Zen no Shodō – The Way of The Zen Brush

The Way of the Zen Brush at Hay Castle with Stephen Hopkins & Carolyn Blake.
Drawing on the Zen tradition of calligraphy, Zen Brushwork works primarily with ki or energy. Using a large brush, the intention is to let go of thinking and allow the whole body to connect with the physical act of making a mark: to become one with the brush.

The focus of the practice is to relax body/mind and allow ki to flow freely, through energy raising exercises and sitting meditation.

Over the course of the day you will work with the Zen line, the Zen circle, and complete the day by brushing ‘No East, No West – No Difference’, on Japanese paper.

Ink, brushes and paper will be supplied. No experience necessary.