Dongpei He’s Collage Techniques

We were pleased that our D.C. local artist, Dongpei He,  shared some of her secrets about adding collage techniques to Sumi-e paintings. Dongpei He studied at Si-Chuan Fine Arts Institute in China from 1988 to 1992. She is currently living in Virginia and working as a software developer. After coming to the United States, she has been exploring techniques combining traditional Chinese painting and watercolor. She developed a unique style that gives a new … Read More

Ornaments Painting Demo by Hsi-Mei Yates

Following our potluck meeting at the Chesterbrook Taiwanese Presbyterian Church, we had a fun ornaments painting demonstration organized by Carole Yee. Our teaching member, Hsi-Mei Yates who has painted many custom ornaments for her clients, showed us how to create beautiful arts on ornaments. All participants had fun with this new activity as well as enjoyed delicious foods that our … Read More