Suminagashi Japanese Water Marbling

Date: TBD

Materials: Provided

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Sumingashi, (direct translation: "floating ink") is a traditional technique for painting on water, originating in 12th-century Japan, and is considered the earliest form of marbling.

The work is done on a tray filled with water, by gently dripping ink with brushes and other tools. From the stage of intention, through the preparation of the materials, and during the work itself, a meditative and intimate process takes place between the creator and the image that develops according to the vibrations of the water. At the end of the process, the image is fixed on a sheet of paper.

Every gesture affects the image, and each print is a unique creation, a reflection of a fleeting moment of intention and creation.

No previous experience is necessary, suitable and recommended for everyone. (Ages 8 to 120)

Each participant will produce several ink works on quality paper in a 35 x 25 cm format

Supervised by Maayan Elyakim, a multidisciplinary artist, graduate of the Art Department at Bezalel. His works have been displayed in numerous exhibitions, in museums, galleries and in the public space, including the Tel Aviv Museum, and VDL House Los Angeles.