Have you ever wondered what an Ensō is and what it symbolizes? Well, I have the answer for you and have an example to show you. I have been fascinated with the concept of the Ensō for years. It has been only recently that I have been creating them.
In Zen Buddhist painting, Ensō symbolizes a moment when the mind is free to simply let the body and spirit create in full moment-to-moment concert. The Ensō is one of the most prevalent images of Zen Art, and it has become a symbol of the clean and strong Japanese aesthetic. The ensō is an expression of the mind of the artist who brushes it. As a symbol, the circle expresses the totality of our being. The circle points to the most vital aspect of our essence -- it's ultimate wholeness. The ensō symbolizes enlightenment, power, and the universe itself. It is a direct expression of thusness or this-moment-as-it-is. Ensō is considered to be one of the most profound subjects in zenga (Zen inspired painting). - Loori
This Ensō is called ' Ensō Willow Bud'. The original painting is located in 'Gallery Ensō'.
Click Here for this image as a Fine Art Print from my Zazzle Gallery.
I enjoyed reading about the Enso symbol. The circle is one of the most beautiful shapes in nature to contemplate. I think I will go look at the moon.
ReplyDeleteThe painting is lovely.
Ahhh, the moon! I'll have to paint more sumi-e with the moon as a focus.
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