This is a book of sumi drawings by a Japanese artist, Hidekichi Shigemoto.
Sumi is Japanese ink and usually used to draw Japanese style paintings with such elements as mountains, trees, or fish.
But Hidekichi’s drawing is different; he draws the subjects that had not found in existing sumi-e (sumi drawings), including musicians, black people, and athletes.
Also his strong and dramatic drawing touch is highly appreciated.
Not only Japan, he has exhibited his work in New York and Beijing.
This is a collaboration video made by Hidekichi and Japanese charity music project BEYOND THE BORDER PROJECT.
The video beautifully shows the splash of sumi and the faintness of drawing lines.
To see Hidekichi’s work, visit Hidekichi Shigemoto’s official site !
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oh my :O his lines are so precise, bold and strong!!! I love artists who go out of the traditional way of doing things 🙂 they make an impact on me 🙂 You posted this video on the right day; on the right time 🙂 I just woke up and will have to draw non-stop today, you gave me a boost 100x greater than a coffee! XD thanku!!!
Thank you for your comment. I’m glad you like the video. Not only the powerful sumi art, but also the pop tune wakes you up, huh?
Nice video there. It was fun seeing that traditional style of art used for new subjects. I’m also surprised at how clear the video is. It looked good running full screen.
Thank you for your comment. I have never seen it on full screen but it will be perfect to play during a party or something!