New Sumi-e Works

Zen Rising by Casey Shannon

15 x 18 ~ Mulberry Paper

Sumi (ink) and Japanese Watercolor

Raven Mountain by Casey Shannon
12 x 12 ~ Masa Paper
Sumi (ink), Japanese Watercolor, and Tea

Tea Tails by Casey Shannon
11 x 15 ~ Masa Paper

Sumi (ink) and Tea

Here are three examples of my newest sumi-e work. You can see all the new work by going :HERE

Fine Art Reproductions and cards of these works are also available by going: HERE

These sumi-e paintings are by the international and award winning Carmel artist Casey Shannon. Casey creates original contemporary ink paintings. Casey is currently the Director of the North American Branch of ICCPS - International Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting Society. This is a global society dedicated to the ancient art of sumi (ink).
These images will grace the walls of any home or office. They will infuse the area with the spirit of nature and delight the eyes of all. These paintings were inspired by the delicate spirit of the world that surrounds us. Ink and color were brushed on this paper with the intention of capturing essence.

Director of North America Branch ~ ICCPS
International Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting Sociey

国際中国書法国画家協会アメリカ支部：Ms. Casey Shannon　アメリカ現代水墨画家

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Flowering Alone

Flowering Alone

This contemporary Sumi-e is called 'Flowering Alone' and is painted with Sumi (ink) and Japanese watercolor. This image was inspired by the lonely and lovely little flowers and plants that manage to sprout up even in snow. They are determined to live in the harshest conditions of winter. I am reminded of this haiku:

"Just by being,
I'm here--
In snow-fall."
~ Kobayashi Issa

Now here is a concept we all could live by. We can thrive and live no matter what our condition might be in life. If you look closely at this sumi-e, you see a delicate little flower on a long stem with a few thorns. You see the struggle of beautiful life conquering all and the thorns representing obstacles overcome. Wouldn't it be wonderful if we could be like nature and just be? Flowering alone................

The original Sumi-e is for sale in Gallery Noble.

Art prints are available from my Zazzle Gallery. You may professionally finish your art print before purchase with a mat and frame of your choice right on the website. Or, you may purchase the print unframed.

Casey Shannon Studio