High Mountains Flowing Water

 

High Mountains Flowing Water

International Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting Society

North America Branch - ICCPS

We had a stunning exhibition at:

Oregon Society of Artists

2185 S.W. Park Place

Portland, Oregon

The exhibit was:

October 26-29 2018 

High Mountains Flowing Water is a classical Chinese song honoring friendship. The North America Branch of ICCPS is made up of artists with different backgrounds and styles from all over the world tied together with the same love for Chinese ink painting and calligraphy. Spanning continents of high mountains, and crossing oceans of flowing water, the artists hope to share their art with the rest of the world. 

Contemporary and traditional Asian scrolls of calligraphy and ink painting by 30 artists from 11 countries were on display. The show was curated by Casey Shannon OSA member and Director of the North America Branch ICCPS.  Also helping was Annie Gazeley, long time Portland
resident and supporter of the arts.

Here is the website of the North America Branch - ICCPS

https://iccpsnorthamericabranch.com/ 

Gallery Viewers

 From left to right
Alexandra Vasileva - Russia Director
Gregory Cortecero - France Director
Ransui Yakata - ICCPS Founder - Japan
Casey Shannon - North America Director

 Viewers in Gallery

 Marc Bauer-Maison - Canada

 Left to right

Patricia Ines Gomez - Argentina

Winner of 'Peoples Choice Award'

Irene Tsai - USA

Peoples' Choice Award

Patricia Ines Gomez

Further, we will also have 4 different live painting demonstrations at the opening reception.

Patricia Larkin Green of USA ~ Big Brush

Gail Threinen of USA – Painting Peonies

Meredith McPherson of USA ~ Enso/Calligraphy

Patricia Ines Gomez of Argentina~ Mountains/Eagle

Gail Threinen Demonstrating Peonies

If you would like to see a photo album of this stunning exhibit, here is the link:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/mzcFK5J3qb2Fqs376 

This photo album was created by member Steve Grant. 

Casey Shannon

Director of North America Branch ~ ICCPS

International Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting Society

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

  Casey Shannon Studio Art. 

Copyright ©  Casey Shannon Studio Art. All rights reserved

Casey Shannon Studio

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Sumi Exhibition!

Exciting News …

We are busy planning our 1st ICCPS North America Branch Exhibition in Portland, Oregon. ‘High Mountains and Flowing Water’.  We will have 30 scrolls of calligraphy and ink painting on display from 11 different countries within our branch. In addition, Ransui Yakata Head of ICCPS, Gregory Cortecero ~ French Branch Director, and Alex Vasil’eva ~ Russian Branch Director have also sent scrolls to participate with us. We are honored !

Further, we will also have 4 different live painting demonstrations at the opening reception.

Patricia Larkin Green of USA ~ Big Brush

Gail Threinen of USA – Painting Peonies

Meredith McPherson of USA ~ Enso/Calligraphy

Patricia Ines Gomez of Argentina~ Mountains/Eagle

There will be a ‘Peoples’ Choice Award’ presented at the opening reception. Chinese music performed by Bi Hai of Wisdom Arts Academy of Portland. 6-7:30pm !

Hors d’oeuvres and Wine

We are very excited to be able to show our passion and love for this beautiful art. Opening : Oct. 26th ~ 6pm – 10pm

The exhibit will be at :

The Oregon Society of Artists

Portland, Oregon USA

http://oregonsocietyofartists.com

Our Handouts at the reception !

High Mountains Flowing Water is a classical Chinese song honoring friendship. The North America Branch of ICCPS is made up of artists with different backgrounds and styles from all over the world tied together with the same love for Chinese ink painting and calligraphy. Spanning continents of high mountains, and crossing oceans of flowing water, the artists hope to share their art with the rest of the world.

Here are the participating artists ! Thank you !

Oregon Society of Artists
2185 SW Park Place
Portland, Oregon 97205

503-228-0706
oregonsa@gmail.com

Casey Shannon

Director of North America Branch ~ ICCPS

International Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting Society

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

  Casey Shannon Studio Art. 

Copyright ©  Casey Shannon Studio Art. All rights reserved

Casey Shannon Studio

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Ensō Noble

Ensō Noble 

Original sumi-e by Casey Shannon

This lovely Asian scroll just sold and is being shipped to New Jersey as we speak. It was purchased as a gift to a Tae Kwan Do master teacher. I am very honored my art was chosen to be given as the gift.

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. In Buddhism, enlightenment has been symbolized by a “bright full moon”. This painting was inspired by the Ensō  and the strength and power of the mountain, tree, and rock. A gathering of three (trees and rocks)  in the center denotes beauty and simplicity.  It is sacred. It is oneness. It also signifies wholeness. This directly relates to the significance of the Ensō which among other things also signifies wholeness. Mountains are very strong and noble.

Hence, the title.’ Ensō Noble'.

To learn more about the Ensō click here

Casey Shannon Studio

Casey Shannon

Director of North America Branch ~ ICCPS

International Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting Society

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

  Casey Shannon Studio Art. 

Copyright ©  Casey Shannon Studio Art. All rights reserved

Casey Shannon Studio

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Forever Home

Moon Shadows

Sumi-e by Casey Shannon

Image: 14 x 24

Scroll: 16 x 60

Medium: Sumi (ink) and Tea

This scroll was inspired by the beauty of nature and the beautiful mountains of Carmel Valley, CA. USA. The mountains are majestic and surround you with the gentleness of peace. 

 

My scroll was on display in AnShan City, China in the exhibition of ICCPS for 2016. This exhibition was beautiful with over 100 scrolls displayed from sumi artists from around the world. China, Japan, USA, Canada, Holland, Argentina, Australia, France, and Russia.

My scroll recently found it "forever home" in Santa Cruz, CA. USA

Here are a few pictures of it in its new home.

You can see more of my recent work: HERE

Casey Shannon

Director of North America Branch ~ ICCPS

International Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting Society

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

  Casey Shannon Studio Art.

Casey Shannon Studio

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ICCPS Tokyo Exhibition 2016

Corner of Tokyo Exhibition 2016

Let me take you on a little trip through the ICCPS Tokyo Exhibition for 2016. These sumi calligraphy and painting scrolls are by the members of the Tokyo Branch of ICCPS - International Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting Society. The society was founded in 2010 by Master Sumi Artist Ransui Yakata of Tokyo. This is a global society. Gregory Cortecero, French Branch Director, and myself as the North America Branch Director have our work included in the exhibit representing our branches.

Let me show you some of the work at the stunning exhibit.
Photos courtesy of Fujiko.

 Exhibit Goers

 

Beautiful Corner View 

More Lovely Work and Viewers

 

Close-Up of Two Scrolls 

 

My Work

'Dragon River' 

 

Dragon River - Detail

Sumi-e by Casey Shannon

14 x 15 - Sumi (Ink) - Xuan Paper

To view a short video of the exhibit go HERE

I hope you have enjoyed your tour!

Casey Shannon

Director of North America Branch ~ ICCPS

International Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting Society

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

Copyright ©  Casey Shannon Studio Art. All rights reserved

Casey Shannon Studio

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CVAA ~ Valley Girls Gallery

Casey Shannon Sumi-e

CVAA ~ Valley Girls Art Gallery

I am pleased to share with you my new instillation of original Asian hanging scrolls and framed sumi-e at Carmel Valley Art Association ~ Valley Girls Art Gallery. I have cards and matted fine art reproductions available also. This is the Spring/Summer 2015 Show.

The gallery is located at:

#2 Chambers Lane

Carmel Valley Village, CA.

831-659-2441

Carmel Valley Art Association (CVAA) @Valley Girls Gallery is co-owned by John and Shelley A Aliotti  (shelley designs).  They have created a successful model … a juried art association which showcases talented local artisans. The artists rotate into their gallery for three to six month periods;  they also work in the gallery once a month to meet and greet the community.

Please visit my page on the gallery website: CLICK HERE

If you are in this quaint little town nestled in the oak trees, stop by this fantastic gallery.

Casey Shannon

Director of North America Branch - ICCPS

International Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting Society

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

Copyright ©  Casey Shannon Studio Art. All rights reserved

Casey Shannon Studio

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