Rafael Katz’ paints using traditonally crafted Chinese brushes constructed from bamboo, ox-horn, and hair from goats, dogs, and/or various rodents. His brushestrokes apply ink and color to raw handmade xuan paper. He’s been doing this for decades.
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Blue Olga
For decades now, I have tried to integrate words or poetry into my paintings. I tend to try, get discouraged, give up for a while and then try…
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Man Walking Into Red, Gold, Black and Blue
Without the figure what would this painting be? An abstract painting where people would bring their own sense of scale….landscape or postage stamp? It doesn’t have many brush…
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Chinese Poetry and Philosophy Illustration and Translation
I have maintained a regular practice of translating Chinese poetry, Taoist philosophy, and Buddhist tidbits into English. One of the great pleasures of studying Chinese is the poetry.…
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Tiny Huge Landscapes
One type of painting that I have been creating with more frequency are landscapes and cityscapes that are fairly abstract but usually grounded by a tiny figure, tree,…
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Painted Words
One of the unique and elevating features of traditional Chinese art is how it integrates writing and painting. Chinese calligraphy on its own is often considered the highest…
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Shanghai Nude Model Sketch-group
The model sketching group I attend most Saturdays is a favorite part of my week. Participants range widely in age, gender, and experience. For the last session we…
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