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For Beginners
I am a beginner so I have some reservations about investing in the best brushes. What should I do?
A bad brush is generally more frustrating for a beginner than an experienced painter. Save yourself the frustration. Instead of buying several inexpensive brushes treat yourself to one quality multi-purpose brush. OAS recommends the Orchid Bamboo Medium Brush (H2c); it is the best all-around brush.
What are the best books for beginners in the spontaneous style?
(BK1) Chinese Brush Painting: An Instructional Guide by Ning Yeh
(BK2) ABC of Chinese Brush Painting by Ning Yeh
(BK6) Flowers & Birds: A Perspective by O-Shi Yang
(BK7) 100 Flowers by O-shi Yang
(BK8) 100 Birds by O-shi Yang
(BK12) Ling Nan Style 1: Theories, Flowers, Vegetables by Lu Cheng-yuan
(BK13) Ling Nan Style 2: Insects, Fish, Birds by Lu Cheung-yuan
(Q011) Ling Nan Style 3: Landscapes by Lu Chueng-yuan