Spirit of the Brush. Sumi-e. Meditative course for beginners. ZOOM. November 3rd, 2026

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Breath In. Breath Out. Brush Stroke. Repeat.

Relaxation, meditation, and expressive watercolour painting

Sumi-e is more than a painting technique. It is a practice of slowing down, observing, breathing, and allowing the movement of the brush to become an extension of your energy.

In this meditative watercolour course, you will discover how simple, intentional brushstrokes can create paintings filled with movement, balance, and expression. Rather than trying to describe every detail, we will learn to capture the essence and spirit of the subject with only a few confident strokes.

You will explore traditional ideas of Sumi-e while working freely with ink and watercolour. Through breathing exercises, brush practice, and a series of beautiful natural subjects, you will gradually develop confidence in the spontaneous “flying brush” style.

No previous painting experience is required. This course is designed for all ages and all skill levels.

Zoom will be used to host live interactive classes. After the class you will get a private access to Zoom class recordings. The online study process will be simple, stress free and understandable for every student. There will be many exercises that will help you to become confident in the “flying” brush style.

ZOOM package for online study with full teacher support.

START Tuesday November 3rd, 2026  from 7 PM to 9 PM EST

6 ZOOM classes with private access to class video recordings;
6 homework reviews (text or video) 
30+ paintings;
30+ practical exercises.  

Video access: 
6 weeks with teacher support 
+ 
Three years for self-studying

Once you register and enroll for this course you will get access to the course content and ZOOM link.

You will get access to all support materials previous of the first day of the course. Please print them or make sure that they will be available at your device(s) for use during the class.

The Art of Sumi-e

Unlike painting traditions that focus on creating a detailed and realistic representation of the world, Sumi-e searches for something different.

The artist observes, simplifies, and chooses only what is essential.

A branch does not need every twig.
A flower does not need every petal.
A landscape does not need every tree.

A few carefully placed strokes can suggest an entire world.

Sumi-e teaches us to appreciate simplicity, movement, empty space, and the beauty of imperfection. Each brushstroke becomes a record of a particular moment — the pressure of the hand, the amount of water and pigment in the brush, the speed of movement, and even the rhythm of our breathing.

The goal is not perfection.

The goal is presence.

What is in the course?

Throughout the course, you will discover:

How to create paintings that feel balanced, harmonious, and alive

What types of brushes, paper, ink, and watercolours you can use

How to hold and control the brush

How breathing and meditation can become part of the painting process

How to create simple, strong, expressive brushstrokes

How to vary pressure, speed, moisture, and pigment within a single stroke

How to create graduated and variegated brushstrokes

How to work confidently with spontaneous movement

How to use negative space as an important part of your composition

The schedule:

Six Meditative Lessons

Our journey begins with the Four Elements — Earth, Water, Air, and Fire, where we explore breath, movement, energy, and the fundamental language of the brush.

From there, we move into the natural world through Bamboo, Plum Blossoms, Chrysanthemum, Poppies & Sunflowers, and Iris.

Each lesson introduces new brush movements and gives you an opportunity to practice rhythm, control, spontaneity, and expression.

Little by little, you will learn when to guide the brush — and when to simply allow it to fly.

Breathe In.
Breathe Out.
Brush Stroke.
Repeat.

Breath In. Breath Out. Brush Stroke. Repeat.

Student’s work:

Students gallery is coming soon.