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Simple Yet Profound – Artworks by Bryan David Griffith

Sometimes the simple, often overlooked techniques go a long way in to producing authentic works with timeless appeal. Bryan David Griffith explores painting, photography, sculpture and installation work…

New at OEN Shop – Miniature Zen Gardens by FUJIGOKE

In the Shop Posted by Mark Robinson

Just at the base of Mt.Fuji is a special farm run by the craftsmen at FUJIGOKE. Here they grow and prepare high quality moss used at many of…

Exploring Miyajima Island in Japan – 500 Rakan Statues at Daisho-in

Photography Posted by Mark Robinson

While on a visit to the island of Miyajima, a short boat ride from Hiroshima, I set foot in the temple grounds of Daisho-in and photographed the unique 500 Rakan Statues that reside here.

Natural Objects in a Space – A Visit to Ryoanji Temple in Kyoto, Japan

Photography Posted by Mark Robinson

We visit Ryoanji Temple in the north of Kyoto, an inspiring location that’s most famous for its minimalist zen garden, featuring fifteen stones in an abstract composition.

Timeless Appeal – A Visit to Katsura Rikyu Imperial Villa in Kyoto, Japan

Photography Posted by Mark Robinson

Continuing our series of adventures from Japan is a visit to Katsura Rikyu, or Katsura Imperial Villa, in Kyoto, Japan. We were able to photograph the gardens and surround property one morning.

Vessel, Pattern & Empty Space – Paintings by Japanese Artist Miwa Ogasawara

Art Posted by Mark Robinson

Miwa Ogasawara, a Japanese artist who now resides in Hamburg, Germany paints these beautiful canvases with pure simplicity and charm, drawing on the idea of ’emptiness’.

Setting Stones – Karesansui by American Photographer Bob Cornelis

Photography Posted by Mark Robinson

Inspired by an early text on Japanese gardening where “creating a garden” is referred to as “setting stones”, Bob Cornelis has mimicked this with a set of geometric objects.

Shizuka (Cleanse) – Photographs by Masao Yamamoto

Photography Posted by Mark Robinson

Using Lao-tzu as inspiration, Japanese photographer Masao Yamamoto looks to represent noises that humans are not capable of hearing.

Zen Gardens & Outdoor Spaces by Photographer Bruno Suet

Photography Posted by Mark Robinson

Bruno Suet’s photography is an intriguing look at how we as humans find ourselves designing both interior and exterior spaces.

Functional Ceramics by Potter Hyejeong Kim

Ceramics Posted by Mark Robinson

Modern and simple, classical forms with minimal decoration. Much of the aesthetic and functional elements take inspiration from Hyejeong Kim’s Korean and Japanese upbringing.

Calligraphy by Japanese Artist Sen

Film Posted by Mark Robinson

This short film and photography captures the making process of talented Japanese calligrapher Sen (aka Rinka Obitsu), who’s attempting to perfect her calligraphy through a piece titled “Prayer”.

Souls of Zen – Buddhism, Ancestors, and the 2011 Tsunami in Japan

Film Posted by Mark Robinson

I’m not the sort to discuss movies that require payment, I tend to have a preference towards films that are free for all to view. No matter your background or financial situation we can all take something from the experience. But like everything in life, we do have to support these creatives and give them some compensation for all their hard work and time. In fact, I’m not against support …