Art Podcast

Art Podcast

Casey Shannon Studio

On June 16, 2020, I was asked to do a podcast as an invited artist talking about sumi for: "Let's Talk Art With Brooke". Doing a podcast was a new experience for me. I loved doing it and it was a lot of fun. I found Brooke to be a lovely person and very welcoming. If you have time to listen, I hope that you enjoy it.

Here is a link to the podcast: ( 30 minutes)

https://letstalkartwithbrooke.com/2020/06/16/casey-shannons-sumi-art/

Journey of Flowers by Casey

Casey Shannon

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

Casey Shannon Studio Art.

Copyright © Casey Shannon Studio Art. All rights reserved

Casey Shannon Studio

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Inspiration in Art

  Inspiration in Art

Happiness by Casey 

Happiness is a function of accepting 'what is'.

It's Much Easier by Casey

It's much easier to go with the flow.

These are very unsettling times that we live in today. The Covid-19 Caronavirus is turning our world upside down. The entire world is battling this disease. We must shelter in place and engage in social distancing. Schools and colleges are closed, we work from home, bars and restaurants are closed, Concerts are canceled, Sports activities are canceled, boarders are closed, travel is limited, and that's the short list of changes to our world. 

These kind of changes to our everyday life are very concerning for all of us no matter where in the world we live, Depression and worry can be a constant problem. Stress is the most concerning for most.

Many years ago, I experienced a massive brain-stem stroke which turned my world on it's head. Everything changed for me in an instant. I feel today a bit like I did then. Confused and scared. Nothing is under control. I felt like screaming and I did!

 Parachute by Casey

Your Mind and Life are like a parachute. It does not work unless it's open. 

Healing Art: Comfort and Inspiration

In my recovery from this stroke, I used my art as a healing tool for me. As soon as I could sit up in a wheelchair and hold a pen, I began drawing with a vengeance. I just knew art would save my life. And it helped tremendously!   I began drawing and adding to my drawings sayings that I found inspirational to me.

I'd like to share a few of those drawings with you in hopes you might find them healing and inspirational also.  You have already seen three in this blog. I'll add others here.

 Love Works by Casey

You don't have to go looking for love when it's where you come from.

Life by Casey 

Life works when you choose what you got.

So I hope you enjoyed viewing a few of my recovery drawings. I hope they made you smile. Take this uncertain time to do something you love to do. Walk your dog, hug a tree, do art, sing, dance, cherish your family and friends by emailing them or calling them. 

We can get through this!

Casey Shannon

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

Casey Shannon Studio Art.

Copyright © Casey Shannon Studio Art. All rights reserved

Casey Shannon Studio

凱西香儂齋

 

 

Healing Art: Comfort and Inspitation

It's Much Easier by Casey

It's much easier to ride the horse in the direction he's going. 

~ Werner Erhard

These are very unsettling times that we live in today. The Covid-19 Caronavirus is turning our world upside down. The entire world is battling this disease. We must shelter in place and engage in social distancing. Schools and colleges are closed, we work from home, bars and restaurants are closed, Concerts are canceled, Sports activities are canceled, boarders are closed, travel is limited, and that's the short list of changes to our world. 

These kind of changes to our everyday life are very concerning for all of us no matter where in the world we live, Depression and worry can be a constant problem. Stress is the most concerning for most.

Many years ago, I experienced a massive brain-stem stroke which turned my world on it's head. Everything changed for me in an instant. I feel today a bit like I did then. Confused and scared. Nothing is under control. I felt like screaming and I did!

 Parachute by Casey

Life is like a parachute. It does not work unless it's open. 

~ Werner Erhard

In my recovery from this stroke, I used my art as a healing tool for me. As soon as I could sit up in a wheelchair and hold a pen, I began drawing with a vengeance. I just knew art would save my life. And it helped tremendously!   I began drawing and adding to my drawings sayings that I found inspirational to me.

I'd like to share some of those drawings with you in hopes you might find them healing and inspirational also.  You have already seen two in this blog. I'd add others here.

Happiness by Casey 

Happiness is a function of accepting 'what is'.

~Werner Erhard 

 Love by Casey

You don't have to go looking for love when it's where you come from.

~Richard Bach

Life by Casey 

Life works when you choose what you got.

~ Werner Erhard

So I hope you enjoyed viewing a few of my recovery drawings. I hope they made you smile. Take this uncertain time to do something you love to do. Walk your dog, hug a tree, do art, sing, dance, cherish your family and friends by emailing them or calling them. 

We can get through this!

Casey Shannon

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

Casey Shannon Studio Art.

Copyright © Casey Shannon Studio Art. All rights reserved

Casey Shannon Studio

凱西香儂齋

 

  

Award of Excellence

Healing Art Exibition 2020

Award of Excellence

Award Winner

Winter by Casey Shannon

Sumi-e 

I am in the words of Renee Phillips an " incredible contemporary sumi-e artist who brings her own creative vision to paintings that express poetic simplicity, peace and harmony. Imagine relaxing or meditating in front of them. (She offers originals and prints!) She recently won an Award of Excellence in "The Healing Power of ART 2020" exhibition." 

View more of her art on the site. https://www.healing-power-of-art.org/casey-shannon/ 

Casey Shannon

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

Casey Shannon Studio Art.

Copyright © Casey Shannon Studio Art. All rights reserved

Casey Shannon Studio

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Year of the Metal Rat

Sumi-e by Nan Rae 
(Permission from artist)

Chinese Horoscope - Year of The Metal Rat

The Rat is the first of all zodiac animals. According to one myth, the Jade Emperor said the order would be decided by the order in which they arrived to his party. The Rat tricked the Ox into giving him a ride. Then, just as they arrived at the finish line, Rat jumped down and landed ahead of Ox, becoming first. The Rat is also associated with the Earthly Branch (地支—dì zhī) Zi (子) and the midnight hours. In the terms of yin and yang (阴阳—yīn yáng), the Rat is yang and represents the beginning of a new day. In Chinese culture, rats were seen as a sign of wealth and surplus. Because of their reproduction rate, married couples also prayed to them for children.

Personality and Characteristics 

Optimistic and energetic, people born in the Rat year are likable by all. They are sensitive to other’s emotions but are stubborn with their opinion. Their personality is kind, but due to weak communication skills, their words may seem impolite and rude. On the financial side, they like saving and can be stingy. However, their love for hoarding will sometimes cause them to waste money on unnecessary things.

The year of the metal rat will be a year of new beginnings for everyone!

Sumi-e by Fumiyo Yoshikawa

Member of ICCPS - North America Branch

The Rat is the first animal of the Chinese Zodiac, having won the Jade Emperor’s race.  There are different versions of this story, including what happened to the cat!

Apparently, the Rat represents diligence, kindness, and generosity, and the Metal Rat Year is going to be a strong, prosperous, and lucky year for most Chinese zodiac signs.

Sumi-e by Tai Oi Yee
Member ICCPS - North America Branch

Sumi-e by Maria Papp

Member - ICCPS North America Branch

Casey Shannon

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

Casey Shannon Studio Art.

Copyright © Casey Shannon Studio Art. All rights reserved

Casey Shannon Studio

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Art for a Good Cause!

Art for a Good Cause!

Valentine's Benefit

20th Anniversary

i have always thought that for me a good way to support charities and organizations that I care about is to donate a piece of my art when asked or even when not asked. It is so important to reach out and support others. I have donated art to Assistance Dogs of Hawaii and their events for almost 20 years. This organization is very dear to me. They do outstanding work pairing people with disabilities with a working dog that will make their life a little bit easier.

My service dog Wesley is from ADH

I have been blessed with three service dogs from ADH over the years. They have been true companions and helpers. Each with their own personality and making my life a whole lot better in many ways. 
Assistance Dogs Hawaii

Mountain Music by Casey Shannon

Award - at 56th Sumi Society of America Exhibition

This year my contribution is a framed and matted fine art reproduction of this award winning piece of art.  Medium is sumi (ink) on shikishi board. My painting will be offered in the auction. You can get a fine art reproduction too. Go to: FAA

Here it is framed.

Hope you like it!

In addition to donating my painting, Wesley and I will be giving a little talk about service dogs. If you are in Maui, you won't want to miss this fabulous event. 

Saturday February 22, 2020 at The Four Seasons Resort in Wailea. 

5:00pm Reception and Silent Auction 

6:30pm Gourmet Dinner

Casey Shannon

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

Casey Shannon Studio Art.

Copyright © Casey Shannon Studio Art. All rights reserved

Casey Shannon Studio

凱西香儂齋

ICCPS 2019 Exhibition in Beijing China!

9th Annual ICCPS Exhibition in Beijing China

 Flyer 2019 ICCPS Exhibition in Beijing

 

The Road North by Casey Shannon 

International Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting Society is having their 9th annual 2019 sumi exhibition in Beijing, China. I am pleased to share with you that my work "The Road North" (Director's Award) is represented in this exquisite exhibition. Sumi artists from around the globe will have their work on display.

The exhibition is presented by Ransui Yakata!

October 19 to 26 2019

China New Ink Painting Institute Art Museum,

Guanzhuang Road,

Wangsiying Town 798 Chaoyang District Beijing, China

Casey Shannon

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

Casey Shannon Studio Art.

Copyright © Casey Shannon Studio Art. All rights reserved

Casey Shannon Studio

凱西香儂齋

SSA 56th National Sumi Exhibition!

Sumi Society of America

56th National Juried Exhibition

 

 

Sumi-e Society of America, Inc.

56th Annual National Juried Exhibition

AUGUST 9 – SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Juried by: Yuming Zhu and Hong Zhang

Hosted by: Ming Chiao Chapter

Artistry is pleased to present the Sumi-e Society of America’s 56th Annual National Juried Exhibition, hosted by the local Ming Chiao Chapter.  This large group exhibition will display examples of the best current East Asian brush painting and calligraphy as well as further the Society’s mission; to foster and encourage an appreciation of East Asian brush painting techniques; serve as a cultural bridge between East and West; and to furnish information to all persons who wish to learn about this art. This year’s exhibition will be juried and judged by nationally recognized artists Yuming Zhu and Hong Zhang.

 

ABOUT THE SUMI-E SOCIETY OF AMERICA

The Sumi-e Society of America, Inc. is a non-profit educational organization founded in New York by Professor Motoi Oi in 1963 to foster and encourage an appreciation of East Asian brush painting techniques through publications, workshops, lectures and exhibitions; to serve as a cultural bridge between East and West; and to furnish information to all persons who wish to learn about this art. Oi spoke of providing “a means through which the fresh, new spirit of American culture could be viewed in Sumi-e.”

Exhibiting Artists

Ayako Abe-Miller, Soon Dan An, Aiko Anderson, Eiko Anderson, Heidi Bhak, Judie Bordic, Amy Bounds, Susan K Chang, Nancy Cheung, Cathy Chi, Mei Lih Chiang, Sharon Crosby, Collette Cummella, Mary Cummings, Susan Davies, Nancy Dellamura, L. Kellie Dixon, Sally Feng, Katie Feucht, Susan Frame, Susan Fredrickson, Jeanne Frink, Judy Giguere, Patricia Gustafson, Blanche Gyberg, Ann Haseman, Bing Huang, Carla Jaranso, Francine Joyal, Wynne Keller, Bok Kim, Jade Lam Paul Lifton, Joan Lok, Nell Maha, Frederica Marshall, James (Jim) McGuire, Ting Mei, Thomas Merwin, Heesook Moon, Linda Mulhauser, Simona Nemcova, Yvonne Palka, Maria Papp, Chung Park, David Patten, Marnie Peichel, Li-Wen Quach, Mary Rodning, Keiko Romerstein, Susan Ryan, Bob Schmitt, Sungsook Setton, Casey Shannon, Regina Siske, Renee Sonka, Karen Sontag-Sattel, Frank Spink, Craig Steinmetz, Kay Storck, Kay Stratman, Judith Sutton-Fagan, Mikiko Tanaka, Ileane Tatar, Hitomi Tatsumi, Jane grace Taylor, Delene Teller, Joyce Thompson, Gail Threinen, Vienna Volante, Carol Waite, Kathryn Weese, Ben Wong, Kyong Sook Woo, Carole Yee, Jae Soon Yi, Yong Suk Yi, Fumiyo Yoshikawa, Song Zhao.

The 56th Annual National Juried Sumi Society of America Exhibition in Bloomington, MN. My work was juried into this exquisite show. I was so happy to be included in a show with these very talented sumi artists. I never dreamt that I would be awarded a ribbon! I am excited, thrilled, honored, humbled, in a dream..............
Photos courtesy of Gail Threinen.

 

Mountain Music by Casey Shannon

SSA Ribbon awarded to Casey Shannon

Mountain Music

Ink on Shikishi Board

Art attendees at the SSA National Juried Exhibition

More art attendees at the SSA National Juried Exhibition 

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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Interesting Sumi-e Brush

Time Brush

This is a very unusual brush. It's called a Time Brush. 

The owner of the Chinese store writes about this brush:

I met this brush totally by accident when I was wandering in the market as I always do. Mr. Xu was putting together the brush handle and the brush tip. And, I knew it is an excellent choice for the shop when I notice the proud in his eyes. The brush handle is quite unique and every brush is the only one in the world because the shape varies for every one. Made of a special tree, the handle can only be found once or twice in every five years. After careful processing, the craftsman turned them into nice brushes for calligraphy and painting. The knots in the handle are called "tumor" and they have witnessed the passage of a long history. Therefore, the brush is named as "Time".  It is used for painting and calligraphy.

I purchased this brush from https://chineseart.store/

I am a Chinese Brush Painter. I use Chinese and Japanese brushes for my ink paintings. I also am a brush collector. I have hundreds of beautiful brushes and some are very rare. I knew this brush would be a wonderful addition to my collection.

The length of the handle varies from 50-60cm (20-24inch) and that of the hair is 9cm (3.5inch). The hair of this brush is goat. The tip (hair) of the brush can be replaced after extended usage. In this way, one can always have a new brush on hand. I am in love with this new Time Brush.

Studio Photo of Some Brushes

This is a photograph of only a very small portion of the brushes in my collection. Maybe it's 1/4 of the brushes that I have on hand to play with when I paint.

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

凱西香儂齋

 

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