Book-Sumi-E -The Art of Japanese Brush Painting  E-mail this product to a friend

SUMI-E is an ancient Japanese traditional art form literally meaning ink (sumi) and (E) meaning painting. Sumi-e requires only black ink, paper, a brush and water to create your own unique and distinctive works of art. A single color of ink can suggest many different shades and it is the dynamic quality of strokes that produce the characteristic style of sumi-e. "Sumi-e, The Art of Japanese Brush Painting" instructs the beginner in the essentials of sumi-e, the materials used, brush techniques for line drawing and ink gradations, and how to create your own pictures with a variety of forms including rocks, landscapes, trees and plants. The information and techniques provided in this book is an excellent guide for the novice that will provide much enjoyment and pleasure. Available in paperback, Authored by Niji.