{"title":"Kazuaki Tanahashi","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the graceful fusion of philosophy and artistry in Kazuaki Tanahashi's work, where the ancient traditions of brush painting come alive. His books offer a unique insight into the meditative practice behind every stroke, inviting readers to appreciate the profound simplicity of the \u003cem\u003eHeart of the Brush\u003c\/em\u003e and other texts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted in the rich tapestry of arts and culture, Tanahashi’s writings illuminate the spiritual and creative potential of calligraphy and painting. These books are perfect for those drawn to contemplative art forms and the timeless dialogue between image and meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"heart-of-the-brush-by-kazuaki-tanahashi-9781611801347","title":"Heart of the Brush","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA guide to the history and enjoyment of Chinese and Japanese calligraphy that offers the possibility of appreciating it in a hands-on way—with step-by-step instructions for brushing 150 classic characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts history, techniques, aesthetics, and philosophy come with an in-depth practical guide to understanding and drawing 150 characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the history and art of calligraphy as it has been practiced for centuries in China, Japan, and elsewhere in Asia. It serves as a guide for the beginner hoping to develop an appreciation for Asian calligraphy, for the person who wants to give calligraphy-creation a try, and for the expert or aficionado who simply wishes to browse and delight in lovely examples. The book covers the history and development of the art, then invites the reader to give it a try.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart of the book, entitled \"Master Samples and Study,\" presents 150 characters—from action to zen—each in a two-page spread. On each verso page, the character is presented in three different styles, each one chosen for its beauty and identified by the artist when possible. The character's meaning, pronunciation (in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese), etymology, the pictograph from which it evolved, and other notes of interest are included. At the bottom of the page, the stroke order is shown: the sequence of brush movements, numbered in their traditional order. On each facing recto page is Kaz's own interpretation of the character, filling the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47596571197676,"sku":"9781611801347","price":100.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781611801347-heart-of-the-brush.jpg?v=1777930416"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kazuaki-tanahashi.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}