Course Title: Fish & Aquatic Life (10-Week Course) Instructor: Henry Li Term: Spring 2026 (April – June)

One Registration, Total Flexibility. Join Henry Li for a comprehensive exploration of life in the water. In this 10-week series, we will move beyond static forms to capture the "Qi" (breath/vitality) of swimming fish. From the basics of carp to the delicate transparency of shrimp and the vibrant colors of tropical species, this course covers a wide ecosystem of techniques.

Class Format: The "Live + Encore" Model

We have simplified our registration process. When you sign up for this course, you are automatically enrolled in our primary Monday night curriculum, with complimentary access to our Wednesday morning session as a bonus.

Monday Evening (The Premiere): This is your primary instruction time, broadcast live from a in-person class room at Joslyn Center. 

Wednesday Morning (The Encore): Through our partnership with the East Coast class, Henry will repeat the same curriculum, and you are invited to join this second session as a "makeup class" or a review to solidify what you learned on Monday. 

Class Recordings: Can’t make either time? You will receive unlimited access to both class recordings to watch at your own pace.

How to Register

Tuition Options:

$140.00 (Live Zoom + Recordings): Select this option if you plan to attend live sessions.

$138.00 (Recordings Only): Select this option if you prefer to watch on your own schedule.

What is Included: Both options include the full 9-week course curriculum, Bonus Wednesday Access, unlimited access to HD Recordings, and personal Email Critiques from Henry.

Simple One-Step Enrollment: You do not need to select a time zone or a specific day. This course is designed as a staggered learning experience to maximize your progress:

Wednesday Morning Track: Starts March 25 (The "Premiere" session).

Monday Evening Track: Starts April 6 (The "Encore" session).

You are enrolled in BOTH. You can attend on Wednesday to learn the topic first, then attend on Monday to review and paint it again with the live in-person class group for a "hands-on" experience. Upon registration, you will receive two Zoom access passes (one for Monday and another for Wednesday) and the class recording links for both sessions.

(Note for In-Person Students: If you plan to attend physically at the Joslyn Center in Alhambra, CA, please do not register on this page. [Click Here to Register via the Joslyn Center]. In-person students automatically receive full online access as well.)

Class Plan: Fish & Aquatic Life 

(Simplified Syllabus | Subject to minor changes)

(Simplified Syllabus | Subject to minor changes)

Week 1: Fish Basics & Brush Grammar

Week 2: Goldfish (Round bodies & flowing fins)

Week 3: Koi (Structure & rhythm)

Week 4: Water Effects (Ripples & depth)

Week 5: Lotus Leaves & Pond Plants (with frogs)

Week 6: Wisteria & Flowers (Hanging compositions)

Week 7: Japanese Marbling (Suminagashi techniques)

Week 8: Shrimp and Crabs (Shell structure & gestures)

Week 9: Tropical Fish (Angelfish & vibrant color)

Materials & Supplies

Paper: Semi-sized or unsized single or double Xuan paper. (Masa paper template is optional for beginners).

Brushes:

Large soft brush (such as BHA Super Wash) for washes.

Medium or small stiff brush (wolf hair or combination) for detail lines.

Colors: Marie's Chinese painting colors or other watercolors.

Ink: Chinese/Japanese black ink.

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