The Grass Orchid Path: New Class Series in 2022
The Path of the Four Gentlemen
The Grass Orchid Path
2022 Feb/March Sumi-e on Sunday: The Grass Orchid Path
Grass Orchid on Rock by Patricia Larkin Green Sumi-e painting
Time: Sundays 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dates: Feb 20, 27, March 6, 13,
2022 Feb/ March Sumi-e on Tuesday: The Grass Orchid Path
Time: Tuesday 3:00 PM CT- 5:00 PM CT
Dates: Feb 22, March 1, 8, 15,
The emphasis is on the process! The Class will review the foundations of Sumi-e.
- Introduction to an appreciation of Chinese/Japanese calligraphy and painting
- “Four Treasures” (The ink stick, the ink stone, brush and paper) , the equipment and supplies
- Basic exercise on painting Grass Orchid leaves, petals, rocks and the basic composition of a Grass Orchid painting
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- Each class begins with a Zen lesson followed by breath and hand exercises.
- Demonstration of the “Vocabulary of strokes followed by step-by-step guided instruction on how to paint “The Four Gentlemen: The Grass Orchid Path”
- Int & Adv. will focus on Leaves, Petals, Rocks and composing paintings using Paper from The Advanced Paper Roll. Advanced Students will be provided individualized guidance, work at their own pace discovering “idea” paintings and advanced techniques. All levels are welcome, plan to let go and have fun while learning a few new stroke techniques.
Shozo Sato’s Advanced Sumi-e Workshop
We are excited to announce Shozo Sato’s Advanced Sumi-e Workshop at The Japanese Culture Center. This will be an extraordinarily rare opportunity to study with Sato Sensei and learn about Sumi-e and Shodo from the vision of a Tea Master and author.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shozo-satos-advanced-sumi-e-workshop-tickets-44946940509?aff=efbeventtix
Shozo Sato, is an internationally renowned Japanese master of traditional Zen arts, and has received the Order of Sacred Treasure from the Emperor of Japan for his contributions in teaching Japanese traditions. His areas of expertise include ikebana (flower arranging), chanoyu (tea ceremony), and Japanese theater as well as sumi-e (ink painting). He conducts workshops on ikebana and sumi-e throughout the U.S., Asia and Europe and is the author of numerous books including The Art of Arranging Flowers: A Complete Guide to Japanese Ikebana, Tea Ceremony, Shodo: The Quiet Art of Japanese Zen Calligraphy and The Art of Sumi-e. He was the founding director of Japan House at the University of Illinois, where he is Professor Emeritus and continues to teach Japanese arts. Shozo Sato resides in Champaign, IL.
Advanced Sumi-e Workshop: Exploring the Relationship between Shodo (Japanese Calligraphy Brush strokes) and Sumi-e.
Brush use for calligraphy and painting share a rich history of over 100 years with established methods and rules traditionally transmitted from teacher to student for 110 generations. Sato Sensei will demonstrate techniques developed to transfer the artist’s internalized “chi” or “ki” from brush-ink to sensitive paper. Controlling the amount of ink to create a wide variety of lines can be daunting. Sato Sensei is known for his clear explanations of the history, philosophy and energy that are essential to sumi-e.
Part 1: Shodo lesson: The relationship of brushwork pressure, movement, energy and active space.
Part 2. Advanced techniques for sumi-e painting of trees: Step by Step, using calligraphy strokes to create a dynamic tree.
Part 3. Final works: Participants are encouraged to bring examples of trees to paint for the final painting.
Pre-work: Participants are encouraged to bring their own practice sketches or paintings of trees for feedback.
All materials included, however participants are welcome to bring their own supplies to work with.
Shozo Sato will offer a special Advanced Sumi-e
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