Education Programs Excursions Chinese Ink Painting Subjects: Visual Arts / History / Intercultural Capability Cost: $9.50 per student Duration: 1 hour Like calligraphy, traditional Chinese painting is done using a brush dipped in black or coloured inks, usually on paper or silk. It is also called shuimo which translates to ‘watercolour and ink’. Booking Enquiry Accompanying teachers and support parents are free. View or download our pre-visit information kit. For transport and student drop off & pick up points near the Museum view our location details. The Chinese Museum is a child safe organisation. View or download our Statement of Commitment to Child Safety Standards.