Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper

by Meher McArthur, Hollis Goodall, Hollis Goodall-Cristante

Book Overview

This exquisite new publication celebrates how Japanese contemporary artists push traditional washi paper beyond its historic uses to create innovative, highly textured two-dimensional works, expressive sculptures, and dramatic installations. Historically, washi paper has been used as a base for Japanese calligraphy, painting, and printmaking as well as a material in architecture, religious ritual and clothing. In recent years, contemporary Japanese...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1785513281
• ISBN13: 9781785513282
• Release Date: June 2021
• Publisher: Scala Arts Publishers Inc.
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.9" x 8.7"