A long-awaited art collection by Shoko Otani who draws attention as an impressive Bokusoga artist
"Bokusoga" is a type of Japanese sumi-e art which uses ink-wash painting with water-color. By conveying with sensitive pencils, Otani's Bokusoga represents the world of soul and idea in Zen. His representative works, including the famous series of "The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter," are introduced respectively by themes such as "peace in mind," "parent-child affection," and "eyes for nature."
In-depth interviews were conducted for this book to introduce the Japanese characteristic conception of nature or religious ideas which Otani presents in his work. To express his strong aspiration in work to people home and abroad, the book contains captions in both Japanese and English side by side with his art works.
Having received great support from the editing team of the bilingual art magazine, ONBEAT, this book succeeded in attracting attention as a stylish portfolio. It is one significant collection of a modest artist who has been exploring the nature of Bokusoga.