The Art of Sumi-e by Naomi Okamoto Modelling tools it is important to allow

it is important to allow your painting to simply unfold across the pages of your sketchbooks and to learn from your successes as well as your mistakes

glaze medium and palette knives

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exact lines and details

showing exactly how to create the illusion

The Art of Sumi-e by Naomi Okamoto Modelling tools it is important to allowIn this beautiful book, Naomi Okamoto passes on her experience and knowledge of Sumi e traditional Japanese ink painting that uses only ink, white space and simple brushstrokes to capture the essence of an object, person, animal or scene. With her deep understanding of both the technical and spiritual aspects of this ancient art, she guides the reader expertly through the materials required and the techniques involved, successfully conveying as she