In this 3-hour workshop, you will experience the joy of “Sumi mark-making” with the unique Sumi brush and various other tools, both commercial and makeshift or handmade. You will explore how the gestural marks are made using a variety of techniques and paper textures. We will focus on creating broadsides that can be cut up and used for many other purposes, such as cards, calligraphy, books and mobiles.

How it will work on Zoom

Shortly before the first class, Sally will email more information and a Zoom link for entering the class.

Date & Time

Saturday, May 11, 2024 10:00 AM – 1:00 PDT

Tools / Supplies:

• A medium size sumi brush—one that comes to a nice point when wet

• Pointed pen, folded pen (if you have one) and other favorite writing tools

• Foam brush, 1” and/or 2” wide

• Sumi ink (e.g., Yasitomo or Moon Palace)

• Two small saucers for holding sumi (like small dipping sauce dish)

• Pad of 9 x 12 or 11 x 14 watercolor paper (preferably cold-press, with texture)

• Plastic mat for work surface (e.g., “chopping mats” from Dollar Tree)

• Various papers—some smooth, some textured like watercolor paper

• Various makeshift tools, such as small pieces of mat board (1/2” to 2” wide), empty t.p. roll, craft sticks, Q-tips, plastic scrubber, lichen or twigs, etc.)...anything you can think of that would make some interesting marks with ink

• Wide-mouth water container (or two) and paper towels.

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