Shodo: Introduction to Japanese Calligraphy
Influences
A course by RIE TAKEDA , Calligrapher, Artist, and Teacher
About the video: Influences
Overview
“Now I will present and talk about my artistic influences and inspirations as a creator also as a Shodo teacher. I believe that sharing my insider information would help and positively inspire you throughout this learning process and self-rediscovering journey.”
In this video lesson RIE TAKEDA addresses the topic: Influences , which is part of the Domestika online course: Shodo: Introduction to Japanese Calligraphy. Calm your mind and find inner peace by understanding the philosophy and art of traditional Japanese writing.
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, I would like to talk about my influences and inspiration. I have a passion for classic calligraphy classical Japanese literature, and poetry. Also, I like Japanese influenced art. antique kimonos, and the art of Taisho. I'm inspired as well. by everyday life's living words, sounds and letters? colors lines and patterns. The first of my influences is the Japanese art. the term, japanesim, It refers to the influence of Japanese art and design in Europe. in the 19th century. Japanesim was first described in 1872 I like especially the Paris and Vienna based artists. Like Monet, ...”
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Course summary for: Shodo: Introduction to Japanese Calligraphy
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Calligraphy

RIE TAKEDA
A course by RIE TAKEDA
Rie Takeda’s journey with the art of Shodo began at the age of five under the creative guidance of her grandmother, a distinguished GAYU calligrapher. She went on to study at the Gayu SHODO Calligraphy School, which laid the foundation for her artistic career.
She currently works as a freelance artist and professional calligrapher in the UK, Europe, and Japan. Her work has been displayed in numerous group and solo exhibitions throughout the globe. Rie also gives workshops and group lessons of her unique approach to calligraphy which combines Shodo and mindfulness.
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