Dogwood
108 Flowers - Book 2
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18m
Ning teaches one of his favorite flowers: the Dogwood. Enjoy his step-by-step narration exploring the anatomy of this beautiful flower whose Chinese translation shares the same character as what the Chinese refer to as "Juliet" in "Romeo and Juliet". In this simple composition, Ning covers instructions on a full flower, profile flower, bud, branches and leaves. Enjoy!
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Dragon Head
For the Chinese, the Dragon is a benevolent creature that is in charge of water and rain. It represents fortune, power and wisdom for man. Often it is shown paired with the symbolic female counterpart, the Phoenix. While it may seem to be a daunting floral composition to paint, Ning's step-by-ste...
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Dragon Pearl
In the Dragon Dance celebrating the New Year, the leader holds a pearl in front of the dragon. The dragon pearl is called the Pearl of Potentiality. It is the dragon's source of power.
This is another plant that bears the name "bleeding heart." What is the matter with you guys?
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Dutch Iris
A distant uncle married a Dutch lady in Holland. I never met her. My mother showed me a photo of her when she mailed a toy for me. She was the only Dutch person I knew. I like Dutch people.
One of the terms I learned early was "go Dutch." Chinese never go Dutch. I doubt Dutch people do.
