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.

Schedule

(All times are Pacific Time)

Primary Session (Monday Nights)

Dates: April 6 – June 8, 2026 (No Class May 25)

Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (Pacific Time)

Format: Live on Zoom & In-Person Hybrid.

Bonus / Makeup Session (Wednesday Mornings)

Dates: April 8 – June 10, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Pacific Time) / 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (Eastern Time)

Format: Live on Zoom.

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 10-Week Course, 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.

• We will automatically enroll you in BOTH the Monday and Wednesday rosters.
• You may attend either or both sessions each week according to your time zone or schedule.
• 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 (Alhambra, CA): Please do not register on this page. [Click Here to Register via the Joslyn Center].

Class Plan: Fish & Aquatic Life

(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 (Transparency & segments)

Week 9: Crabs (Shell structure & perspective)

Week 10: 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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