Artwork for Irene Sanderson
Worshipful Tree
Shrine avenue
Betty Boo asleep
Cherry blossom 6
Concerning war
Details
Mostly paintings, both small and large in scale using the materials from Japan and China, that is the carbon inks, organic and mineral paints and absorbent papers. Emphasis is on skilful handling of the brush so that "the brush will dance and the ink will sing" . I also illustrate and design books in the style of the west!
A lot of looking; a lot of time; and devotion. It is indeed an absorbing practice and although spontaneous requires a great deal of study.
I am artist whose work is mostly paintings and prints, landscapes and studies alongside album paintings of birds and flowers, works that reflect my interest in the approach and techniques of sumi-e and calligraphy. I studied in the Far East for some years and attended Bidai Kyoto; my master was Mushin, a master of the Kyoto Shijō school of painting that is famous for its depiction of nature but with a decorative and reflective feel.
Often give workshops to teach the methods and techniques. Often put work out in exhibitions. Often take commissions. For hArt this year I am pleased tol give sumi-e workshops 4pm~ 5pm on 9,10,11 September. All levels and ages are welcome. Materials provided. Contributions to UNICEF. Booking is essential though so please contact me on the mobile 07720 842529.
Graduated with Honours in Fine Art (typography and graphic communication) Reading University
Worked as a graphic artist in London before travelling overland to Japan where I studied calligraphy and the history of colour (Kyoto Bidai) and sumi-e under the master Mushin (Shijo Maruyama School)
Freelance book design and illustration
Recent exhibition include MIBI at the Ice House Gallery, Kensington, and the Eden Valley Artistic Network
2024 MIBI at the Ice House Gallery, Kensington (together with ceramicist Bridget Drakeford)
2024 Summer Group, Upfront Gallery, Hutton-in-the-Forest, Penrith, Cumbria
2023/4 Eden Valley Artistic Network (members exhibitions throughout the year), Penrith, Cumbria
2023/4 Talkin Tarn Alex Boathouse Gallery, Carlisle
2022 Absolute Classics with pianist Noriko Ogawa, Netherby Hall, Cumbria
Upfront Gallery, Hutton-in-the-Forest, Penrith www.up-front.com
