Zen ink painting
Definition
Zen ink painting is a traditional form of Japanese art that focuses on simplicity and minimalism. It uses black ink to create expressive brushstrokes and often depicts natural scenes or abstract concepts.
Analogy
Imagine you have a blank canvas, and all you have is a single black marker. With just that one tool, you can create beautiful artwork by using different strokes and techniques to convey emotions or capture the essence of nature.
Related terms
Sumi-e: Sumi-e is another term for Zen ink painting. It refers to the technique of using black ink and brushstrokes to create minimalist artworks.
Calligraphy: Calligraphy is closely related to Zen ink painting as it also uses brushstrokes but focuses on writing characters beautifully.
Haiku: Haiku poetry shares similarities with Zen ink paintings in terms of simplicity and capturing the essence of nature in a concise manner.
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