Sumiko Knudsen: 2 books
Sumi-E
Japanese Ink Painting
Language: English
Release Date: May 29, 2018
"Sumi-E" is composed of the words "Sumi", which means "black ink", and "E", which means "picture". Sumi-e is thus a Japanese art, where the pictures are painted with black ink. Sumi-e was brought to Japan by Zen priests in the 13th century and is closely...
Japanese Calligraphy
Shodo
Language: English
Release Date: July 6, 2018
Shodo is composed of the words "Sho" which means writing, and "Do", which means path or way. Japanese Calligraphy originates from Calligraphy from China, dating back 3000 years. This art form from China reached Japan. In ancient times, Calligraphy in China and Japan has reflected...