Etegami Course

$180.00

Beautiful, Traditional Japanese Watercolor Paintings

Don’t know anything about Etegami? No worries! You don’t even need drawing talent or experience. We have made sure to develop an online curriculum that is easy to understand and follow. From how to hold a paintbrush to using ink and gainsai paints, our course will hold your hand through it all so that even beginners can challenge themselves in a light-hearted environment while having fun. We will even deliver all the tools and materials you need right to your door! Nothing else is required, and you can start the day you receive our package. The more you draw, the more fun it gets! Spread the fun and happiness of Etegami by taking our course today!

**NOTICE: Due to the lockdown in Santa Clara, CA amid the COVID-19, we cannot continue our shipment task until April 7, 2020. We will continue taking orders but please note that shipping will not resume until April 7, 2020 or later depending on the new order from the County of Santa Clara.

About the Etegami Course

Course Content

Guide Book
Leaning Center Introduction
Finished Example
6 Patterns (Tracing Paper)
Chalk Paper
Washi
Art Board or Card
Cardboard to be used as underlayment

Unlimited access to online video instruction. Online messaging with our Sensei (master) Chigiri-e crafter for tips. Three assignments are included in this course so that you can receive advice from the instructor to brush up your technique.

Lesson Breakdown

1. Basics

You will learn all the basics you need to draw Etegami including how to use the tools.

2. Let's Start With Words!

You will learn how to draw Etegami with your own message.

3. Let's Draw Objects That Interest You!

You can draw anything you like for your Etegami. Pick an item and draw your message.

4. Let's Continue With Food!

Learn to draw your farvoite food items, and share them with your family and friends.

5. Let's Try Living Objects!

You will learn to draw your friends and pets. You will also learn how to use the stamps.

6. Assignment 1*

Please complete an assigment and submit your Etegami. Our instructor will reivew your work and will provide you with feedback and tips. The first assingment is "Banana".

7. Let’s Incorporate Seasons!

Etegami is a perfect way to share the beauty of each season with your family and friends. Draw Etegami and send your season's greetings.

8. Let’s Add Special Occasions!

Special occasions can be a perfect opportunity to send Etegami. Learn to draw Etegami and celebrate with your family and friends.

9. Assignment 2*

Please complete an assigment and submit your Etegami. Our instructor will reivew your work and will provide you with feedback and tips. The second assingment is a seasonal item or event of your choice.

10. Let’s Get Inspired by Other’s Works from Japan!

Etegami was born in Japan and has been loved by the Japanese people. Please enjoy works of our students in Japan. It will be a great opportunity for you to learn more about Etegami and get some ideas on your next Etegami project!

11. Assignment 3*

Please complete an assigment and submit your Etegami. Our instructor will reivew your work and will provide you with feedback and tips. Please choose your own theme for the last assingment.

Numbers with "*" are assignments you will need to submit to the instructor via our Learning Center. Mobile/smartphone is not compatible for uploading a picture of your work on the Learning Center at this time.