Learn the elements of the timeless beauty that is Japanese design in this concise reference volume.Japanese design is known throughout the world for its beauty; its simplicity; and its blending of traditional and contemporary effects. This succinct guide describes the influence and importance of 65 key elements that make up Japanese design; detailing their originsmdash;and their impact on fields ranging from architecture and interior design to consumer products and high fashion.Learn; for example; how the wabi sabi style thats so popular today developed from the lifestyle choices made by monks a thousand years ago. And how unexpected influencesmdash;like tatami (straw mats) or seijaku (silence)mdash;have contributed to contemporary Japanese design.Elements of Japanese Design offers new insights into the historical and cultural developments at the root of this now international aesthetic movement. From wa (harmony) to kaizen (continuous improvement); from mushin (the empty mind) to mujo (incompleteness); youll discover how these elements have combined and evolved into a powerful design paradigm that has changed the way the world looks; thinks and acts.Chapters include:Washi; Paper with CharacterIkebana; Growing Flowers in a VaseBukkyo; The Impact of BuddhismShibui; Eliminating the UnessentialKawaii; The Incredibly "Cute" SyndromeKatana; Swords with Spirit
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Book is well doneBy deeceeThe book gives several examples of different animals in different poses all done with first drawing the animal by simplifying their shapes. It demonstrates different examples of hair/skin textures. There are nine animals that are taken from line drawing to completion. Granted. these seem to be mostly animals that you would see in a zoo. unless you live near the habitat of these animals. but the applications can be done on the animal of the artist choosing. Nice paper used in the book. I purchased this book as a gift and also got one for myself.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Nice reference bookBy Bill-DevineNot really for the beginner. this book has some very nice examples of animals and would make a good refernece book for anyone who is doing animal studies.For a beginner book it would need more of the beginning line art showing how to basically construct each animal.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. All went well. Great product.By Cathi C. BickleyI love this book. I have C. F. S. and Fibromyalgia as a side effect. I sit and draw all day. This book will help you if you are looking for a subject. It is well designed. Cathi
