Hong Kong Palace Museum | “The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Stories Untold — Figure Paintings of the Ming Dynasty from the Palace Museum” Exhibition Workshop: Chinese Painting Masterclass

Chen Hongshou (1598–1652) was a pioneer of transformative painting in the late Ming dynasty. He boldly developed a style of figure painting that revered antiquity while embracing the eccentric and fantastical.

In this workshop, you will have the opportunity to explore the peculiar world of Chen by replicating his painting Drunk Yang Shen with Flowers on His Head, featured in “The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Stories Untold — Figure Paintings of the Ming Dynasty from the Palace Museum” exhibition. With the guidance of the instructor, you will paint old trees, strange rocks, and bizarre figures, immersing yourself in the emotions of a vibrant group of late Ming literati.

This workshop includes:

• An introduction to the basic techniques of Chinese traditional painting.
• A demonstration of the painting composition and style involved.
• A hands-on session to create a transformative painting of your own style.

Please note:

• The workshop is open to participants of all skill levels. No prior experience is required.
• Exhibition Ticket Arrangement: This registration is for the captioned programme only. To visit our exhibitions, please click here.

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This activity accompanies the themed exhibition "The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Stories Untold — Figure Paintings of the Ming Dynasty from the Palace Museum". The exhibition is jointly organised by the Hong Kong Palace Museum and the Palace Museum. It is solely sponsored by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust.

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