I have always been intrigued by traditional Asian ink paintings, and when Oriental Ink Painting (Sumi-E) was offered at a local college over 30 years ago, I immediately signed up. I took the course so that I might have an understanding of Chinese painting, but I found that it has given me a greater understanding of life itself. I discovered Sumi-E as a powerful source of self-expression and a pathway to personal spiritual experiences in nature. Oriental Ink Painting is the oldest living art in the world, possessing a beauty that transcends time. It is a classic, elegant and...more
