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art and movement, 4/52

Sendai self-portrait, 3/52 photo project
self-portrait

Years ago when I was studying Sumi-e ink painting in Japan, I learned that I'm not painting only with my hand but with my whole body. Energy is transferred from my mind and my body onto the paper

I like this photo for two reasons:
It translates my physical and mental movement and my attempt to disengage from the outside world when I'm doing my art.


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carol l mckenna said…
Perfect photo for 52 ~ love it ~ thanks, namaste, ^_^
5/16/2012
michelle gd said…
a great self portrait!
love the movement and what it implies...
5/16/2012
Cheryl said…
I think this is a great example of engaging the mind with the body to create art. Cool! Perfect photo for this prompt.
5/16/2012
Deborah said…
fabulous!
5/16/2012
Tracy said…
This is wonderful, Juana... I like how it contains everything! :o) ((HUGS)) P.S. Also wanted to thank you for your very caring & kind comment...bless you...
5/17/2012
Bella Cirovic said…
This is so true. What an amazing capture. Thank you for linking up this week.
5/19/2012
Ms. Becky said…
I'm in love with this photo, and with what you learned too. happy day to you.
5/19/2012
urban muser said…
great self-portrait!
5/20/2012
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