Mineral Pigment Painting is a type of painting that uses various materials such as Chinese paper, silk, cotton, board, wood, and even walls as the base. It employs colorful rock powders and metallic pigments like gold and silver, which are fixed onto the painting surface using edible gelatin or animal glue as the binder. The mineral-based pigments used in Mineral Pigment Painting come in a wide variety and can be classified into inorganic and organic pigments. Another essential material used in this technique is metal foil, which is made from thin sheets of gold, silver, copper, or aluminum. To meet the demand for more diverse colors, artists sometimes also use sulfur powder to create colored foils.
Chinese New Year Limited Workshop
Flying Pegasus & Auspicious Clouds
Mineral Pigment Painting Experience Inspired by Northern Wei Dunhuang Murals
The Winged Pegasus, one of the four sacred creatures of Dunhuang,
originates from the murals of Cave 257 of the Northern Wei dynasty.
It symbolizes leap, protection, and new beginnings.
Inspired by the Flying Pegasus and auspicious cloud motifs found in Dunhuang murals,
this workshop combines traditional mineral pigment painting techniques to guide participants through a calm and meaningful creative experience—
a symbolic artistic journey to begin the New Year.
Workshop
Clay Board Mineral Pigment Painting · 4-Hour Experiential Workshop
(Chinese New Year Limited Edition)
Two Design Options Available
Mid-Tang Dynasty · Cave 92 — Winged Pegasus
Northern Wei Dynasty · Cave 257 (North Wall)
Story of Sumatī Inviting the Buddha (Scene 12):
Mahākāśyapa Arriving on Five Hundred White Horses
Materials Gift Set Includes
One clay board and frame
Natural mineral pigment paints
Basic painting tools (brush, outlining brush, mixing tools, etc.)
January & February Schedule
Thursday
2026.01.08 | 01.15 | 01.22 | 01.29 | 02.05
Time: 10:00–14:00 / 18:00–22:00
Saturday
2026.01.17
Time: 10:00–14:00 / 15:00–19:00
2026.01.24 (Venue: Fo Guang Shan, Jenjarom)
Time: 12:00–17:00
* Limited sessions available. Advance booking is required.
Enrollment Requirements
• Age 18 and above
• Suitable for student with or without basics
Types of Courses
Workshop
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