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About Henry Li

 

About Henry Li

 

Henry Li

Henry Xiaohui Li, also known by his artist name Ji-yi-lou-zhu, was born in 1959 and is the proud owner of Blue Heron Arts Co. in Los Angeles, California.

Henry's artistic journey began in 1974, under the mentorship of Zhang Zhengyin, a master artist from his hometown of Nanjing. His passion for ancient history led him to major in Archaeology at Nanjing University in 1977. He later became a fellow at the Center for Oriental Painting and Calligraphy Study in 1983.

In 1987, Henry moved to the United States to pursue a degree in ancient Chinese history at the University of Washington. While there, he introduced students to the nuances of traditional Chinese painting and calligraphy at UW's Experimental College from 1988 to 1995. Post-graduation, he expanded his academic reach to teach courses on the culture and history of China, Japan, and Korea at Western Washington University.

Henry's foray into the digital realm began in the late 1990s. He moved to Los Angeles and successfully launched several online greeting card websites, including card4you.com, which went public in 1998. His expertise in web development led him to design numerous e-commerce platforms for various businesses.

In 2007, Henry returned to his first love—traditional ink and watercolor painting. He revitalized this centuries-old art form by sharing instructional videos online, blending traditional techniques with modern innovations.

Since 2010, he has devoted himself full-time to Chinese art education, amassing a global following of fans and students. His efforts have made Blue Heron Arts Co. a reputable source for art supplies and tutorials.

During the 2020 pandemic, Henry expanded his educational reach by teaching a series of online classes through Brooklyn Public Libraries. These included courses like "Memories of Home," "Creative Aging," and "Classical Chinese Landscape Painting," offering artistic solace and skill development during a challenging time. In Spring 2024, Henry was invited as a guest lecturer at ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, where he shared his expertise in traditional Chinese painting.

Henry's commitment to the arts is a family affair. His wife Victoria, formerly a university Chinese language instructor, now teaches Chinese calligraphy and Gongbi style painting. Their daughter Amy, a Cal State Long Beach graduate, is a professional graphic designer.

Henry's diverse background and continued passion for both art and technology make him a unique force in the ever-evolving world of traditional Chinese art.   

 

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1 x Basic Stiff Wolf Hair Brush
3 x Daseng Transparent White Ink 105g
1 x Balin Soapstone with Hand Carved Dragon Knob #2
2 x Confucius Unsized Xuan Rice Paper Roll 9.5x787
1 x Painting Deer Step-by-step with Henry Li(Zoom recording)
1 x Mineral stone Blue Powder #3(5g)
1 x Traditional Chinese Chunk Yellow Gamboge(5g)
1 x 3/8 inch (1cm) Qingtian Seal Stone with Box
1 x ACEO-L0303 Canyon Overlook
1 x Pentel Pearl Gold Golden gouache (poster color) Last 1
1 x Red Hair Brush for Fine Outline and Calligraphy(L)
1 x Single, Double and Triple Xuan Paper Assortment Pack
1 x Shikishi Hanging Silk Scroll #003 horizontal
1 x DVD Ax-Cut Stroke Technique in Chinese Landscape Painting
1 x Celadon Brush Washer with Convergence Lip(Green Small)
1 x Seven Wolf Three Sheep Brush(Extra Large)
1 x Maobian Bamboo Paper for Practice Chinese or Kanji Calligraphy
1 x Basic Small Weasel "Leaf Vein" Brush
1 x Baiyun White Cloud Soft Hair Brush Small
1 x Triple Xuan(shuan or shuen) Rice Paper 27x54 87GSM x5 Sheets
1 x 10x 2 Large Waterbrush Pens Piston Filler(WS)
1 x Japanese Rice Paper for Sumi-e or Calligraphy White 120
1 x Mineral Stone Green Powder #2(5g)
1 x Fine Tuning Your Seal with Henry Li
1 x Soft Shikishi Pre-mounted Palace Fan Shape Card(Large)
1 x Unsized Single Xuan Rice Paper Pad 30 Sheets 10x14
1 x Yongs Brand Chinese Seal Carving Engraving Knives set of 2
1 x Shuxu "Rat Whisker" Fine Detail Liner Brush
1 x Mulberry Paper #3 Unbleached 57x27.5 - 10 Large Sheets
1 x BHA Liner Brush Made by Master Xu - New
1 x Two Koi Fish in the Lotus Pond
1 x 67 Gongbi Peony Templates(downloadable)
1 x Henry Li's Chinese Painting Class Handouts PDF(Lesson 1-7)
1 x 5 Essential Brushes for Chinese Brush Painting and Calligraphy
1 x Fu Baoshi Landscape Stippling Stabbing Brush
1 x Pine Soot Ink Stick for Chinese Calligraphy and Painting
1 x Shuniku Red Seal Ink Pad for Inkan Hanko Name Chop(5CM)
1 x Lesson 7: Chrysanthemum and Rooster (DVD)
1 x Lesson 1: Orchid, Iris, Chicks and Blue Heron (DVD)
1 x How to Write Your Chinese Name with the process video
1 x Plain Hanging Silk Scroll 69"x22" L-Scroll-#2A
1 x Basic Four(4) Chinese Painting Brushes(all 4)
1 x Sakura Chinese Painting Color - Gold / Golden (12ml)
2 x Xiling Brand Black Seal Ink Paste Refill Bag 30g
1 x Henry Li's Chinese Painting Class Video(09) DOWNLOAD
1 x ACEO-L0037 Reflections in a Desert Lake
1 x Mountain Horse Hair Big Chinese Painting Brush
1 x Original Chinoiserie Style Orchids on Silk Paper by Henry Li
3 x Tang-style Rabbit Hair Combination Brush with Extra Fine Tip
3 x Silicone Mounting Paper - the Whole Roll (26.5" x 54.68 yards)
1 x 2-1/8" Long bristle Wolf stiff hair brush by Xu Laosan
1 x Wool Felt Pad 19x19 Mat for Chinese Calligraphy & Painting
1 x DW0001 Snake
1 x Chang Daichien to Picasso Legendary Killer Brush
1 x Portrait of a Bhutanese Woman with Peach Blossom
1 x Lesson 16: Basic Elements of Landscape Painting(DVD)
1 x Jumbo Size Goat(Sheep) Hair Zen Grab Brush
1 x Soft-Stiff Hair Combination Brush with Thicker Core
1 x Lesson 4: Landscape with Pines and Waterfall(DVD)
1 x Magic Cloth for Practice Painting or Calliphy Plain(Small)
2 x Mingjiao Gelatin Glue for Chinese Painting
2 x Peach Sap Painting Glue Powder a vegan alternative to gelatin
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