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Dark pink watercolor and Chinese sumi-e ink camellia flower on textured paper

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Wild plum is considered to be one of the “four gentlemen” of eastern art, meaning four most popular and noble themes that represent main seasons as well as most important human virtues. Chinese plum, also called meihua is a favorite theme of eastern art and poetry. It blooms in early spring, sometimes having to endure chill and snowfall, so this bright and delicate blossom has been celebrated as a symbol of late winter / early spring and striving new life. This painting represents faith and optimism of early spring. Watching these brave flowers unfolding in chilly air makes you believe everything is possible. Stamp featured on the painting is the author’s “signature”, carved in tensho calligraphy characters. The style used is...

This little kitten is very young, full of wide-eyed wonder and innocent curiosity. A little unsteady in its movements, delicate, but trusting, a reminder of how we used to feel when we were so absurdly young. Stamp featured on the painting is the author’s “signature”, carved in tensho calligraphy characters. The style used is known as Japanese ink wash painting, sumi-e and suibokuga. Materials used: rice paper, Chinese dry ink and animal hair brush.

Dragon Ink Painting

Red watercolor and Chinese sumi-e ink camellia flowers on textured paper

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Bamboo is regarded by oriental artists as “father of ink wash paining”. It is closest of all to classic calligraphy – every branch an every leaf is a separate brush stroke and so the artist conveys the energetic spirit of the plant as well as his or her own nature. Bamboo is one of the “four gentlemen” of eastern art, meaning four most popular and noble themes that represent main seasons as well as most important human virtues. It is a symbol of summer and dynamic masculine energy. This particular painting combines the “positive diagonal” of the rising stem and the lively youthful spirit of young bamboo leafs. Stamp featured on the painting is the author’s “signature”, carved in tensho calligraphy characters. The style used is...

Three robots sumi-e

Wild plum is considered to be one of “four gentlemen” of eastern art, meaning four most popular and noble themes that represent main seasons as well as most important human virtues. Chinese plum, also called meihua is a favorite theme of eastern art and poetry. It blooms in early spring, sometimes having to endure chill and snowfall, so this bright and delicate blossom has been celebrated as a symbol of late winter / early spring and striving new life. This ink wash paining is inspired by most dramatic Chinese and Japanese works. It represents intricacy of life as well as its inherent vital optimism. Stamp featured on the painting is the author’s “signature”, carved in tensho calligraphy characters. The style used is also known ...

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Japanese inspired illustration

Pretty watercolor and ink style cherry blossom (sakura) tree on a deep pink background with a pink rising sun

Chrysanthemum is a symbol of autumn. It blooms sometimes well into winter, surviving bitter cold and snowfall, and so it has become a symbol of fortitude and wisdom that comes from experience. However, chrysanthemums can also be strikingly beautiful, commanding respect and admiration. No wonder, it has become an emblem of Japanese Imperial dynasty. This painting underlines this particular aspect of chrysanthemum’s symbolism. Stamp featured on the painting is the author’s “signature”, carved in tensho calligraphy characters. The style used is also known as sumi-e and suibokuga. Materials used: rice paper, Chinese black dry ink, vermilion ink and animal hair brush.

Everything reminds us of the sky, even if we forget to look up sometimes. You can wish upon a star even in the broad daylight under maple tree, just make sure you mean it. Stamp featured on the painting is the author’s “signature”, carved in tensho calligraphy characters. The style used is known as Japanese ink wash painting, sumi-e and suibokuga. Materials used: rice paper, Chinese dry ink and animal hair brush.

Autumn is a lonely season, but sometimes loneliness is the most fruitful. It is the best time to pick and store for the future. Stamp featured on the painting is the author’s “signature”, carved in tensho calligraphy characters. The style used is known as Japanese ink wash painting, sumi-e and suibokuga. Materials used: rice paper, Chinese dry ink and animal hair brush.

Pine tree rendered in sumi-e style, inverse color for darker backgrounds.

A pine tree rendered in sumi-e style.

A pine tree on the edge of a cliff rendered in sumi-e style. White BG for printing on any color.

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Cat sumi e art, japanese aesthetic.

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Traditional Japanese ink and watercolor style design of bamboo and a red rising sun on a mottled white and cream background.

Pretty watercolor and ink style cherry blossom (sakura) tree on a purple background with a lilac rising sun

There’s nothing so soft and so delicate as first willow catkins. Spring is many days away, yet, once you see those soft little paws, you’ll know, it’s already coming. Stamp featured on the painting is the author’s “signature”, carved in tensho calligraphy characters. The style used is known as Japanese ink wash painting, sumi-e and suibokuga. Materials used: rice paper, Chinese dry ink and animal hair brush.

There’s something slightly alarming in crows dancing in cool winter air. Perhaps, they remind us of faraway black sails and long forgotten adventures. Stamp featured on the painting is the author’s “signature”, carved in tensho calligraphy characters. The style used is known as Japanese ink wash painting, sumi-e and suibokuga. Materials used: rice paper, Chinese dry ink and animal hair brush.

Magnolia grandiflora is one of the most impressive and majestic flowers in the world. Yet, it is also as delicate as a young queen among sturdy knights. You know that beauty can save the word, but it can also rule it. Stamp featured on the painting is the author’s “signature”, carved in tensho calligraphy characters. The style used is known as Japanese ink wash painting, sumi-e and suibokuga. Materials used: rice paper, Chinese dry ink and animal hair brush.

This is actually a true story that the author has witnessed in her own yard. Fortunately, no animals were harmed in the process :) This situation seems symbolic, though. To the author it represents the challenges of public speaking, but you can fill it with any connotations you like. Besides, it was just a lovely ink wash silhouette, presented by nature. Stamp featured on the painting is the author’s “signature”, carved in tensho calligraphy characters. The style used is also known as sumi-e and suibokuga. Materials used: rice paper, Chinese black dry ink and animal hair brush.

'Morning Orchids' is a sumi-e ink wash painting on toned paper. I dedicate this painting to all mornings.

The fire Wolf

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Chrysanthemum is a symbol of autumn. It blooms sometimes well into winter, surviving bitter cold and snowfall, and so it has become a symbol of fortitude and wisdom that comes from experience. Light and shadow, success and failure, and, ultimately, valiant fight for life – all in one inspiring flower scroll. Stamp featured on the painting is the author’s “signature”, carved in tensho calligraphy characters. The style used is also known as sumi-e and suibokuga. Materials used: rice paper, Chinese black dry ink, and animal hair brush.