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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 Magic Cloth for Practicing Painting or Calligraphy Plain(Large)
1 x Henry Li\'s Chinese Painting Class Video(23) DOWNLOAD
1 x Balin Soapstone with Hand Carved Dragon Knob #2
1 x Double Sided Japanese Ink Stone Made of Bakelite
1 x 1-1/8 Balin Seal Stone with Hand Carved Squash Knob #009
1 x BHA Moss Dots Brush(second addition)
3 x Confucius Unsized Xuan Rice Paper Roll 9.5x787
1 x 5 Essential Brushes for Chinese Brush Painting and Calligraphy
2 x 2-1/8" Long bristle Wolf stiff hair brush by Xu Laosan
1 x Balin Seal Stone Oval with Squash Knob #003
1 x Xiling Brand Red Seal Ink Paste 30g
2 x Basic Four(4) Chinese Painting Brushes(all 4)
1 x Jumbo Zen Brush Goat Hair with Real Ox Horn Handle
1 x Blank Hand Scrolls with Silk Brocade Box
3 x Peach Sap Painting Glue Powder a vegan alternative to gelatin
1 x Blooming Cherry Plein Air Painting Acrylic on Canvas 24x30
1 x Small Mood Seal #533 Pig or Hog
1 x Eight Horses to the Tone of \"Wine Spree\"
1 x Calligraphy Copybook Wang Xizhi's Preface of Orchid Pavilion
1 x Balin Seal Stone Oval with Squash Knob #004
1 x Japanese Shodo Calligraphy Inkstick
1 x Carbon Copy Paper 11-3/4 x 8-3/8
1 x Happy Dot Weasel Stiff Hair Brush
1 x Balin Seal Stone with Hand Carved Peach #002
1 x 1" 1/16 Shoushan Soapstone with Pixiu Top #28
1 x Balin Seal Stone Oval with Squash Knob #012
2 x Jumbo Zen Horse Tail Brush with Wooden Handle for Roland Class
1 x 67 Gongbi Peony Templates(downloadable)
1 x Henry Li's Chinese Painting Class Handouts PDF(Lesson 29-35)
1 x Window-free Blank Silk Hanging Scroll 13\"x 40\"
1 x Yidege Ink for Chinese Calligraphy and Painting 100g (3 Grades)
1 x Mineral stone Blue Powder #3(5g)
1 x Henry Li's Chinese Painting Class Video(15) DOWNLOAD
1 x Lesson 5: Peony Flowers (DVD)
1 x Pure Sheep, Goat Hair Extra Small Brush
1 x Basic Stiff Wolf Hair Brush
1 x Balin Seal Stone Oval with Squash Knob #002
1 x Henry Li\'s Chinese Painting Class Video(22) DOWNLOAD
1 x Blue and White Porcelain Brush Rest w/ Dragon Pattern(6 slots)
1 x Happy Mother's Day! Mother and Baby Monkey
1 x 2- 5/8" Extra Long Bristle Wolf Stiff Hair Brush by Xu Laosan
1 x Bamboo Paper Cutter Knife
1 x 1" 1/8 Shoushan Soapstone with Lion Top #36
1 x Mulberry Paper #4 with Golden Flakes 30x55 - 10 large sheets
1 x Folding Style Palette for Watercolor Paintings(L)
1 x 3 Essential Three Basic Brushes for Chinese Painting or Sumi-e
1 x Private Zoom Lesson with Henry Li (Hourly Rate)
1 x Lesson 18: Mogu or Boneless Flowers and Birds (DVD)
1 x Shuangwei Brand Red Seal Ink Paste 90g
1 x Mother and Son Calligraphy Brush Set
1 x Basic Small Weasel "Leaf Vein" Brush
1 x Central Academy #1 Calligraphy Brush
1 x Wind Mills in Sunset 7x10
1 x Chicken Blood Soapstone for Chinese Seal 3/4" #14
1 x Shuangwei Brand Red Seal Ink Paste 30g
1 x Mulberry Paper #5 Double Mulberry Pi Kozo - See Options
1 x Goat and Wolf Combination Brush Extra Large by Xu Laosan
1 x Scroll Hanging String order by yard
1 x The Half Dome Rock at Yosemite
3 x Silicone Mounting Paper - 10 Yards (26.5 x 360)
2 x Mingjiao Gelatin Glue for Chinese Painting
2 x Silicone Mounting Paper - the Whole Roll (26.5" x 54.68 yards)
2 x Alum Powder for Sizing Rice Paper, Mounting and Snowy Effects
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