So what is Sumi-e? It is a painting style that originated in China and traveled to Japan that concerns itself with capturing a quick moment in time, rather than every single detail, as is the style in most Western painting.
Year: May 2003
Size: 8x12
Medium: Watercolor and ink on masa paper
This painting has particular symbolism to me, as it was created during a tornado warning while traveling through Arkansas. The painting kept me calm while lightning flashed continually outside, and it is one of my favorite pieces.
Year: 2003
Size 7x10
Medium: Watercolor and ink on masa paper
Year: July 2003
Size: 8x8
Medium: Ink and watercolor on masa paper
This is a more traditional Sumi-e painting, and shows my progress and learning of the brushstrokes. The flowers started out as wild orchids, but they look more like mums to me.
Year: July 2003
Size: 7x7
Medium: Ink on masa paper