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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 ACEO-V0020 Rambutan
1 x Black Sable Stallion Brush by Xu Laosan
1 x 6 Varieties of BHA Piston-filler Water Brushes & Pens
1 x Japanese Rice Paper for Sumi-e or Calligraphy Off White 120
1 x Goat Hair Soft Pasting Brush for Wet Mounting (Medium)
1 x Blank Hanging Silk Scroll 29"x11" SM-012 Gray Silver
1 x 2-1/8" Long bristle Wolf stiff hair brush by Xu Laosan
1 x Balin Seal Stone Oval with Squash Knob #001
1 x Mineral Stone Blue Powder #1(5g)
1 x Small Mood Seal #533 Pig or Hog
1 x Panther
1 x Wood Brush Rest
1 x ACEO-V0014 Rambutan
1 x Japanese Rice Paper for Sumi-e or Calligraphy White 120
1 x Japanese Blue Ink Concentration for Calligraphy and Painting
1 x Private Zoom Lesson with Henry Li (Hourly Rate)
1 x Bamboo Inkstick Clamp or Clip Holder(L)
1 x Bamboo Paper Cutter Knife
1 x 3 Essential Three Basic Brushes for Chinese Painting or Sumi-e
1 x Folding Style Palette for Watercolor Paintings(L)
1 x Lablab Bean Flowers
1 x Single, Double and Triple Xuan Paper Assortment Pack
1 x Ren's Liner Wolf and Sheep Mixed Hair Brush: Your Best Choice for a Versatile Medium-Sized Brush
1 x Horse Painting and Calligraphy of the Same Origin
1 x Artgeology Landscape Paintings by Kang Yuyi
1 x Lesson 19: Misty Mountains Landscape (DVD)
1 x Scroll Box made of Tung Wood
1 x Xiling Brand Dark Red Seal Ink Paste Refill Bag 30g
1 x Xiling Brand Black Seal Ink Paste Refill Bag 30g
1 x Baiyun White Cloud Soft Hair Brush Small
1 x Wenzhou Mulberry Rice Paper Paper Roll 27"(69cm)W 10M
1 x The Garden of Gods from my Memory
1 x Xiling Brand Red Seal Ink Paste Refill 40g
1 x ACEO-F0035 Red Lotus Turns Brighter in Sunshine
1 x Commission of a Portrait from Photo
1 x 67 Gongbi Peony Templates(downloadable)
1 x Pre-mounted Fan Face on Soft Shikishi Board(pack of 10)
3 x Alum Powder for Sizing Rice Paper, Mounting and Snowy Effects
1 x 12x Soft-Stiff Hair Combination Brushes w/ Thicker Core
1 x Unsized Single Xuan Rice Paper 30 Sm sheets (13.5x18)
1 x Jumbo Zen Horse Tail Brush with Wooden Handle for Roland Class
1 x Henry Li's Chinese Painting Class Handouts PDF(Lesson 1-7)
1 x Handling fee and Back Shipping for Carving Customer's Stones
1 x Painting Rocks in Ax-cut Wrinkle Strokes(e-Book)
1 x Best Selection of Classical Orchid Paintings
1 x Shuniku Red Seal Ink Pad for Inkan Hanko Name Chop(5CM)
1 x ACEO-F0510 Vertical Lotus Composition H
1 x Lesson 8: Three Gorges of Yangtze Landscape(DVD)
1 x Palm Fiber Mounting Brush (S)
1 x Maintain Road into the Clouds
1 x A Student Value Pack for Chinese Painting - Starter Kit
1 x BHA Moss Dots Brush(second addition)
2 x Peach Sap Painting Glue Powder a vegan alternative to gelatin
2 x Mingjiao Gelatin Glue for Chinese Painting
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