Course Title: Painting the Fish Pond in Ink and Watercolor (9-Week Course) Instructor: Henry Li Term: Spring 2026

One Registration, Total Flexibility. Join Henry Li for a comprehensive exploration of life in the water. In this 9-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 "Premiere + Encore" Model We have simplified our registration process. When you sign up for this course, you are automatically enrolled in BOTH our Wednesday morning and Monday evening tracks!

Wednesday Morning Track (The Premiere): March 25 – May 20, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST. Through our partnership with the East Coast class, this will be your first look at the week's curriculum.

Monday Evening Track (The Encore): April 6 – June 8, 2026, 6:30PM to 8:30PM PST. Henry will review the curriculum, broadcast live from a hybrid in-person classroom at the Joslyn Center. You are invited to join this second session as a "makeup class" or a review to solidify what you learned on Wednesday for a true hands-on experience.

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 the live sessions. We will provide you with Zoom access for both Wednesday and Monday, so you can decide which schedule is most suitable for you week by week.

$138.00 (Recordings Only): Select this option if you prefer to watch on your own schedule. You will receive unlimited access to the high-definition recordings of both the Monday and Wednesday classes.

What is Included: Both options include the full 9-week course curriculum, dual-access to both class tracks, unlimited access to HD Recordings, and personal email critiques from Henry.

Simple One-Step Enrollment: You do not need to select a specific day or time zone at checkout! 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 alongside the live, in-person class group for a true "hands-on" experience. Upon registration, you will receive two Zoom access passes (one for Monday and one 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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