~Gansai Painting class in August~
we tried two different approaches — one was using Sanboku-hō (Three-Ink Technique), and the other was my original method of crumpling the paper and writing over the wrinkles.
in-person 8/9（SUN) from 1- 4 pm $60
(Limited to 5 participants)
We would like to decide what to paint next soon!
ONLINE 8/9（SUN) from 10- 12 pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/gBGwjK00TcGbYAWoR2aOIA
Urauchi ( Backing class)
Date: July 26
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Fee: $90 (All materials included)
Limited to 5 participants
Please bring 2 pieces of your artwork
Size: up to 14 × 20 inches
This is a unique workshop ：）
Backing (Urauchi) is an essential process for calligraphy and sumi-e paintings. It removes wrinkles and bubbles, strengthens the artwork, and is also a way of showing respect for the piece itself. In Japan, we would never display calligraphy, sumi-e, or other paper artworks without first backing them. This workshop is not about making scrolls. Instead, you'll learn the traditional art of Urauchi (Backing)—one of the most important steps in scroll mounting and the proper preservation of paper artwork. I'll provide everything you need, including glue, backing paper, brushes, and all the necessary tools. Just bring two pieces of artwork that you'd like to back. No experience is necessary—I will guide you through every step, so don't worry! If possible, please let me know the size of your artwork in advance. 😊
Scroll Making classes
See you next time!
In Autumn, I will be hosting the second scroll making workshop. The workshop will have a small group of three participants and it will be expected to take around 4 sessions. Making a scroll is a very intricate process. If we were to go into every detail, it would take a month or more. However, I plan to prepare certain parts in advance to make the process as efficient as possible. While actively participating in exhibitions as a calligrapher, I also studied the art of making scrolls at a scroll company in Osaka. At that time, driven by a strong desire to mount my own calligraphy, I entered the world of making scrolls. The purpose of hyougu (表具) is to enhance the beauty of the calligraphy, and hyougu (表具）itself should never overshadow the artwork. However, with the right choice of hyougu (表具, the piece can truly shine. Scroll itself is an essential part of the artwork, and I have deeply learned its importance.The last major scroll work I handled in Japan was being responsible for the mounting of most of the scrolls（肌裏 through 総裏) for the solo exhibition of Master Yamada shoukou(山田勝香at the Chigusa kai (千草会） I hope to share this knowledge and experience with all of you."Please bring your already backed artwork ( save drying time) no larger than 14 inches by 17 inches. (If you need backing, please let me know )
If you're interested, please let me know. I’d like to finalize the schedule based on your availability.
Please pay the fee for the first two sessions as a deposit upon signing up
~Japanese Calligraphy practice and Backing (Urauchi)Workshop~
(Limited to 5 participants)
See you next Spring Again!
Stay Tuned !
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Calligraphy Workshop at Michiko Studio
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Practice the essential basics of calligraphy
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Explanation of calligraphy tools and materials
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Demonstration by the instructor
12:00 PM -1:00 PM Travel and Lunch Break
（The park is only a 5-minute walk or a 1-minute drive from the studio, and we will be flexible with the travel time.I will provide a light lunch and snacks）
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Outdoor Calligraphy Workshop (in a park surrounded by the sea, forest, and birds)
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Write while surrounded by nature and free your mind
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Feel the flow of the brush as you write
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Backing demonstration/workshop at Michiko Studio (traditional backing method)
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Learn the essential technique of backing (mounting) calligraphy works
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This is a necessary skill for calligraphy art, so please experience it firsthand
Note:
Michiko Studio will provide all the calligraphy tools ( Paper, sumi, brush etc) and backing materials.
If you have your own brush, feel free to bring it along. Additionally, if you would like, you can purchase brushes that I brought from Japan!
