SUMI-E: THE ART OF JAPANESE INK PAINTING
Next Class:
New Date To Be Announced
Cost:
$55 per person
We will require a minimum of 5 people for classes to run. Perhaps bring a friend! We will email you to confirm the class.
Class location:
294-296 Hay St, Subiaco, inside the Multicultural Language Centre.
Sundays have free street parking along Hay St right outside our building.
OTHER DAYS + TIMES + PRIVATE OR CORPORATE GROUP BOOKINGS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST, AT YOUR LOCATION OR IN OUR STUDIO, enquire via email to hello@studiosubi.com.au
Introduction to Sumi-e.
An introductory class to Sumi-e, Japanese carbon-ink brush painting.
After some foundation history and background on this Japanese art, we begin the practical section of the workshop by learning techniques to holding the brush, Yumi will guide you through techniques to getting the right pigment of ink to paint a traditional sumi-e art on rice paper.
The teacher will be pre-selecting the theme for the class, you can make a request for your preference in your booking notes.
Recommended for first time beginners: Bamboo or Asian Wild Orchid.
Suitable for repeat students: Cherry Blossom and Chrysanthemum.
You will experience far-eastern philosophical art and techniques that are different from western painting.
All materials will be supplied.
As a bonus, you will have your name converted to Japanese or Chinese characters, if you haven’t already had this done for you before.
This form of art is not only enjoyable to learn, you'll experience how to paint with carbon-ink and brush, but you’ll also be surprised at how much better you can concentrate and be tranquil at the same time, as is the calming nature of the Japanese culture.
Coming to class:
Please arrive 10 minutes before class to settle in, and wear dark clothing in case the black sumi-e ink splashes on you, this doesn't usually happen, but just in case.
Private Group Class is available:
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Minimum $250 for private group class for 2 to 4 students, additional students $50 each. We can cater for large groups.
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To book, purchase tickets from our Shop.
Enquiries, please email:hello@studiosubi.com.au
Student Feedback:
Heidi Nelson • Oct 2023
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Yumi was a lovely teacher. The workshop was calming & relaxing. An extra 30 mins to perfect the technique would have been ideal. I enjoyed the morning.
Laraine Newton • Jul 2023
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This was my second class and I was equally impressed as the first time. The teacher gives clear instructions and plenty of scope to practice. I always felt comfortable and encouraged to keep trying. I thoroughly recommend this class.
Katie Mason • May 2023
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Really enjoyable and calming experience. Yumi was very knowledgeable and made the process easy to learn.
Simone Cavanagh • Jan 2023
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Warm and friendly teacher, who taught at exactly the right speed for our group. Enjoyed this class and would definitely do again.
Yair Sorenson • Dec 2022
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The class setting was well organised, the teacher instructions clear, a taste of an expeience which was matching the money paid. Venue ok. I recomended the worksop to friends. Provided calmness.
Nina Rose • Jun 2021
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Yumi was a lovely teacher and the class was very well structured and all materials supplied and we were very well accommodated. It was a lovely atmosphere too and I really enjoyed learning the art of Sumi- e Japanese painting. Will definitely come back for more!
ABOUT YOUR TEACHER
YUMI BARKER | THERAPEUTIC, MINDFULNESS AND PSYCHOLOGICAL ART INSTRUCTOR
& CROSS-CULTURAL RELATIONSHIP COUNSELLOR
Born and brought up in Tokyo, Japan, Yumi began work in the cosmetics industry as a professional makeup artist and visual transformation coach for models.
Finding love with a British/Australian, they wed and together had an adventurous 20 years, living across the world in 8 countries! No matter where she went, Yumi carried along her passion for the art and shared her skills through teaching. She taught both traditional and therapeutic Japanese and non-Japanese arts & crafts during this time.
Yumi and her husband returned to Perth 5 years ago. Yumi continued her arts teaching, and is currently conducting many lessons in Sumi-e (Japanese carbon-ink brush painting), Tsumamizaiku (Tiny Fabric flowers), Mandala dots meditation art, Glass fusing, and Pastel Finger Paintings. Yumi has been teaching at Studio Subi for nearly 3 years.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Please note that once booked, tickets are non-refundable. You may however transfer your ticket to another participant. Should a workshop be cancelled due to Covid restrictions or teacher illness, your workshop will be rescheduled or you will be given a 12 month credit to rebook.
When arriving, attending and leaving the workshop, it is your responsibility to follow all safety precautions. Upon booking, you agree that you are fully responsible for your property and physical safety during the workshop. Studio Subi and your workshop teacher hold no personal liability or responsibility for any damage, loss or theft to personal property, or any physical injuries that occur during the workshop.