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This sumi-e painting is 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).

"Paradise"
Medium : Sumi (ink), Japanese Watercolor, on Xuan (rice paper)

Translation:
Square Chop/Artist Seal = Casey Shannon Studio

This image will grace the walls of any home or office. It will infuse the area with the spirit of nature and delight the eyes of all. This painting was 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.

For more images and information about originals, please contact the artist. www.caseyshannon.com

Casey Shannon, BFA, MS I am a contemporary sumi-e painter reaching beyond the limits of traditional ink painting. My paintings one would not generally call traditional sumi-e. However, I adhere to the traditional sumi-e principles and philosophies, as well as, the traditional preparation before beginning a sumi-e painting. Sumi-e expresses the character and soul of the artist. As an artist, for me, Sumi-e (ink painting) is a meditation and a creative process. I concentrate on trying to capture spirit as the ink is transferred to the paper with the stroke of the brush. The brush is pushed across the surface of the paper quickly. If your intention is correct, the object in the picture seems to 'breathe and take on life'. This unseen yet...