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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 Shuangwei Brand Red Seal Ink Paste 90g
1 x Henry Li's Chinese Painting Class Video(14) DOWNLOAD
2 x Xiling Brand Red Seal Ink Paste Refill 40g
1 x Maobian Bamboo Paper for Practice Chinese or Kanji Calligraphy
1 x ACEO-F0505 Vertical Lotus Composition C
1 x Mulberry Paper #2B Pi/Kozo Thin (13.3x26) 10 sheets
2 x Convenient Ink Cake with Case
1 x Consulting Service of Old Seal Content Translation
1 x Scroll Box made of Tung Wood
1 x Lesson 10: Lotus Flower and Frogs (DVD)
2 x Triple Xuan(shuan or shuen) Rice Paper 27x54 87GSM x5 Sheets
1 x Soft-Stiff Hair Combination Brush with Thicker Core
1 x Henry Li's Chinese Painting Class Video(17) DOWNLOAD
1 x Tessai's Tung Oil Soot Sumi Ink Stick for Chinese Painting
1 x Henry Li's Chinese Painting Class Video(01) DOWNLOAD
1 x Henry Li\'s Chinese Painting Class Video(23) DOWNLOAD
1 x 2cm 3/4" Indian Soapstone with Box
1 x Carbon Copy Paper 11-3/4 x 8-3/8
1 x Folding Style Palette for Watercolor Paintings(L)
1 x Porcelain Box for Seal Ink Paste - Peach Flower
1 x Window-free Blank Silk Hanging Scroll 19"x 36"
1 x ACEO-L0735 An Old Tree
1 x Simbalion Vermilion Ink for Calligraphy or Painting
1 x Traditional Chinese Chunk Yellow Gamboge(5g)
1 x Seven Wolf Three Sheep Brush(Extra Large)
1 x 2-1/8" Long bristle Wolf stiff hair brush by Xu Laosan
1 x Blue and White Porcelain Brush Rest w/ Dragon Pattern(6 slots)
1 x Magic Cloth with Red Outlined Stroke Guides
1 x Basic Stiff Wolf Hair Brush
1 x 2 Japanese Shikishi Boards (10.5 x 9.5)
1 x Seal Ink Paste Stirrer Spatula
1 x Small Mood Seal #206 Chen
1 x Small Mood Seal #205 Chen
1 x Balin Rectangular Stone with Bamboo Relief #006
1 x Japanese Rice Paper for Sumi-e or Calligraphy Off White 120
1 x Pumpkins with Strawmen 8x11.5
1 x Red Hair Brush for Fine Outline and Calligraphy(L)
1 x Lesson 11: Chinese Dragon (DVD)
1 x A Student Value Pack for Chinese Painting - Starter Kit
1 x Portable Piston-fill Pocket Brush Pen A20
1 x Mineral Stone Green Powder #2(5g)
1 x Mulberry Paper #2D Pi/Kozo (38.5x74) - 5 X-Large Sheets
1 x ACEO-L0037 Reflections in a Desert Lake
1 x Soft Shikishi Pre-mounted Palace Fan Shape Card(Large)
1 x Shuniku Red Seal Ink Pad for Inkan Hanko Name Chop(5CM)
1 x Download Dragon and Phoenix Gongbi Painting Templates
1 x Indigo Chips 5g
3 x Peach Sap Painting Glue Powder a vegan alternative to gelatin
1 x Shuangwei Brand Red Seal Ink Paste 30g
1 x Lesson 20: Red-Crowned Cranes (DVD)
1 x Silicone Mounting Paper - 10 Yards (26.5 x 360)
1 x Lesson 16: Basic Elements of Landscape Painting(DVD)
1 x Red Hair Brush for Fine Outline and Calligraphy(S)
1 x Shuxu "Rat Whisker" Fine Detail Liner Brush
1 x Two Koi Fish in the Lotus Pond
1 x Balin Rectangular Stone with Bamboo Relief #005
1 x Mulberry Paper #3 Unbleached 57x27.5 - 10 Large Sheets
1 x Small Mood Seal #337 Goat or Sheep
1 x Eucalyptus at Elysian Park
2 x Mingjiao Gelatin Glue for Chinese Painting
2 x Silicone Mounting Paper - the Whole Roll (26.5" x 54.68 yards)
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