Everyday Ink

Chinese calligraphy painting: “Six Persimmons”. Original still life work. Inspired by the “Six Persimmons” from 13th-century Chinese painting; the painter was a monk, Muqi Fachang or Mu Ch’i Fa-Ch’ang of Song dynasty. Muqi was one of the two great exponents of the spontaneous mode of Chinese painting (the other being Liang Kai). It features six persimmons floating on an undefined, vast space. But all the marks are definite, full of life and nowness. Sumi ink on Chinese rice paper. 14″ by 24″. Signed by the seal of the artist: “existence and space (emptiness) are one.”    Another version:  

Pears of you and me And the others, We are a family. So sweet, so juicy So much possibility not to make it. It is good to be here. It is good to ripen. It is great to be of service. Pears of you and me, and the others, We are a society. Acrylic on canvas. 15 x 15 in.

In this day and age people often feel powerless, lacking of energy and purpose. Our life is occupied with meaningless chatter and noises. However, a sunflower, like nature itself, it is powerful and unapologizing. Its strength shocks us. It is more than mere beauty. There's no fear in being herself. Acrylic on canvas. 20 x 20 in. See this piece on Saatchi

The world of still life in the afternoon light of the studio. It brings great comfort to this chaotic life. No matter how things go, I will keep in touch with the warmth and kindness of my heart.  Acrylic on canvas. 20 x 30 in. See this piece on Saatchi

Afternoon light. Time stands still. A bit tranquility in this chaotic world.  "I'm slowing down the tune I've never liked it fast You wanna get there soon I wanna get there last It's not because I'm old It's not the life I led I always liked it slow That's what my mamma said." Lyrics by Leonard Cohen Acrylic on linen.  12 x 12 in.  Purchase this piece on Saatchi

A Squash, in the morning light. I often wonder how amazing life is: even in the very darkest hour, we can still appreciate the momentary, ephemeral beauty of our life and surroundings.  We can still love and be kind. Acrylic on linen.  14 x 12 in. Purchase this piece on Saatchi Zen Garden

I have a forever fascination with still life. It is traditional, and it is new. This is an ongoing exploration that I have revisited over the years. Here, pears in an abstract space of a red (vermilion) room. Acrylic on canvas.  31 x 23 in.  Purchase this piece on Saatchi

Simple joy of everyday life. Looking without concepts. Just looking, enjoying. Simply be. Acrylic on canvas. 22.5 x 12 in. Purchase this piece on Etsy

Two pears are just content as they are. They are beautiful because they are simple, independent, gratified and fulfilled. Acrylic on canvas, mounted on wood panel. Ready to hang. Acrylic on canvas. 10 x 11 in. Purchase this piece on Saatchi

 Sunday morning magic light. A brief moment of tranquility is still worthwhile! Joyful existence of still life objects. Colors and forms find their own places in the space. How nice! When the world is in turmoil, don't forget to look inwardly, and find our everlasting inner peace! Acrylic on canvas.  23 x 31 in. Purchase this piece on Saatchi Zen Garden

Fruits' dream of a party. Mid autumn melancholy. The subtle dreamy quality is done by thin layers of acrylic colors on clear gessoed ground canvas. Space is part of the reality. Acrylic on paper. 22 x 38 in. Purchase this piece on Saatchi Zen Garden

Modern still life painting of ancient Chinese motif. The pure satisfaction and content from looking at the mundane objects in life is truly rewarding! Acrylic on canvas. Mounted on wood panel. Ready to hang.  Purchase this piece on Saatchi Zen Garden

Two pears with modern design. A traditional Chinese still life motif with a modern flavor. Acrylic on canvas, mounted on wood panel. Ready to hang. Keywords: pears, shapes, still life, Modern Chinese painting, design, fruits, minimal, minimalism Purchase this piece on Saatchi Limited Zen Garden

"Be kind in the morning; be kind during the day; and be kind in the evening." There is tremendous power there. Just like bamboo, gentle but strong. With kindness, we will have no regret later in our life; we can respect ourselves and help others. We can feel good. "Bamboo in the Wind"- Sumi ink on paper. With my seal, which is an image of a bird on the left corner. 10 x 10".

Welcome the spring! Lilac orchid flower has the most alluring color. A butterfly comes from nowhere. May be a bit too early? 春蘭の花 　 spring orchids -  I pick one up and it slips in the clouds  A haiku by Iida Dakotsu 飯田蛇笏 The artwork is mixed media on rice paper, mounted on canvas. The dimension is 16" x 18". The seal is my name "Chin".

Simplicity - apply mindfulness and awareness on the space of the paper. Mindful of the brush strokes; aware of the space in between. Nothing extra. Nothing mechanical. Always keep a fresh perspective. Always flow, always alive, always changing. Keep precision and warmth both. Original Chinese line painting - brush work: "Orchid - Simplicity". Unframed. Sumi ink on textured Chinese rice paper. 12.5" by 22". Signed with a seal of the artist: "Emptiness and existence are one."