This course introduces students to the theories and practice of the various themes of traditional Chinese painting, including Flowers and Birds, Landscape and Figure painting. Through appreciation of masterpieces, in‐class demonstration and class discussion, students will acquire a fundamental knowledge of the historical development and theoretical issues of Chinese painting. Students will learn the basic technique of different brush works, through which they will understand the creative process of Chinese painting, and they will be encouraged to create their own works through the application of the technique and attempt to reform this traditional art form.