Japanese Ink Painting
Lessons in Suiboku Technique (Designed for the Beginner)
$27.99
- Paperback
96 pages
- Release Date
30 December 2000
Summary
Japanese Ink Painting: Lessons in Suiboku Technique teaches beginners the fundamental techniques of suiboku, a form of Japanese ink painting.
Suiboku is considered to be a type of Japanese painting known as sumi-e. It adds water to emphasize the shading of black into gray in one brush-stroke. With origins in China and a spiritual basis in Zen Buddhism, this form of brush painting—expressing nature’s colors through shades of black ink monochrome—has been enjoyed throu…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780804832601 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0804832609 |
| Author: | Ryukyu Saito |
| Publisher: | Tuttle Publishing |
| Imprint: | Tuttle Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 96 |
| Edition: | New edition |
| Release Date: | 30 December 2000 |
| Weight: | 284g |
| Dimensions: | 197mm x 210mm x 13mm |
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Critics Review
“…designed for the beginner or amateur who can by himself learn and enjoy this technique as a hobby…well worth the money.” –The Decorator
“…illustrated step-by-step lessons are compact and clear…recommended.” –Library Journal
“…invaluable for understanding Oriental painting and the actual technique to be enjoyed as a hobby or used as a supplementary skill integrated with the professional’s vocabulary.” –American Artist
About The Author
Ryukyu Saito
Ryuku Saito has devoted his entire life to the study of Japanese art. A member of the Japan Art Society, Mr. Saito works closely with foreigners in Japan to acquaint them with the art of suiboku. He is an active director of the International Art Society.
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