"Brightly, Strongly, Like a dandelion. Even if trampled, Even if trampled, It still blooms. Like a dandelion. On this planet, Let us root deeply, And live."- Sakamura Shinmin
Playfulness
£75.00
Artwork Details
Medium:
Sumi ink
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UK
Framing:
Custom
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Here I am putting my bold, high-contrast pieces consisting mainly of single characters or phrases. In traditional East Asian philosophy, ki (or qi in Chinese) is the invisible energy that flows through all living things. In Japanese calligraphy, ki is the invisible bridge between the artist's internal state and the external physical stroke. Ultimately, mastering Japanese calligraphy is not just about mastering the brush; it is about cultivating, controlling, and expressing the power of ki.
While this kanji is mostly about being free, I associate it with 'joy of living' and the best way to depict this is a poem by Sakamura Shinmin "Tampopo" (Dandelion). It is one of his most beloved works. It is often cited in Japan as a source of immense courage and the "joy of living" (ikigai) despite adversity.