Description
Cherry blossoms hold deep cultural & symbolic significance in East Asia: Transience & Impermanence, Beauty & Eleganc, Renewal & Rebirth, Love & Romance. They are a symbol of Japanese identity & are celebrated during the Hanami festival, where people gather under cherry blossom trees to enjoy picnics & festivities. Welcome to TamayoINKception! Please enjoy the exquisite Sumi ink artworks, blending traditional Japanese artistry with modern sensibilities. Delve into the elegance of ink wash paintings, a revered art form in Japan, meticulously crafted to infuse your surroundings with tranquility & grace. I use superfine Sumi, a Japanese black ink stick made of pine tree soot & natural glue, all handmade using traditional techniques. Each time I paint, I rub down the ink stick on a top-quality Suzuri (ink stone) to make Sumi ink. Despite being painted solely with black ink on white washi paper, ink wash paintings can evoke delicate atmospheres & even convey rich colors. This is because ink offers an infinite range of tones, from deep black to subtle shades. By controlling the amount of water & ink, the expression changes infinitely when it permeates the thin washi paper. Additionally, as an art form rooted in Zen, the powerful brushstrokes reflect the artist's embodiment of celestial energy. The subjects of my artworks each carry deep meanings rooted in East Asian religion & culture. They represent various auspicious signs & symbols of good fortune, warding off misfortune, the harmony of yin & yang, wisdom, social success, prosperity of offspring, longevity, & more. Please refer to the accompanying descriptions for an understanding of the meanings behind each painting subject. STORY Twenty-five years ago, I became fascinated by Sumi-e paintings when I encountered the artworks of Buddhism Zen monk Kaou, a Sumi-e master from the fourteenth century. I then started learning traditional painting techniques under Master Souu Meguro in Tokyo while studying art history in college. I honed my artistic skills at Setsu Mode Seminar in Tokyo & Camberwell College of Arts in London. I have had solo exhibitions & on-stage painting performances in Tokyo, New York, & Frankfurt. I have been featured on TV, as well as in web & magazine articles. Additionally, I work as a writer & translator specializing in art. I reflect my profound knowledge of Japanese art & its religious background, such as Zen, in my art. I offer donation-based online classes to share the healing & meditative powers of art & creativity with international participants. Please visit my website at https://www.tamayosamejima.com/en/fudepen/ for more information. Featured on Nikkei Asian Review: https://asia.nikkei.com/Life-Arts/Arts/Tokyo-sumi-e-artist-brings-new-life-to-traditional-art Original Artwork by Sumie Painter from Japan Sumie Ink Painting on handcrafted Japanese Washi paper Not framed Please frame it in an ordinary frame for watercolor paintings. I use a superfine Sumi; a Japanese black ink
