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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 The Half Dome Rock at Yosemite
3 x 2-1/8" Long bristle Wolf stiff hair brush by Xu Laosan
1 x Henry Li's Chinese Painting Class Video(15) DOWNLOAD
1 x Wood Brush Rest
1 x 5 Essential Brushes for Chinese Brush Painting and Calligraphy
2 x Xiling Brand Black Seal Ink Paste Refill Bag 30g
1 x Plain Horizontal Silk Scroll H-Scroll-#2B
1 x Daseng Transparent White Ink 105g
1 x Soft Shikishi Pre-mounted Palace Fan Shape Card(Large)
1 x 1 1/4 Shoushan Soapstone with lion Top #35
2 x Accordion Book with Fabric Cover #11
1 x Chinese Orchids in Our Backyard(watercolor, 2017)
1 x Lesson 15: Fruits and Veggies Etegami (DVD)
1 x Mood Seal #593 Secluded Orchids - oval
3 x Soft-Stiff Hair Combination Brush with Thicker Core
1 x Japanese Shodo Calligraphy Inkstick
1 x ACEO-F0498 Pink Lotus with Grey Ink Leaves
1 x Henry Li's Chinese Painting Class Video(20) DOWNLOAD
1 x Double Sided Japanese Ink Stone Made of Bakelite
1 x Lesson 6: Rose Wisteria and Cats (DVD)
1 x Single, Double and Triple Xuan Paper Assortment Pack
1 x Mineral Stone Green Powder #2(5g)
1 x Balin Seal Stone Oval with Squash Knob #002
1 x Palace Museum Painting Manual - Pines (e-book)
1 x Alum Powder for Sizing Rice Paper, Mounting and Snowy Effects
1 x ACEO-F0505 Vertical Lotus Composition C
1 x Red Hair Brush for Fine Outline and Calligraphy(L)
1 x Handling fee and Back Shipping for Carving Customer's Stones
1 x 3/8 inch (1cm) Qingtian Seal Stone with Box
1 x Basic Four(4) Chinese Painting Brushes(all 4)
1 x Henry Li's Chinese Painting Class Handouts PDF(Lesson 8-14)
1 x Small Mood Seal #210 Li (Lee, Yi)
1 x Additional Custom Seal Carving Service with Henry's Design
1 x Mountain Horse Hair Big Chinese Painting Brush
1 x 2- 5/8" Extra Long Bristle Wolf Stiff Hair Brush by Xu Laosan
1 x Blank Hanging Silk Scroll 59.5"x23.5" Pearl
1 x Painting Deer Step-by-step with Henry Li(Zoom recording)
1 x Chang Daichien to Picasso Legendary Killer Brush
1 x Shuniku Red Seal Ink Pad for Inkan Hanko Name Chop(5CM)
1 x Mulberry Paper #3 Unbleached 57x27.5 - 10 Large Sheets
1 x Folding Style Palette for Watercolor Paintings(L)
1 x Download Dragon and Phoenix Gongbi Painting Templates
1 x Henry Li's Chinese Painting Class Video(12) DOWNLOAD
1 x 33 Sheets Triple Xuan(Hsuen) Rice Paper 27"x54"
1 x BHA Super Wash Soft Brush
1 x Short-handled Wrist Brush #1
1 x Shuxu "Mouse Whisker" Stiff Brush Handcrafted by Master Xu
1 x Carnations for Mother\'s Day
1 x Seven Wolf Three Sheep Combination Brush
1 x X-Small Leaf-Vein Weasel Hair Stiff Miniature Painting Brush
1 x Small Mood Seal #204 Chen
1 x 3 Essential Three Basic Brushes for Chinese Painting or Sumi-e
1 x Henry Li's Chinese Painting Class Video(09) DOWNLOAD
2 x Mingjiao Gelatin Glue for Chinese Painting
2 x Peach Sap Painting Glue Powder a vegan alternative to gelatin
2 x Silicone Mounting Paper - the Whole Roll (26.5" x 54.68 yards)
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