NAOMI OKAMOTO

A guide to Japanese ink painting provides information on techniques and materials needed, along with step-by-step exercises. This study of Japanese ink painting is as much about philosophy and poetry as it is about putting brush to paper. Artisan Okamoto clearly describes the unique materials and techniques involved, and she beautifully illustrates each lesson. The highly readable writing style is personal, poetic, and inspiring....Well recommended.Library Journal. Excellent ...for middle school through adult levels.School AA.