Western Calligraphy Goes East
A Documentary Film Making Art in Beijing
5 minute intro film
Summary
An eight-part documentary film, featuring Irish artist calligrapher Denis Brown making large scale art in China for the Beijing Rosewood Hotel. The making of a 5x2-metre artwork with Chinese and Western calligraphy is comprehensively documented. Also featured is the making of eight floor-to-ceiling installation pieces featuring Denis Brown’s custom glass technique. Although not a "how-to-do-it" film, a wide range of custom processes are shown and explained by the artist. Techniques shown include several kinds of experimental gilding, painting, glass engraving as well as various styles of both Western and Chinese calligraphy. Run time: 4 hours & twenty minutes.
8 Half-Hour Episodes for $8
