Sunday, March 13, 2011

Japan


My heart aches. The devastation from the earthquake in Japan is beyond comprehension. Sending thoughts of compassion and monetary aid is one way to cope. Taking a deep breath to cherish our own uneventful, safe existence is another. Sharing a glimpse of amazing Japanese art is one more way to celebrate this country of beauty and inspiration.

Japanese asa boro. Photo courtesy of  Sri Threads.

Vessel by Mihara Ken 

Kan, winter kimono by Itchiku Kubota

8 comments:

Velma said...

i, too, have had this tragedy much on my heart

iNdi@na said...

it's beyond belief.

Morningstar said...

your words and images are balm. Thank you.

ELK said...

so true . such beauty among such loss

Andrea said...

It's so true. The craftsman traditions in Japan are fantastic - the main reason I have always wanted to go there.

Thanks for this post.

gaby@stilelemente said...

Yes, the devastation is beyond comprehension. Mother Earth is not happy and the forces of nature are beyond our control. Thank you for sharing those beautiful art works, the top one is my favorite.

cristina said...

found your blog through a classmate
of jude hill's boro class.
i love the blue boro photo!
it sends so much meaning.
thank you for sharing.

Julia said...

A beautifully written and illustrated post, Lotta! Thank you!

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