This lecture introduces Chinese Painting, which is called “Guo Hua” in Chinese. Painting on special Chinese art papers or tough silk with brush, Chinese ink and colorful paints, Chinese Painting is a form of traditional Chinese art, presenting many subjects including people, landscapes, flowers and birds, etc.. Chinese paintings, showing understandings of Chinese toward the nature, philosophy, society and morality, can be regarded as epitome of Chinese culture, aesthetic thoughts and philosophical concepts. Chinese Painting is a significant part of Chinese culture. This lecture introduces basic knowledge and techniques of Chinese painting. The content includes the basic knowledge, painting tools, and demonstrate how to paint “freehand flowers”.