NEW hardcover

Zen By the Brush: A Japanese Painting And Meditation Set Myochi Nancy OHara and Susan Morningstar

For centuries, Zen monks in Japan have used the traditions of ink painting and poetry to aid them in meditation and express their insights Zen by the Brush offers modern readers a simple, quick, and fun way to relax with Zen artThe fullcolor book contains an introduction to the basics of brush painting and Zen meditation Along with Zen writings and Japanesestyle sumie illustrations to inspire you, Zen by the Brush provides an enjoyable introduction to a meditative art and a means to practice the craftZen by the Brush includes a special painting board and brush in a reusable storage case Using plain water, readers paint their own sumie pictures The inklike image fades after a minute or two as it driessimply part of the Zen practice of letting go