Youna Matsushita Japanese Calligraphy - Love "愛"
"愛" - Love encapsulates profound affection and emotional attachment, transcending mere sentiment to encompass deep, enduring connections. This character symbolizes the essence of love, evoking notions of tenderness, devotion, and profound intimacy.
What occasions merit its use?
The character "愛" holds significant prominence within traditional Japanese calligraphy and cultural expression. It serves as a timeless emblem, enriching artistic compositions and conveying sentiments of love, adoration, and heartfelt connection. Much like "心" (heart), "愛" is intricately woven into the fabric of Japanese art, reflecting the cherished values of compassion, empathy, and understanding.
Our Artisan - Youna Matsushita
Youna Matsushita is a talented and unique freedom Japanese calligrapher who has found her own creative voice through her passion for the art form.
Raised in the rural countryside of Yamaguchi Prefecture and spending her childhood on a small island in the Seto Inland Sea, Youna developed a love for nature and the great outdoors. Her introduction to calligraphy came from a friend and was not a formal class, allowing her to express herself freely and openly with the brush.
Her calligraphy is characterized by bold, dynamic brush strokes, a departure from traditional rules and conventions, delicate lines, and a captivating beauty that radiates from each character she writes.
Her background, including her grandfather's painting and her career in architecture, has given her a unique perspective and artistic vision that shines through in her work.
Today, Youna continues to write every day and expresses her love of nature and the sounds around her through her calligraphy.
■ Size: 30 cm x 30 cm
■ Material: Square Wooden Panel with Washi Mounting
■ Only 1 Exclusive Available
■ Hand-written by Youna Matsushita, freedom Japanese calligrapher
■ Does not come with metal fittings such as wall hanging.