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Original oriental brush paintings for every space size and budget.

New Images Added

 Just added new images to my website.  

Enjoy. Original oriental brush paintings of all size and prices to meet your needs.

Also, check out the next Tea/Art Event scheduled for Nov. 19, 2022

Sept. 7, 2022 oriental brush painting class

 

Small Works

 Check out Small Works at www.darlenekaplan.com under Shop Art. All my paintings are originals.

I offer a range of sizes and prices of oriental brush paintings for everyone on a budget or just out of wall space and that small painting fits perfectly.  

FREE Koi Fish Class

 FREE:  Registration required.

Come celebrate with us at the Loft Gallery during Discover Occoquan Week, Occoquan, VA.

Darlene Kaplan will be teaching Koi in a workshop on August 19 at the 313 Mill Street in the Loft Gallery. Go upstairs to the Art Studio space.

Space is limited to 15 students per class.

1st workshop is from 11 am-12:20 pm,

2nd workshop is 1-2:30 pm. Registration is required. It's free!!!

register now before the space is filled at chineseart@darlenekaplan.com

Gong Fu Tea Tasting May 14, 2022

 

SHARING EXPERIENCE THROUGH

TEA and ART

* Gong Fu tea tasting followed by short presentations from the studio artist about their painting styles & techniques.

Loft Art Center                                                   

313 Mill Street, Occoquan, VA

22125                                                                                    

Saturday May 14, 2022

10 am – 12:30 pm

Cost: $20.

·       This ceremonial tea drinking style is meant to focus one's attention and relax the mind and spirit in a convivial, shared experience.  Paying close attention to the evolving taste and aroma of the tea, slowing to observe the dance of its leaves against beautiful ceramic cups enhances one's appreciation of both the tea and the moment.  There is nothing like Gong Fu to create a warm, intimate atmosphere among friends. 

·       You will be served up to 6 different Premium to Estate Teas (loose leaf tea only).  The selections included are Oolong, Pu-erh, Green, White, Organic, and Blooming Tea just to mention a few.  The Premium Tea or Estate Teas are from Sir Lanka, Japan, China, Tibet, India, Vietnam, Taiwan, and more.

·       Gong Fu Tea Tasting & Artist Presentations will start out with the first hour of a Chinese Tea Tasting (Gong Fu style) of estate award winning teas from around the world followed by 1.5 hours of presentations or painting demos from the participating studio artist.

·  Price is $20. Per person. Limit of 20 spaces.  The price will include the tea tasting experience (1hour) and the artist’ presentations (1 ½ hours) along with personal studio tours.

·    To register for this unique private event, send payment by May 10,  2022 (check made out to Darlene Kaplan) and mail to Darlene Kaplan, 4609 Franconia Rd, Alexandria, VA 22310.  (Sorry no refunds unless the event is cancelled).  Please include your email address.  Contact Darlene Kaplan email chineseart@darlenekaplan.com for more information.

 

Get a group together or come alone to experience a unique rewarding cultural event.

Darlene's Blog: Gong Fu Tea Tasting May 14, 2022

Darlene's Blog: Gong Fu Tea Tasting May 14, 2022:   SHARING EXPERIENCE THROUGH TEA and ART * Gong Fu tea tasting followed by short presentations from the studio artist about their painting s...