Orchid for Sumi-e Line Lesson

There are four objects for sumi-e starters to learn first, 1) Bamboo, 2) Plum, 3) Chrysanthemum, and 4) Orchid, I think orchid is the most difficult among them, I have not had be confortable when I am done with the line of leaves. It is always that I can find some what I did’t try. To close to the perfect gradation and line shape, sumi ink must be appropreate in brush hair. water as well.. simple not always easy.. but worth try.