Why Chinese Brushes Shed and How to Prevent It
Many beginners in Chinese calligraphy encounter the fru…
Why Chinese Brush Bamboo Handles Crack and How to Fix Them
Although the title focuses on why Qi Ming Wen Fang̵…
What Are the Four Treasures of the Study?
Due to my work, I often travel between the Qi Ming Wen …
Chinese Brush Splitting Problems: Learn Proper Brush Adjustment Techniques
In many cases, Chinese brush splitting happens because …
Chinese Calligraphy Felt Mat: Complete Guide to Selection and Care
Many people who practice Chinese calligraphy or paintin…
Authentic Yi De Ge Ink Guide: Review and Verification Methods
Today I’m introducing Yi De Ge ink, the inventor …
How Ancient Chinese Ink Was Made: Oil Soot vs Pine Soot
In a previous article about China’s top five ink …
How Does Professor Huang Jian Clean Chinese Brushes?
Qi Ming has previously published articles about how to …
Understanding Chinese Brush Handles: Materials, Size, and History
When it comes to Chinese brush handles, I’ve lear…