The items necessary for beginners are listed as follows:

1. Brushes. As a minimum, a small fine brush, a medium brush, and a larger, broad brush will be required.
2. Ink
3. Rice paper
4. One porcelain plate, plain white, approximately 18cm diameter, for mixing ink and colour.
5. Two jars, approximately 7cm diameter, 10cm high to hold water.
6. White felt approximately 90 x 90cm to be laid on table for work.
7. 2 absorbent wiping cloths.
8. tea spoon.

Brushes, ink and rice paper can be purchased through the school during your first lesson at a cost of approximately $30 to $50. Other items to be provided by yourself.