http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/Japanese-Calligraphy-blog.html The Japanese calligraphy Blog keeps you up-to-date with all new galleries, artwork, and articles added to the theartofcalligraphy.com website. Click to subscribe. en-us Sat, 05 Apr 2008 16:47:08 GMT Sat, 05 Apr 2008 16:47:08 GMT theartofcalligraphy.com http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/site-map.html Site map for the web of Japanese calligraphy of woman artist Nadja Van Ghelue Sat, 05 Apr 2008 16:28:09 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/seven-virtues-of-bushido.html The seven virtues of bushido, what are they, which are the kanji, what is the spirit of the bushido code? The artist gives a visual show of the seven virtues of bushido and explains their meaning. Sat, 05 Apr 2008 16:14:31 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/bushido-kanji.html The bushido kanji includes BU, martial, SHI, person and DO, the Way. Master calligrapher Nadja Van Ghelue has brushed the bushido kanji, the Way of the Samurai, in fluent calligraphic brushstrokes. Sat, 05 Apr 2008 16:12:12 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/artist-interview.html This artist interview highlights the importance of meditation in the practice of Japanese Calligraphy and sumi painting. Calligrapher Nadja Van Ghelue shares her experience with a graphic-designer. Tue, 05 Feb 2008 11:39:27 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/womanartist.html Journey of woman artist into the world of Japanese and Zen calligraphy, her own experience and practice. She introduces you to this meditative art and sells her calligraphies at the shodo art gallery. Tue, 05 Feb 2008 10:28:15 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/avalokiteshvara.html This calligraphy depicts Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, Chenrezig, Kwannon in kanji. Written in expressive seal script. Unconventional representation of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. Sat, 26 Jan 2008 19:53:38 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/artlinks.html Woman artist Nadja Van Ghelue presents sites related to Japanese calligraphy, shodo, Japanese painting, Buddhist art, art directories and artists. Sat, 26 Jan 2008 19:49:29 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/aikido-kanji-large.html The aikido kanji large has three parts: A, to harmonize; KI, lifeforce and DO meaning the Way. Calligrapher Nadja Van Ghelue shows the aikido kanji large brushed in a vigorous semi cursive style. Sat, 26 Jan 2008 19:46:54 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/nature-paintings.html These nature paintings in spontaneous and lofty brushstrokes follow the sansui tradition of Chinese and Japanese painting and express the deep bond felt with nature as source of all creativity. Thu, 24 Jan 2008 15:34:13 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/mountain-paintings.html Mountain paintings are the soul of traditional Chinese and Japanese landscape painting, called Sansui, or Painting of Mountain and Water. Thu, 24 Jan 2008 15:32:14 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/abstract-landscape-paintings.html Abstract landscape paintings in traditional Chinese and Japanese painting are no accidental abstract forms. They are rather keen simplifications which capture the essentials of mountains and rivers. Thu, 24 Jan 2008 15:30:32 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/japanese-painting.html The Japanese painting gallery shows the sumi painting of artist Nadja Van Ghelue. Trained in Japanese calligraphy she expands her calligrafic art into Japanese painting with lucid washes and brushwork Wed, 23 Jan 2008 18:19:13 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/japanese-brush-painting.html This Japanese brush painting depicts the grape vine with fruit. The sumi painting with black and gray ink tones is mounted with bright yellow silk which hightens the elegance of this brush painting. Wed, 23 Jan 2008 18:06:44 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/japanese-landscape-paintings.html Japanese landscape paintings are best known to us as landscape paintings in black and grey tones.In two of the Japanese landscape paintings the artist evokes the Serra Tramuntana of the island Majorca Wed, 23 Jan 2008 18:00:32 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/martial-arts-t-shirts.html Martial art t-shirts, hoodies, men's and women's apparel with original Japanese calligraphy that captures the essence of every martial art. These Japanese t-shirts make memorable gifts. Sun, 20 Jan 2008 08:33:37 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/calligraphy-brush.html A calligraphy brush looks simple, but in the hand of a skilled calligrapher it becomes a fearless dancer. Learn about the different types of calligraphy brushes and their characteristics. Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:14:33 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/avalokiteshvara-bodhisattva.html Avalokiteshvara-bodhisattva is the focus of this large hanging scroll. The kakejiku depicts five vigorous characters, which invoke the loving-kindness of the maha-bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara. Tue, 08 Jan 2008 10:06:00 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/shodo.html Shodo online art gallery shows inspiring shodo, Zen and Japanese calligraphy with vivid abstract beauty. Shodo art gallery to enjoy original artwork. Mon, 07 Jan 2008 09:21:59 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/japanese-calligraphy-supplies.html Practical guide on Japanese calligraphy supplies written with artistic passion and from personal experience leads the calligraphy practitioner into the vast world of Japanese calligaphy supplies. Sat, 05 Jan 2008 12:28:58 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/ink-stone.html Only a genuine ink stone gives you the perfect ink for your practice. Learn how to choose, use and care for the ink stone. On the flat surface of the ink stone you grind the ink stick into liquid ink. Sat, 05 Jan 2008 12:20:58 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/ink-stick.html The ink stick and its qualities are described with practical guidelines, enabling the beginner and advanced practitioner of Japanese calligraphy to select and use the appropriate ink stick. Sat, 05 Jan 2008 12:16:56 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/buddhistart.html The Buddhist art gallery presents Japanese calligraphy and sumi paintings introducing the principle of non-cultural Buddhist art. The available artwork is carefully mounted on silk hanging scrolls. Sun, 04 Nov 2007 18:11:39 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/kanji-symbols.html Kanji symbols are a fascinating world of images. I will introduce you to their rich history and symbolism. You will also find unique examples of Japanese calligraphy of the most popular kanji symbols. Fri, 13 Jul 2007 07:15:19 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/reiki-symbols.html The first kanji of REIKI is REI, which means soul, the universal spirit. In Japanese, the kanji REI is used to express a wonderful, mysterious wholesome thing as for example in REIZAN, the holy mountain, in REISUI, wholesome water, or REISEKI, the holy stone, and REIKA, the holy fire. Reiki means a holy wonderful energy. The reiki symbols that I have brushed in the four different styles of Japanese calligraphy give you a visual image of the different qualities of this universal energy. Thu, 07 Jun 2007 16:01:49 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/buddhanature.html Calligraphy evoking the vast quality of the Buddha nature. Done after an example of zen monk Sengai this work shows the dynamic spirit of calligraphy merging into abstract art. Contemporary artist. Sat, 02 Jun 2007 18:29:25 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/kwanzeon.html Japanese Calligraphy of Kwanzeon by woman artist Nadja Van Ghelue. Artwork in vigorous kaisho evoking the Great Bodhisattva who embodies compassion and love. Contemporary calligraphy and dharma-art. Sat, 02 Jun 2007 18:21:24 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/buddha.html This Japanese calligraphy depicts Buddha. The single kanji Sat, 02 Jun 2007 17:54:23 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/prajnaparamita.html Woman artist Nadja Van Ghelue pays homage to Prajnaparamita, the perfection of wisdom, in expressive Japanese calligraphy. She presents her art inspired on Buddhism and Zen at the shodoartgallery. Mon, 28 May 2007 09:13:31 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/prajna.html Japanese calligraphy by woman artist Nadja Van Ghelue shows prajna, hannya in Japanese. This contemporary work transmits the joy of prajna, the jewel that shines ever more along the spiritual path. Mon, 28 May 2007 09:04:56 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/mantra.html The mantra of transcendent knowledge, the mystic spell brought alive in calligraphy of contemporary artist. Pictures of Buddhism, Japanese calligraphy at shodoartgallery. Mon, 28 May 2007 09:02:12 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/heartsutra.html Contemporary buddhist imagery of the heart sutra, the second turning of the Wheel of Dharma. Creative pilgrimage to the Vulture Peak in calligraphy artwork at the Shodo Art Gallery. Mon, 28 May 2007 08:58:59 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/formisemptiness.html The essence of Buddhism Heart Sutra is depicted in Japanese calligraphy. In expressive calligraphic style woman artist Nadja Van Ghelue creates an abstract image of emptiness. See Shodo Art Gallery. Mon, 28 May 2007 08:53:26 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/ninja-kanji.html The ninja kanji has two parts: NIN means to hide, JA stands for person. Calligrapher Nadja Van Ghelue explains the ninja kanji in detail and shows a bright calligraphy written in semi-cursive script. Thu, 24 May 2007 09:24:09 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/reiki-symbols.html The reiki symbols shown are kanji symbols written by master calligrapher Nadja Van Ghelue. You will find the reiki symbols in standard, semicursive, fluent cursive and the ancient Japanese seal script Thu, 24 May 2007 09:20:34 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/kanji-love.html The kanji love consists of three clearly recognizable ideograms. Calligrapher Nadja Van Ghelue has brushed the kanji for love in different styles and explains the meaning of the separate parts. Wed, 23 May 2007 17:42:49 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/kanji-t-shirts.html Our kanji t-shirts are originally designed by artist Nadja Van Ghelue. Our unique designs stress the beauty of Japanese kanji symbols, and capture the creative power of kanji on kanji t- shirts. Wed, 16 May 2007 16:26:48 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/zen-words-calligraphy.html The zen words, meigetsu seifu, are written in fluent cursive script by woman artist Nadja Van Ghelue. This silver silk hanging scroll brings the clarity and joy of a bright moon with a gentle breeze. Mon, 07 May 2007 15:24:49 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/zen-saying-calligraphy.html The zen saying of zen master Joshu, kissako, is written on a deep blue hanging scroll by Nadja Van Ghelue. This Buddhist scroll is a lively invitation to the universal cup of the tea of enlightenment. Mon, 07 May 2007 15:12:58 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/seascape-paintings.html Seascape paintings are a prefered subject of artist Nadja Van Ghelue. This example of her seascape paintings is a watercolor painting done with sumi and mineral blue depicting a striking cliff. Mon, 07 May 2007 15:01:09 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/paramita-of-wisdom.html The paramita of wisdom is written in fluent cursive script by woman artist Nadja Van Ghelue after the calligrapher Wang Xizhi. The cursive style emphasizes the female aspect of prajnaparamita. Mon, 07 May 2007 11:48:47 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/modern-watercolor-painting.html This modern watercolor painting is a Japanese brush painting made with sumi and indigo blue on rice paper. The cormorant is rendered in very few strokes to obtain a high expressiveness of the subject. Mon, 07 May 2007 11:37:38 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/kanji-calligraphy.html This kanji of loving kindness is a dynamic single character brushed on a Japanese hanging scroll. The spontaneous written kanji ai evokes a figure that moves forward full of love and generosity. Mon, 07 May 2007 11:30:01 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/zen-heart-sutra-phonetic.html Zen heart sutra phonetic. Third part of the translation of each Japanese kanji into English. Reference guide for the practice of sutra copying and Japanese calligraphy. Tue, 20 Mar 2007 09:25:16 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/heart-sutra-english.html Heart sutra English version. Second part of the translation of the heart sutra in Japanese into English. Reference guide for the practice of sutra copying and Japanese calligraphy. Tue, 20 Mar 2007 09:14:12 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/heart-sutra-in-japanese.html The heart sutra in Japanese explained. You will find the 270 kanji, the phonetic reading and the translation of each kanji. With this course you can copy and study the heart sutra in Japanese easily. Tue, 20 Mar 2007 08:58:38 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/privacy.html Privacy policy. Mon, 19 Mar 2007 07:42:20 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/kanji.html The kanji gallery shows shodo art of Japanese calligraphy. You will find calligraphy with expressive kanji capturing the very essence of the dharma. Wed, 06 Dec 2006 11:33:20 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/index.html Japanese Calligraphy, shodo, its beauty and spiritual power. Woman artist shows contemporary Dharma art inspired on Buddhism and Zen at shodo art gallery. Experience the world of Japanese Calligraphy. Fri, 24 Nov 2006 07:22:07 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/ninja-kanji.html Just like in other Japanese kanji symbols that express emotion and feelings, the ninja kanji also has the ideogram for heart, kokoro, as the main part of the kanji. Wed, 01 Nov 2006 10:44:57 GMT http://www.theartofcalligraphy.com/calligraphy-books.html Calligraphy books on Chinese or Japanese calligraphy are indespensable to improve your practice of Japanese calligraphy. Read my reviews of my favourite calligraphy books before buying. Sat, 27 May 2006 10:43:23 GMT