SHO : to write, writing, calligraphy. DO : the path, the way or the Tao, the path of life Ancient Japanese calligraphy, known as Shodo, is more than just a decorative art; it is a revolutionary approach to mindfulness. This beautiful introduction to Shodo shows how the movement of a brush channels energy through the body and mind, uniting both in harmony. In this book Rie Takeda, world-renowned Shodo artist and expert shares: the history, philosophy and spirituality of Shodo the craft of calligraphy from the basic brushstrokes up to complete kanji practical guidance on which inks, pens and brushes to use, how to prepare your space, how to sit and breathe spiritual insight into Shodo, including the concept of Mushin (an undisturbed mind), Qi energy, and how to discover and channel your unique inner quality. You will discover that what results on the paper during Shodo is a true depiction of the present moment, a movement toward a more peaceful mindfulness.

About the Author
Shodo artist and calligrapher Rie Takeda started practicing calligraphy at the age of five under the creative supervision of her grandmother, a distinguished "Gayu-Ryu" calligrapher. Later she completed the master of the Gayu calligraphy school. Following her art and design studies in Sapporo and London, Rie's enthusiasm for new forms of art, paired with her knowledge of traditional Japanese craftsmanship, led her to discover the Neo-Japonism style. The artist's past 15 years of living in Europe have been incredibly creatively productive. Rie works on several projects, collaborations and exhibitions - both in Europe and Japan, including creating a clothing collection for John Lewis and running the popular online Domestika course "Shodo: Introduction to Japanese Calligraphy".


Book Information
ISBN 9781786786807
Author Rie Takeda
Format Hardback
Page Count 248
Imprint Watkins Publishing
Publisher Watkins Media Limited