with a basic kit of brush, black ink and handmade paper, and a minimum of brushstrokes. This is an invaluable step-by-step manual for the acquisition of essential skills in the art of brush painting.